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Can You Fix Your HVAC System Yourself? A Homeowner’s Realistic Guide
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Can You Fix Your HVAC System Yourself? A Homeowner’s Realistic Guide

Learn seasonal HVAC tips for your home, know when DIY maintenance is okay, and why hiring Zone Heating & Air through TrustDALE is one of the safest, smartest moves for repairs and annual tune‑ups.

Comfort First: The Renovation Rule Contractors Skip
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Comfort First: The Renovation Rule Contractors Skip

Don’t let your renovation turn into a comfort disaster. R.S. Andrews explains why HVAC should be a priority in every home upgrade—and how to get it right from the start.

Electrical DIY: What’s Legal, What’s Dangerous, and What’s Just Dumb
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Electrical DIY: What’s Legal, What’s Dangerous, and What’s Just Dumb

Electricity isn’t forgiving. Learn what electrical tasks are safe to DIY, when you absolutely need a licensed electrician, rough cost comparisons, and expert guidance to keep your home—and family—safe.

Are Surge Protectors Worth the Investment?
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Are Surge Protectors Worth the Investment?

Discover how whole‑home surge protectors safeguard your electronics from damaging power spikes—why they're worth the cost, what they protect (and what they don’t), plus expert tips from R.S. Andrews electricians.

Raising the Roof: When to Roll Up Your Sleeves and When to Wait
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Raising the Roof: When to Roll Up Your Sleeves and When to Wait

Thinking about fixing your roof yourself? Here’s the truth about safety, costs, and when to put down the ladder and call in a pro.

Can You Handle a Roof Leak Yourself? Pros and Cons of DIY Roof Repairs
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Can You Handle a Roof Leak Yourself? Pros and Cons of DIY Roof Repairs

Weigh the real risks of fixing a roof leak yourself. Learn when DIY is doable (and safe), and when it's smarter to call a roofer.

Clogs or Catastrophes? When to Call a Plumber
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Clogs or Catastrophes? When to Call a Plumber

Knowing when a plumbing problem is more than a simple clog can save your home and your money. Learn to spot the red-flags that mean it’s time to hire a pro.

DIY Plumbing: When It’s Safe to Tackle It Yourself
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Jessica Long

Jessica Long

DIY Plumbing: When It’s Safe to Tackle It Yourself

Learn which plumbing repairs are safe to DIY and which demand a pro. Save money on simple fixes, but know when expert help is the smarter, safer choice.

Price Check Panic? What To Do When You’re Rung Up Wrong
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Price Check Panic? What To Do When You’re Rung Up Wrong

Confused by price discrepancies at big box stores like Walmart? Learn what your rights are as a consumer, how to tell when pricing errors are illegal, and how to take action if you feel misled.

Fake Calls from Fake Officials: The Scam You Didn't Know You Were 'Involved' In
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Fake Calls from Fake Officials: The Scam You Didn't Know You Were 'Involved' In

A widespread phone scam involves fake voicemails from supposed government officials. Here's how it works and how to protect yourself.

When Your Contractor Hands You the Hard Hat: A Cautionary Tale
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When Your Contractor Hands You the Hard Hat: A Cautionary Tale

A homeowner thought they hired a contractor, only to be asked to become the contractor themselves. Here's why it happens, why it’s a red flag, and what to do instead.

A Vanishing Delivery, a Shrug from Apple, and a Fight You Can Win
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

A Vanishing Delivery, a Shrug from Apple, and a Fight You Can Win

A Georgia consumer’s MacBook delivery disappeared into thin air. Here’s what to do when a pricey package goes missing, and how to push back if a company shrugs it off.

Tractors, Fences, and Fraud: Watch Out for This Bogus Equipment Website
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Tractors, Fences, and Fraud: Watch Out for This Bogus Equipment Website

A local shopper questions a suspicious charge after buying from a website supposedly selling farm equipment. Here's what we uncovered about the site, and what to do if you think you've been duped.

From Free to Fee: A Closer Look At Bait-and-Bill Schemes
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

From Free to Fee: A Closer Look At Bait-and-Bill Schemes

Got a box you didn’t order, then billed for it?? We’ll explain what these bait-and-bill schemes look like and what consumers and business owners alike can do about them.