Preparing Your Roof for the Rainy Season
As summer comes to an end and temperatures start dropping, it’s important to make the necessary steps to prepare your roof for the rainy season. Waiting too long to prepare your roof for Philadelphia’s rain and snow can result in extra stress and costs. Luckily, Service Whale is here to help you find the perfect …
The Best Paints for Dirt and Mildew Resistance
The object of painting a house is to keep it looking its best. Unfortunately, over time, Mother Nature will have her way with the colors you have chosen for your home. Her primary tools in her war against your home: dirt and mildew. Both of these things can get onto paint and make it look …
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.
Featured Homeowner: Rabbi Levi Recaps His ServiceWhale Experience
Our featured homeowner of the week is Rabbi Levi Haskelevich. Rabbi Levi was kind enough to give us some insight on how ServiceWhale was able to find him a great deal on a fairly complex roofing issue. Q: What was the particular issue with your roof? A: I have a fairly large front porch …
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 …
Featured Contractor: Andrey from Mid-Atlantic Roofing & Siding Talks ServiceWhale
This week, Andrey Yakimenko, owner and operator of Mid Atlantic Roofing & Siding in Feasterville, PA, gives us some insight on his experience using ServiceWhale as a contractor. Q: What has your experience been as a roofing contractor throughout your career? A: I’ve been working in all facets of home improvement for over 22 …
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. …
The Benefits of Repainting Your Home’s Exterior
A home’s exterior paint does a whole lot more than simply look pretty. It essentially acts as a barrier that protects your home from the elements and prevents materials from rotting faster than they would have done if left unpainted. For this reason, homeowners are encouraged to repaint their homes at least once every 7 …
Benefits of Repainting Your Home’s Interior
Never underestimate the transformative power of a new coat of paint. Just a day or two’s worth of work can revitalize a room and take off years worth of buildup and staining at the same time. This capability is so widely-recognized that when people ask how to improve their home before a sale, the most …
Ideas and Tips for Saving Money When You Paint Your Home
Painting your home is often an affordable way to change the look of something or renew its lifespan. Even still, some projects can become expensive over time without the proper considerations or planning. Otherwise what was supposed to be a simple weekend task can balloon into a costly project. To help you keep costs and …