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Simple Repair
Q: How can I avoid an expensive service call for a simple repair? A: I recommend calling around to talk to a specialist. Often as not, a professional (or even their knowledgeable staff who answer the phones)…
Avoiding Home Repair Rip-offs
Mention home repair rip-offs, and everyone has a story. Most people have had many unhappy experiences and are more than willing to share their tales of woe. The problem has been around a long time and looks like it will remain. While most…
The Benefits of Weatherstripping
Many older homes, and even some newer ones, have numerous little cracks, holes and spaces through which, in the winter, warm air escapes and cold air enters. In the summer this works in reverse--unwanted hot air enters and welcomed cool air escapes. All these little…
Do-It-Yourself Compared to Hiring a Pro
Q: Can you tell me how to do a home improvement project myself? A: ServiceMagic is a professional home improvement referral service and my primary function is advising property owners about the…
More Articles About Handyman Services
Avoiding Home Repair Rip-offs
Some Assembly Required
The Benefits of Weatherstripping
Find a Handyman for Small Repairs
What Happened to the Handyman?
Homeowner’s Pre-Winter Checklist
Simple Repair
Do-It-Yourself Compared to Hiring a Pro
Checklist: Fall Maintenance
Checklist: Biyearly Maintenance
