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

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

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

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

The laundry room isn’t always an area of the home we think about updating–it’s simply there to serve a purpose. Does it really matter if we enjoy being in it? Of course it does! Whether your laundry room is an unfinished space or in need of some better storage, a good handyman can help. According to The Simplicity Habit, the average American spends between $161-$209 per month on clothes, so that makes for a lot of laundry! The same website also states that getting rid of clu

We mentioned last week that September is the best time to purchase new appliances . If you’re in the market for new appliances or just...