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in Hiring Tips
How to Estimate Home Repair or Maintenance Costs
Budgeting for home services can be difficult if you don’t have the proper tools at your disposal. Different contractors and maintenance workers charge varying costs for multiple services, and it can get confusing. At ServiceWhale, we strive to provide homeowners with the connections they need in order to make an accurate estimate on their home …
in Plumbing
How Much Does It Cost to Replace or Repair an AC?
If it is high-time for you to replace the AC unit for your home, you are probably wondering (and a little scared to know) how much it is going to cost you. Don’t fret; you can get a reasonable repair or replacement in Philadelphia. With ServiceWhale, you can trust that you will receive the best …
How Much Does a Painter Charge?
Like most services for your home, the cost of painting your home can vary, depending on certain factors that need to be defined. ServiceWhale will be able to provide you with free quotes, based on the charge of certain factors, from painters across the Philadelphia area. The best part is, you can get these …
in Plumbing
How Much Does It Cost to Repair or Replace a Water Heater?
In today’s society, having hot water has almost become a necessity, so when your water heater is on the fritz, it can put a damper on the entire household. While the thought of replacing a water heater can make your wallet hurt, rejoice in fact that there is now a way to compare multiple installation …
in Flooring
How Much Does Replacing Flooring Cost?
Whether you are planning to put your house on the market, or you are just ready to replace your old flooring, ServiceWhale can help you get an accurate estimate from real contractors in your area, without the extra time and cost of at-home visits just to get an initial quote. Replacing flooring can fluctuate in …
in Roofing
How Much Does Repairing or Replacing a Roof Cost?
After your roof has been exposed sun, rain and all of the other weather Philadelphia brings, it’s important to make sure no damage has occurred. The cost of replacing a roof can be overwhelming if you don’t hire a contractor who gives you a fair price. You can use ServiceWhale to find a roof contractor …
4 Repairs or Upgrades Buyers Want to See in a Home
If you’re thinking about putting your house on the market, one of your biggest concerns is probably getting a good return on your investment (ROI). One way to increase the chance of ROI is to make certain repairs and upgrades to your home, which could attract more potential buyers to view your property. ServiceWhale can …
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10 Things Contractors Do That Customers Hate
Here at ServiceWhale, we do our best to associate only with contractors who are honest, fair and good at their jobs. However, as any homeowner would know, there are contractors out there who aren’t so concerned with being the best. We have compiled a list of ten things contractors do that customers just hate, so …
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Shopping For Home Improvement Will Never Be The Same
Home Improvement is Primed for a Major Disruption It’s 2015 (nearly 2016, eek!) and every day we are reminded more and more that “the future” is here. Everything from walking to the way we communicate with each other has been affected by technology. Companies like Uber and AirBnB have made it so you can travel …
3 Ways to Save Money When Preparing to Sell Your Home
Putting your house on the market can be an expensive task, but it doesn’t have to be. From floors to walls, yards and more, here are three ways to save money when preparing to sell your home, along with the use of ServiceWhale. 1. Hire Fairly Priced Contractors Two of the biggest factors you might …
