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9 Signs You Can Trust Your Handyman
One of the most important things you can do as a homeowner is to have contractors and essential services on speed dial. Of course, one of these services is a handyman to help you with issues that may develop in your home. But how do you find one you can trust? Read on to learn the 9 positive signs to look out for when searching for a handyman for your home.  1. Licensed and insured Craigslist and similar sites are filled with amateur handymen looking for work. Many are not licensed experienced workers, but individuals looking to make [...]
9 Tips for a Well-Maintained Home
If you are like most families, your home is your biggest investment. It's also likely the place you spend the most time and a source of pride. Having a well-maintained home is not only good for the value of your home, but for your soul. Keeping up with home maintenance tasks prevents small issues from becoming catastrophic ones, and in the end will lengthen the life of your home. Read our 9 tips for keeping your home well maintained. Â 1. Make sure you get to issues before they get to you As a homeowner, the buck stops with [...]
10 Dos and Don’ts for Cleaning & Maintaining Your Deck
Here in the Pacific Northwest, weather can be harsh on our homes and decks. The rain, wind, and snow makes proper cleaning and frequent maintenance crucial for getting the most out of your home. While many homeowners think decks are self-sustaining, even pressure-treated and composite decks need to be taken care of to maximize their lifecycle and remain safe. And weâre not just talking a quick rinse with a garden hose! Read on to learn our 5 dos and 5 donât for cleaning and maintaining your deck.  Do...  1. Clean your deck fully once a year Just [...]
8 Important Roof and Gutter Maintenance Tasks for Winter
Youâve probably heard us recommend you get your roof inspected and gutters cleaned twice per year â once in the spring and once in the fall. But itâs important to know that maintaining your roofs and gutters is a year round task â one that protects your investment, saves you money, and dodges headaches later down the road. Weâve gathered a list of important roof maintenance and gutter tasks to complete to help you avoid disrepair and damage during the winter.  â Inspect your attic and ventilation Before you head outside, pay a visit to your attic or [...]
A New Homeownerâs Guide to Gutter Maintenance
You recently bought a home â congratulations! Being a new homeowner comes with its own set of excitement and challenges. Itâs a constant balance of wanting to protect your investment â itâs likely one of the biggest investments youâll ever make, after all â and spending money for maintenance and upgrades at the right time. But when you need to consider things like your roof, gutters, landscaping, electrical, plumbing, and everything in between, it can be hard to know where to start. In todayâs blog post, weâll get you started with a getting-start guide to taking care of your [...]
Questions to Ask Your Gutter Cleaners
Itâs official: the rainy season is upon us here in the Pacific Northwest. That means a couple of things: itâs time to break out the rain boots, stock up on Vitamin D, and if you havenât had your gutters cleaned in a little while, itâs time. But when it comes to choosing a great gutter cleaning company, it isnât as simple as a Google search. Consider whatâs important to you about a gutter cleaning company. Do you need them to be available within the same week? Are you concerned about how environmentally friendly they are? What about their pricing? [...]