The holidays are fast approaching, and while you're planning the Thanksgiving dinner and who's staying in which room, maybe you're also thinking your home may need a few repairs. But when is the best time to complete everything before your guests come? Here is our timeline for those holiday home repairs, so you can rest easy and your home can look its best when you host: Now (ideally late September-early October): As the weather turns, now is the time to check your home for a

October is Fire Safety Month, and now is a great time to talk about making sure your home is upgraded to protect you as best as it can against fire. If you're planning on tackling any home improvement or renovation projects this fall, you may want to consider adding some upgrades for fire safety. Being proactive about fire safety: Renovations change your home's risk: Moving a wall changes which detector covers that room. Adding a kitchen island, converting a garage, or openin

Fall is in the air, and now is the perfect time to start thinking about those home remodeling and repair projects you want to tackle before the holiday season. Get your home ready for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and all those other parties you plan to host this fall and winter. Read on for our list of essential fall home upgrades. Interior painting: Time to spruce up your dining room before you host that big holiday dinner? Want to repaint the guest room before your relatives co

Whether you want tips for your garden and lawncare or cutting down on water usage inside, we've got tips for saving on your water bill all year round. Inside: Fix leaky faucets and pipes: This one's obvious, but fixing your leaky water fixtures will have you saving money in no time, plus it'll prevent problems later on. Check your washers and seals to make sure they're not worn out, and if they are, get them replaced. (At Your Service specifically focuses on maintenance and p

At Hunter Handyman Services, you’ll often hear us say that no job is too small. You might be thinking, “Really? No job is too small?” We know. A lot of companies may not be able to take on the small jobs, but that’s how we got our start. Everyone needs a handyman they can trust and call on whenever they need something done, whether that’s changing an outlet or redoing a bathroom. So when we say that no job is too small, we mean it. If you’re still skeptical, here are some o

Looking to update your home and want to make some swaps to help the environment, too? Luckily, there are plenty of options out there, but be careful when choosing materials, as some companies will say that they’re eco-friendly when they’re not (called “greenwashing”). Choose brands with certifications from the Environmental Protection Agency, the Energy Star program, USDA Organic, or Green Seal certified. Some projects you’ll be able to do on your own, such as changing to mo

New home? Expect these repairs in the first year May is National Moving Month, so in honor of that, we’re dedicating our blog posts to this topic all month long. This week, we’re focusing on common repairs that pop up in the first year of homeownership, so you can be prepared for whatever may come. Cosmetic repairs are usually the focus of new homeowners, and that makes sense. You want your home to become the space of your dreams! But there’s a joke that says homes can sens

Nobody wants to pull open the dryer to find half-dried clothes, or to open the freezer door for some ice cream on a hot summer day and find that it’s melted. Repair and replacement costs are expensive, but there are a few steps you can take to help your appliances last longer. Here are our top tips to make your appliances last longer: -Clean your refrigerator coils: Yeah…you know, that dusty, mysterious place behind your fridge where dropped food rolls and disappears. Some r

In honor of National Home Warranty Day on February 10, we decided to dig into the topic of home warranties. Maybe it's only something you've come across in your junk mail telling you that your nonexistent home warranty is about to expire. Today, we'll run through the pros and cons of home warranties so you can make an informed choice. What is a home warranty? As defined by Investopedia , " A home warranty is a residential service contract that helps pay for repairs or replace

Since Mother Nature has decided it's officially winter with all the snow we've gotten, we’re bringing you some last-minute holiday home projects to tackle before the season gets in full swing. Get your home ready for your holiday hosting, whether you have guests staying or are planning some parties. -Install a new thermostat: Need an upgrade on your thermostat? We can help you install it and make sure it’s programmed correctly. The same goes for any security systems, doorbell

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