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Three for Thursday 09.01.2022
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 09.01.2022

Who are the people in your group? I just listened to a Seth Godin podcast,...

Now Is The Time To Prepare Your Chimney For Cooler Weather
Repair & Maintenance

Effie Ross

Now Is The Time To Prepare Your Chimney For Cooler Weather

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

Why Wildlife Removal is Never DIY
Repair & Maintenance Home Services

Effie Ross

Why Wildlife Removal is Never DIY

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.

Expensive and Defective: Know When to Cut Your Losses
Finance & Tips

Effie Ross

Expensive and Defective: Know When to Cut Your Losses

A woman turned to TrustDALE for help when she heard an awful noise coming from the new recliners she bought.

Does Your Driveway Need a Refresh?
Repair & Maintenance Exterior & Landscaping

Effie Ross

Does Your Driveway Need a Refresh?

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.

Three for Thursday 08.25.2022
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 08.25.2022

Be warned, the "information creep" has become a sprint. Take Facebook's recent move to require...

She wanted black windows, but her contractor had another idea
Finance & Tips Home Services

Effie Ross

She wanted black windows, but her contractor had another idea

Many of us know what it’s like to not get what you paid for. This story is a little different. Watch what happened to Helen Thompson after she ordered windows for her family’s home, and you’ll understand why TrustDALE got involved.

How to Choose the Right Siding for Your Home
Home Services

Effie Ross

How to Choose the Right Siding for Your Home

Siding is a very important segment of a home for a multitude of reasons. Siding protects the house and its residents from the outside elements (snow, wind, rain, and so on) and is important in keeping the house safe and secure. Siding also protects f

Three for Thursday 08.18.2022
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 08.18.2022

Remember when companies were honest enough to write on their package "batteries not included?" It...

Vehicle Repossessions: What to Know
Finance & Tips Automotive

Effie Ross

Vehicle Repossessions: What to Know

A repo agent can show up at your home and take your car, all because you missed one car payment. Here at TrustDALE, the facts behind vehicle repossessions will be explained, and Dale will reveal his TrustDALE Tip that can stop a repossession before i

DIY Painting vs Professional Painters
Home Services

Effie Ross

DIY Painting vs Professional Painters

Could a fresh coat of paint brighten up your home? In most cases, yes! And when it comes time to add a coat of paint to your home’s interior or exterior, many will consider painting their homes themselves. However, in many cases, it just makes sense

Three for Thursday 08.11.2022
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 08.11.2022

While the media goes crazy and tries to scare us to death over inflation, I'm...

Three for Thursday 08.04.2022
Finance & Tips Scam Prevention
Adam Cardwell

Adam Cardwell

Three for Thursday 08.04.2022

Maybe It's because I'm a middle child, but I'm a peace maker. However, I've discovered...

Lower Your Moving Stress By Finding an Excellent Moving Company
Finance & Tips Home Services

Effie Ross

Lower Your Moving Stress By Finding an Excellent Moving Company

One way to reduce your stress levels is by hiring a good moving company. A good moving company will handle all the heavy lifting for you. They will also pack up your belongings and transport them to your new home. This can take a lot of the stress ou