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DIY vs. Professional Bathroom Remodeling
Philadelphia is full of historic and new homes alike. Wherever you fall on the spectrum, you may realize you really do not like the look of your bathroom anymore. The flooring is from the ‘80s and there are water stains seeping through the walls. So, you give yourself the ultimatum: remodel the bathroom or barricade …
Problems with Home Exterior Painting in the Winter
If your home’s exterior paint isn’t in tip-top shape, it can bother you every time you see it, especially if you’re trying to sell your home and the curb appeal isn’t too appealing. Unfortunately, winter is quickly creeping up on us here in the northern region of the United States, so painting your home might …
Why Winter is the Perfect Time to Paint Your Home’s Interior
As winter sets in, residents of Philadelphia are likely going to be spending much less time outdoors. Sure, there’s the trek to and from the car, and maybe from store to store around Rittenhouse Square on Saturday. But for the most part, now is the time we like to stay indoors, sitting by a fire …
Signs Your Roof Needs Repairs
Though roofs are built to last for around 20 years, they can still be susceptible to damage. By addressing issues that you notice with your roof, you could be saving your home from further damage and footing the bill for massive repairs. To protect your home from devastation, here are the common signs your roof …
4 Common Winter Roofing Issues
Philadelphia is no stranger to harsh, winter weather, and the cold can have a negative effect on your home, from top to bottom. As hard as you may try to protect your roof, blustery winds and inches of snow can take a toll on this part of your house. In preparation for the upcoming season, …
Preventative Fall Roof Maintenance Tips
Fall can be a beautiful but short-lived season, especially in colder areas like Philadelphia. Before the cold weather moves in for good, you should care for your home in preparation of the winter elements. Follow these preventative fall roof maintenance tips to keep the top of your house safe and secure all winter long. Your …
New Homeownership & Home Repairs are on the Rise in 2016
Finally some good news when it comes to home sales and home improvement! I just read an article from the National Association of Home Builders which predicted that we will see a gradual rise in new homeownership for the coming year. The article, Housing Recovery to Pick Up Steam in 2016…, also forecasts an increase …
Featured Homeowner: Melanie Norris Shares Her Experience Using ServiceWhale
Just the other day, we had a delightful conversation with Melanie Norris, our featured homeowner. Melanie told us about her recent experience using ServiceWhale for her home improvement projects. ServiceWhale: Hi Melanie, thank you so much for agreeing talk with us today about your experience using ServiceWhale. Melanie Norris: You’re very welcome. SW: Can you …
Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor About Ice Dam Repairs
We all know how brutal Philadelphia winters are. When it isn’t sleeting, it’s snowing. When it’s not snowing, it’s hailing. Luckily, staying indoors allows us to avoid most, if not all, of this weather. Your roof is not so lucky. It takes the brunt of all that nature throws at it. Usually, it does so …
Protecting Your Water Heater from Philadelphia Winter Weather
There is nothing more soothing than taking a warm shower after braving against the blustery winter winds. On the flip slide, there is nothing more irritating than a busted water heater in the dead of the season. To avoid such a fiasco from happening, proper maintenance is of the utmost importance. If you live in …
