Category Archive For "Interior"
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How to Find a Contractor You Trust: Part I
When something in or around your home breaks or is in need of an upgrade, you may be looking to hire a contractor. Searching for someone to work on your home can be a taxing, as you don’t want to hire just anyone, you want to hire a contractor that you can trust. Uncertainty can …
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Secrets Contractors Don’t Want You to Know: Part II
In the first installment of this series of blogs, we discussed how contractors don’t want their clients to know that: there are several contractors in town offering the same services, they will delegate your work and they will jack-up the cost of your project, based on what they see during your in-home estimate. With ServiceWhale, …
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Secrets Contractors Don’t Want You to Know: Part I
At ServiceWhale, we pride ourselves on only associating with contractors who are fair and produce quality work. Without using our service, you could fall victim to one of these tricks a contractor might try to play on you. To avoid working with a trickster, read about these contractor secrets they don’t want you to know …
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 …
Don’t DIY: Why Refinishing Hardwood Yourself is a Bad Idea
While the Internet would love to convince you that refinishing your own hardwood floor is an easy “do it yourself” (DIY) project, it’s not. Refinishing hardwood takes certain tools, expertise and patience, so by hiring a ServiceWhale contractor, you could save yourself from such a daunting task. Here are a couple of reasons why it …
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Prevent Water Damage During the Rainy Season
Water damage is the absolute worst. It can ruin wood, cause mold and mildew and even affect the foundation of your home. Certain parts of the year can bring about large amounts of rain in Philadelphia, which can make any homeowner worry about flooding or water damage. Here at ServiceWhale, we suggest that you follow …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
