When you decide to rent out a home, the home does not have to be perfect. Ideally, you should provide your tenants with properly working appliances and a functioning home, but there is no reason to think that you need to invest thousands of dollars into major renovations to rent a home successfully. Using  handyman services  should normally be enough to get what you need done to your rental home before you start marketing the property and scheduling open houses. Take Care of Expected Maintenance In most situations, the maintenance required should not be anything substantial, especially if you take the time to screen your applicants thoroughly. If you recently purchased the property, you should know exactly what needs to be done to the property beforehand, which will help you determine whether handyman services are sufficient enough to get the rental property in renting shape. Handle Minor Repairs While the list...

In any one house, on any given day, problems exist.  Home repair  and DIY jobs aren't an unfamiliar activity for homeowners who love to get things done without spending money they don't have. In this post, we'll explore the many problems associated with those oft used (though least thought about) objects in our homes: Doors.  So from fixing scratches and dents, to adjusting mobility and swing, here are 5 DIY repairs for common door problems. 1. Hard to open doors are a headache.  But fixing them is easy. First, check to see if the door is rubbing on the frame. If that's not the problem, adjust the hinges. Try to find the problem by sliding a thin sheet of paper between the door and the jamb, and look for spots that rubbed. It may need shaved down. 2. A rattling frame can rattle the nerves.  As the strike plate sees years...

It's no secret, winter is finally here. By now, many of you have already committed yourself to a long winter's nap, readying yourself for the spring thaw that will begin to peak through in a few short months.  So while you can't do anything to stop the colder air from descending upon you, what you can do is keep yourself warm and cozy inside your home with just a few simple home improvements. Here are 7 home tweaks you can employ brought to your by your local, trusted  general contractor . - Trust in caulk and sealant:  Seal up cracks and holes around your home with some weather-approved sealant. It will keep cold air out, warm air in, and stop any insects or pests from invading your space. - Help insulate with area rugs:  A few extra area rugs will insulate an area and provide some extra comfort for your home....

Have you decided your master bathroom is in need of a new style? Want to bring home the experience of a luxurious spa environment? Here are five stunning ways to create an at-home spa with some creative  bathroom remodeling : Drop-In Bath Tub  - If you enjoy soaks in the hot tub or natural springs, why not bring the spa effect home? Drop-in bath tubs like the  Nagano  and others take up little space, but are a luxurious addition with their appearance and home therapy use. Create walk-up stepping stairs or just add directly into the floor. Installation will need some design consideration depending on the layout of your home. Stand Alone Sink  - Taking the vintage and regal look of older mansions, stand alone sinks are making a comeback in popularity. Their beautiful ceramic bodies come in many shapes and styles, and can have an especially definitive look by customizing...

If you are looking for some extra help around your home this fall, then perhaps  handyman services  are what you are looking for. Many homeowners are busy with kids and work, so the last thing on their mind is getting up on a ladder and cleaning out gutters, or checking roof shingles for tears or curling. Handyman services are designed to make life easier. Here's how: Gutter and Downspouts As mentioned, fall is the best time to inspect and clean gutters and downspouts. Because of the large amount of water your gutters route away from your home throughout the year, gutter systems need cleaned of debris annually, and fall is the best time to perform this. Windows Defender Windows and doors also need winter maintenance. This includes sealing gaps and cracks, installing weather-stripping, and checking around doors for drafts. The amount of savings associated with properly sealed windows and doors is...

It can be easy to put off minor repairs because you don’t have the time or money to fix them. It won’t be long before these minor repairs become bigger ones you’ll likely dread facing. You may be wondering; could  handyman services  be what you need? Here are a number of benefits you can enjoy from hiring a professional, even if you are quite handy yourself. Saves Time This is probably the biggest reason to consider hiring a handyman. Tackling home improvement jobs can take up a great deal of your time, which is probably why you haven’t done them already. Hire a professional to help so that you can spend more time doing the things you’d rather be doing. Work is done Right When you hire us to perform repairs, you can rest assured knowing your job will be done right. This can be especially good news if you are...

Keeping your home in tip-top shape is no small order. There is a host of things that can go wrong in your home at any given time. So being prepared to fix a problem when it happens should be every homeowners priority (or at least until the professionals show up). Here are 10 basic tools for  home repair  that every homeowner should have. 1. A hammer.  Really, everything begins with this tool. You'd be surprised how often you need this tool if you didn't have it. It's simply indispensable. 2. Combination pliers.  Second only to a hammer, pliers come in handy in just about every application (tightening bolts, removing screws, cutting wire). They are versatile and useful. 3. Vise grips.  Need something held in place while you work on the other end, vise grips are your tool. All you have to do is adjust the screw end and vise grips can...

Dollar signs come to mind when something breaks down.  You're not in the mood to spend more money; at the same time, the problem isn't going to get better.  What are you going to do about the situation?  Are you going to repair or replace? To determine if you are going to fix or nix you must know your appliance or product.  Determine how long you owned the appliance or product.  Look at the instructions manual to see if the problem can be fixed.  The instructions manual don't have the solutions to all problems, so call a professional to get an estimate and research prices on the appliance or product.  Be sure to call more than one as they offer varying offers on estimates.  Compare the prices of the professionals to the current price of the appliance or product.  Attach the length of time you owned the product and the warranty...