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Fix a Cracked or Uneven Driveway With Concrete Leveling
Repair & Maintenance Exterior & Landscaping

Effie Ross

Fix a Cracked or Uneven Driveway With Concrete Leveling

Many things, such as exposure to the elements, poor water drainage, and repeated frost heave can lead to concrete deterioration through the years. However, you can fix a cracked or uneven driveway with concrete leveling.

How to Tell When It's Time for New Gutters
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

How to Tell When It's Time for New Gutters

One of the most dreaded -and often ignored- home chores is tending to your gutters. But ignoring your gutter maintenance is a big mistake that can lead to costly repairs down the road.

Don't Let Critters and Pests Invade Your Home
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Don't Let Critters and Pests Invade Your Home

As the temperature rises, many homeowners find themselves leaving doors and windows open more frequently. Unfortunately, this can seem like a “hotel vacancy” sign to insects and rodents.

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.

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.

Tree Trimming and Dead Tree Removal Can Save Your Home
Repair & Maintenance Exterior & Landscaping

Effie Ross

Tree Trimming and Dead Tree Removal Can Save Your Home

Trees add beauty and privacy to your home, plus they provide shade. However, while trees offer many benefits, when they are dead, they can cause a host of 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.

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.

When Television And Electronics Repair is DIY—And When It Isn't
Repair & Maintenance

Effie Ross

When Television And Electronics Repair is DIY—And When It Isn't

Electronic repairs can be frustrating and expensive. It makes sense that your first impulse might be to address the problem yourself. But is that the best choice?

No One Expects a Disaster, But Here's How to Be Prepared
Repair & Maintenance Safety & Security

Effie Ross

No One Expects a Disaster, But Here's How to Be Prepared

One way to make good decisions in the face of disaster is to have a plan for who to call. Prepare a list of family members or friends you don't want to forget to contact. Include a TrustDALE certified disaster restoration expert on the list.

Spring is Termite Season: Here's What You Need to Know
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Spring is Termite Season: Here's What You Need to Know

Most homeowners cringe at the thought of a termite infestation, and for good reason. Termites cause over $5 billion a year in property damage in the US, and you usually don't know they are there until it's too late.

Schedule a Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Schedule a Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC

The weather is heating up, and soon you'll be cranking up the AC if you haven't already. But before you kick off air conditioning season, take some time for a little spring cleaning for your HVAC system.

Do You Know the Signs of Foundation Damage?
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Do You Know the Signs of Foundation Damage?

When your home is in danger, there’s no time to waste in getting it right. One significant threat that many homes eventually face is foundation damage.