Category Archive For "Exterior"
3 Roof Winterization Tips
When winter hits in Philadelphia, snow and ice inevitably follows. This weather can be detrimental to your home if it is not properly prepared. The most vulnerable area is your roof. Without proper winterization, you could even be dealing with a collapse. However, roof winterization is not an overly difficult task, for the most part. …
Give the People What They Want
Contractors, give the people what they want and convert more traffic on your website! Research shows that a large percentage of homeowners shopping for a big ticket home improvement project are looking for a price. With my servicewhale, you’ll have the ability to deliver a completely custom quote in just minutes without an onsite visit. …
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
The cool autumn weather is here! Of course that means there’s a lot to do to get ready for the cold winter weather that follows. To help you prepare, we’ve put together a Fall Maintenance To Do list to help you get started. Prepare your fireplace for winter by checking for soot or creosote build-up and …
Benefits of Becoming a ServiceWhale Contractor
ServiceWhale is always looking to expand its network of professionals. Providing our homeowners with great contractors and experiences has been and will always be our objective. Why should you, a home improvement contractor, join the ServiceWhale team? Here’s just a few of the perks you get: #1 A FREE Listing on our website! That’s right we …
This Fall: Readying Your Home for Winter
Though it is only the beginning of fall, those who live in more northern regions, such as Pennsylvania, are probably already thinking about preparing their homes for the impending, frigid weather. Readying your home for winter ahead of time puts you at an advantage, as you can prevent the need for extensive home repairs in …
Signs of a Drainage Problem, Part I
For this series of blogs, we will be examining the signs that could indicate your home or place of business may have a drainage problem. This first installment of “Signs of a Drainage Problem” will focus on the exterior and foundation of your home. Drainage problems can lead to water damage, which is why it …
Fall Maintenance: Gutters and HVAC
While people around the country are enjoying the beginning of autumn, Philadelphia residents have been noticing leaves changing colors and falling for over a month now. This time of year is beautiful around Pennsylvania. The mountains are shades of gold and red, and the yards of Philly are filled with fallen leaves for children to …
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 …
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 …