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What Happens When a Company Won't Honor its Lifetime Warranty on a Gutter System
Repair & Maintenance Finance & Tips Home Services

Effie Ross

What Happens When a Company Won't Honor its Lifetime Warranty on a Gutter System

Lifetime warranties are great. They give you the peace of mind that should anything go wrong with your product during is expected lifetime, the company will cover it. That’s what Peter thought when he bought gutters with a lifetime warranty.

Are You Hiring a Contractor? Beware of Mechanic's Liens
Finance & Tips Home Services

Effie Ross

Are You Hiring a Contractor? Beware of Mechanic's Liens

If you’re having work done on your home, you’re probably dealing with some kind of contractor. But what many homeowners don’t realize about how contractors work could end up costing them.

Don't Sweat Your Move this Summer Moving Season - Learn How!
Finance & Tips Home Services

Effie Ross

Don't Sweat Your Move this Summer Moving Season - Learn How!

More than 70% of all house moves take place in the months between May and September. We’ve done the heavy lifting (pun intended!) to help you plan your summer move.

How to Design the Perfect Kitchen Remodel
Home Services

Effie Ross

How to Design the Perfect Kitchen Remodel

For many, the kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s where you make and eat food, gather with friends and family, and spend lots of time. That’s why so many homeowners dream of remodeling to give their home the perfect kitchen.

Recovering from Water Damage
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Recovering from Water Damage

One of the most devastating things you can experience as a homeowner is severe water damage or flooding.

Beware of Storm-Chasing Contractors
Scam Prevention Home Services

Effie Ross

Beware of Storm-Chasing Contractors

If your home has been damaged by severe weather, you may be worried about further damage to your home, the safety of your family, and the looming expense of the repairs. So storm-chasers show up and offer to solve all your problems.

Look out for These Signs You Need a New Roof
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Look out for These Signs You Need a New Roof

As a homeowner, a problem with a major area like the roof can be a nightmare. However, you can save yourself some pain and money if you keep an eye out for signs of trouble.

New Windows Can Keep Your House Cooler
Home Services

Effie Ross

New Windows Can Keep Your House Cooler

There is an upgrade that will keep your home cool in the summer, keep utility bills low, and add value to your home. All in one! That’s right - new windows can keep your house cooler, with several additional bonuses.

Is It Time to Call a Plumber? How to Tell When an Easy Fix Isn't Enough
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Is It Time to Call a Plumber? How to Tell When an Easy Fix Isn't Enough

Some plumbing problems look like an easy fix, but it’s important to know when to call in the professionals.

Why Electrical Work is Rarely DIY
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Why Electrical Work is Rarely DIY

Tutorials and TV shows can make projects seem much easier than they actually are. This is especially true when it comes to completing electrical repairs. In fact, electrical repairs should almost always be left to the professionals.

Is 2021 the Year of the Smart Home?
Home Services

Effie Ross

Is 2021 the Year of the Smart Home?

The term “smart home” is one of the buzzwords of 2021. We hear about it in commercials, on the news, and in popular culture. But what exactly does it mean?

Beat the Summer Heat With New Awnings
Home Services

Effie Ross

Beat the Summer Heat With New Awnings

According to the Department of Energy, window awnings can reduce solar heat gain by up to 65 percent on south-facing windows and 77 percent on west-facing windows. Installing awnings on your home can help you beat the heat this summer heat!

Top Tips to Update Your Bathroom
Home Services

Effie Ross

Top Tips to Update Your Bathroom

If you’re planning to add or remodel a bathroom, you may be overwhelmed by the choices. Bathroom renovation magazines and websites are full of stunning designs that each look as lovely as the last. So which one is right for you?

Get Ahead of Spring Cleaning with Custom Closets
Home Services

Effie Ross

Get Ahead of Spring Cleaning with Custom Closets

Now is a time to refresh your home and your look. What better place to start than your closet? But if you want to make the biggest difference, it is time to consider a custom closet for your home.