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ServiceWhale: Your New Alternative to Angie’s List
Tired of paying to see reviews? Looking for an alternative to Angie’s List? You’re not alone. As the new kid on the online home improvement block, we are often asked “How are you different from Angie’s List” or “So, you’re just like Angie’s List, right?”. ServiceWhale and Angie’s List both help homeowners and contractors connect …
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Common Problems with Toilets
Your toilet may just be the most important fixture in your home. There’s no need to go into the details about why that is—it should be obvious. That also means that when it backs up, leaks or something goes wrong with it, it can be horrifying in many ways. One thing that can help you …
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New and Improved Options for Bathroom Plumbing
The bathroom is generally considered something of an afterthought when it comes to a lot of homes. Thanks to its utilitarian nature, a bathroom is just not that interesting to many people. However, with the advent of modern times, there are a lot of new and interesting plumbing options for bathrooms that turns it into …
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What to Expect During the Roofing Process
Many homeowners, when faced with a roof installation, are curious and sometimes concerned about what the entire process entails. Because a roofing job often entails a large amount of tasks, it’s easy to see why unexperienced homeowners might be intimidated. While undergoing a roof installation job can certainly be involved, there is no need for …
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How to Save Money on Your Bathroom Remodel
This morning, when you were in the bathroom, did you look around and think, “Ugh, this looks like it was built in the 70s?” If so, you’re not alone. There’s a reason why bathroom remodels are so popular. You spend a lot of time in there—and you want it to be modern and comfortable as …
How HVAC Professionals Can Improve Your Heating and Cooling Systems
You can’t afford to have issues with your heating and cooling system, but sometimes things go wrong—and there’s not much you can do about it. In situations like these, it is often best to get a trained HVAC contractor on the job. The problem, however, is finding one qualified enough to handle your issues while …
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4 Benefits of Professional Drain Cleaning
Does your bathroom or kitchen sink, or your bathtub or laundry tub drain, always seem to back up? Are you dumping bleach or drain opening chemicals down it once a month to keep it clear? We’ve all gone through it; it’s frustrating and confusing. How could it possibly bet that bad, that fast? The truth …
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The Pros and Cons of Hardwood Flooring
If you’re a homebuyer, walking into a home with fresh hardwood flooring is one of those selling points you can’t ignore, and for actual homeowners looking to resell their home, hardwood flooring provides a surefire way to raise eyebrows and up your asking price. Hardwood flooring can be a little tricky to do well, however, …
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Why You Should Establish a Roof Maintenance Plan Early
Every homeowner knows that the key to keeping a home looking its best over the years is by engaging in regular maintenance. Regular maintenance helps to catch small problems before they become large problems, and saves a good deal of money in the long term—and this goes doubly when it comes to the roof of …
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Six Things to Consider Before Hiring a Plumber
You’ve been looking to renovate your bathroom or kitchen? Maybe you’ve got a leak you need repaired, either in one of those rooms or maybe in your basement around the water tank? Either way, it could be that you just don’t have the skills to tackle it yourself. That’s nothing to be ashamed of. However, …
