TrustDALE Blog

Hi! I’m consumer investigator Dale Cardwell with TrustDALE.com, and I'd like to take a couple of minutes to talk about a subject we here at Trousdale hear a lot about, sadly in the form of complaints. It’s all about septic tanks.

Do you have a clogged drain? If so, you're not alone. A clogged drain is one of the most common plumbing problems that people experience.

Here in this TrustDALE article, we’ll let you know the signs of when it’s time to replace your water heater— before it bursts and you flood your home (and, perhaps, damage any valued possessions)!

Some folks love to wax poetic about “the good old days.” And for many homeowners, this means remembering a simpler time of supposedly easy-to-fix home appliances.

The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are starting to drop. That means it's time to start thinking about preparing your chimney for cooler weather. Does outside temperature affect the chimney draft? How do I prepare my fireplace for coole

Do-it-yourself projects are a great way to save money, but when it comes to wildlife removal, it's always best to leave the job to the professionals. Wildlife can cause serious damage to your home and can also pose a health risk.

Your driveway is one of the first things people see when they pull up to your house, so it's important that it looks its best. Unfortunately, driveways can suffer a lot of damage over time from weather, cars, and other factors.

Disasters can happen anywhere and at any time. A natural disaster, such as a hurricane or tornado, can cause extensive damage to your home or business. A fire, flood, or burst pipe can also wreak havoc on your property.

If you have a wet basement, you know the importance of fixing the problem as soon as possible. A wet basement can cause a variety of problems, including structural damage, health risks, and foundation leaks.

When the gutter industry invented a way to eliminate the nasty and often dangerous job of gutter cleaning, many Americans didn’t hesitate to invest in a gutter protection system. But unexpectedly,

Own a home? Then you do NOT want to miss these telltale signs that you need foundation repair. Foundation damage can lead to a lot of other expensive problems down the road, so it's important to get it fixed as soon as possible.

The weather is starting to warm up and that means one thing… allergy season is coming! Pollen levels are already on the rise, so it's important to take steps to protect yourself and your family.

Cracked or uneven driveways can be a real eyesore and they can also cause potential safety hazards. If you're looking for a way to fix this problem, you don't have to live with it anymore!

Siding is one of the most important aspects of your home that you may not think about often. It's important to keep it clean and in good repair, however, or you could be facing some costly problems down the road.