Is your home trying to tell you something? Even if you think things are working well right now, there are a few home warning signs that could indicate your home is in need of some repair. Read on for a few of our suggestions on what to look for below: -Ceiling stains: Does your home have water stains that extend across the ceiling or down the walls? That could be an indication of a leaky roof. If you do have a leaky roof, that’s something you’ll want to get fixed immediately,

According to the National Institute on Aging, aging in place is simply staying in your own home as you get older. Most of us want the same things and comforts as time goes by, such as staying in the same home rather than moving to a nursing home or assisted living facility. Sometimes that isn’t a problem, but sometimes a health challenge or other adjustment forces a change. As of 2020, there were 74.6 million Americans over the age of 60 ( acl.gov ) and 2.8 million in the sta

While we've already had over 13 inches of snow this winter season, it’s always a good time to make sure your house is protected against those winter storms. Aside from having your snow shovels, ice melt, and snowblower prepped and ready to go (which we're sure you already do!), there are a few things you can do around the house to minimize winter damage.  Here are some great ways to prepare your home for winter storms: -Caulk or add weatherstripping around windows and doors:

Struggling with the perfect gift for a hard-to-buy-for loved one this holiday season? Check out our handy (yes, pun intended) gift guide for fresh ideas! -Hunter Handyman Services gift card: Yes, we offer gift cards! Call us at (815) 780-7884 to purchase a physical gift card in the amount of your choosing, or grab a digital gift card on our website ( find it here) . Give your loved ones the gift of a handyman this season! -At Your Service membership: In case you haven’t heard

In January 2025, we introduced At Your Service, a handyman service program. At Your Service is unique in that, when you sign up, a Hunter Handyman Services handyman will come to your home approximately every six weeks to check on small maintenance and prevention tasks so they don't become big issues later. Why is this important? You have pest control come to your home regularly to prevent pest problems. You may have a company come to service your air conditioner once a year t

It’s that time of year to be thinking about getting your yard prepped and ready for winter. We’ve got a list of end-of-season yard chores to put on your to-do list before that first snow falls. Read on for more information: -Detach your garden hose: Leaving your garden hose attached can cause it to hold water. When the weather freezes, the water in the hose can cause it to expand, which in turn causes your outside faucet, valves, and pipes to freeze and break.  -Clean your ga

We are due to get some much-needed rain this week, and maybe that will reveal some not-so-great repairs that need to be made in your home. Water leaks and damage can be caused by a few different things (high levels of moisture and humidity, HVAC issues, leaky pipes, roof problems, and more), but we want to give you a list of what to look for so you can protect your home before a problem begins. Here are our top tips to check your home for water damage: -Check for signs of moi

There’s no doubt about it–the Illinois Valley has had some windy weather lately! You probably already know that high winds can damage your home, but do you know where to look and what to look for? Check out our top spots to scope out any wind damage your home may have incurred. Outside, here’s how to check your home for wind damage: -Check your roof: This is the most obvious step in checking for wind damage. Are there any discolored or missing shingles? Is your roofline warpe

The leaves are just beginning to change and the weather is taking a cooler turn. The days are getting a little bit shorter, and you’re...