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4 Reasons to Hire a Concrete Floor Contractor
Both for durability and appearance, installing concrete flooring is one of the best decisions that you can make as a homeowner. Installing a concrete floor will protect against common everyday spills and wear and tear, massively increasing the lifespan of your floor and the overall beauty of your home. However, like any home improvement project, …
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Why You Should Hire a Contractor for Heating System Installation
Even as the economy improves, it seems that everything is getting more expensive while our wallets aren’t getting any fatter. People are learning to tighten the purse strings, especially in areas with a high cost of living like New York. In these climates, do-it-yourself is becoming quite popular. There are, however, projects that should be …
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Steps to Prepare for a Remodel with ServiceWhale
Long gone are the days of extensive and costly remodel preparations, thanks to ServiceWhale. With our easy-to-use virtual system, you would be able to collect all the estimates and information that you would need going into your home’s remodel. By following the steps below, you could prepare for a remodel an efficient and cost effective …
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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 …
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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 …
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5 Ways to Save Money on Your Remodeling Project with ServiceWhale
Remodeling can involve a basic HVAC system installation or a complete overhaul of your house. It can even, if done properly, increase the value of your home. It can also, however, be very expensive. Here are five ways you can save money on your home remodeling project with ServiceWhale.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Hiring a ServiceWhale Contractor
When you are preparing to hire a contractor to do work on your home, you want to make sure you choose the right person for the job. No doubt your friends and neighbors have told you countless horror stories about their experiences with having a “professional” fix their air conditioning or repair a roof, only …
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The Benefits of Hiring a ServiceWhale HVAC Contractor vs. DIY
Your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system is a vital part of your home’s functionality. It is important to stay on top of maintenance and keep everything in good working order, not only to keep your bills low, but to avoid fire hazards and dangers such as carbon monoxide gas and poor air quality. …
