TrustDALE Blog

Electrical panel safety is a growing concern as homes add EV chargers, hot tubs, and smart devices. Learn warning signs, risks, and find out when it's time to call an electrician.

Cloudy pool water can persist after chlorine. Learn how to test chemistry, inspect filtration, restore clarity, and know when swimming is unsafe.

As we celebrate America's 250th birthday this year, one part of the American Dream is getting harder to hold onto.

Today's connected homes offer incredible convenience. But they also create new opportunities for confusing contracts, unnecessary upgrades, hidden fees, and tech that's oversold or poorly installed.

Tiny bugs around your windows? Learn how to identify them, remove pests, control moisture, seal entry points, and know when to call pest control.

From unfinished projects and disappearing deposits to sloppy workmanship and broken promises, contractor scams can drain homeowners’ bank accounts and leave renovation dreams in ruins.

In the peak summer months, an efficient air conditioner becomes a quality-of-life issue. When it's not cooling properly, how do you know when to call in a pro?

It's one of the oldest scams to follow severe weather: storm-chasing roofers, who swoop in after a storm promising fast repairs, "free" roofs, and deals that sound too good to pass up.

Consumer investigator Dale Cardwell shines a light on one of the most dangerous home service scams: unqualified electrical work.

Jessica Long

Better filters can improve indoor air, but the wrong upgrade may strain your HVAC. Learn how to choose filters, check airflow, control humidity, and know when to call a pro.

Jessica Long

Small home repairs can turn expensive when ignored. Learn which handyman fixes to handle now, when to hire help, and how JMR Home Services can make the process easier.

Jessica Long

Summer heat can strain refrigerators, ice makers, washers, and dryers. Learn what to check, what to clean, and when to call an appliance repair pro.

Jessica Long

Getting ready for whole-home repiping? Learn what happens before walls open, what affects cost, and how to make smart plumbing decisions before work begins.