Cold, Colder, Coldest: How to Prevent Frozen Pipes It might not be New York or Michcigan, but Virginia can be one cold state in the winter time. But it can also be abnormally warm?! It’s that very nature of unpredictability in the extremes that make Virginia a state not to be reckoned with in regards […]
The Holidays are Over… NOW it’s Time to Prepare for the Winter Season!!!! Read More »
December 6, 2019 Handy Home Helpers RVA and Expert Electric Christmas is just around the corner and, with all of the joy that comes with decorating and preparing for the holiday season, it can be easy to forget about some of the safety standards that would not be overlooked at any other time of year.
Some HELPFUL and HANDY Electrical Safety Tips for This Holiday Season Read More »
Handy Home Helpers RVA Nov. 24, 2019 The Family Handyman offers 10 hints and tips that will make your holiday decorating faster, easier, as well as safe and fun! Another Helpful Handy Post from RVA’s Handy Home Helpers by Kathy Van Mullekom
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Corey – October 29, 2019 If your toilet is always running, then it can disrupt your conversations. It can also make it harder to hear the TV. On top of all that, it will run up the water bill. All of these situations are incredibly frustrating. So if something is wrong with your toilet, it’s time to
My Toilet is Making a lot of Noise…Why? Read More »
by Corinne Rivera You found a buyer for your house…but the dreaded home inspection revealed that the roof isn’t up to par. Now, the buyer requests that you get it fixed before closing. No biggie, you tell yourself. You call up your handy neighbor to see if he knows anything about roofs. Good news—he does! He’s over
How to Hire Home Repair Contractors Who Won’t Royally Botch the Job Read More »
1. Have a list of contractors Locate the names and numbers of several local general contractors, store them on your cellphone and keep a list in a safe place in case your cellphone is out of service. 2. On call When locating local general contractors, check their websites for 24-hour emergency service phone numbers. It’s a
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By Len the Plumber: It’s happened to everyone: You turn on the water in your sink, shower, or tub and instead of flowing down the drain, it begins to back up. After seeing countless commercials for liquid drain cleaners, your first thought is to reach for that bottle of thick blue liquid with scary-sounding chemicals
DIY Drain Cleaning & Why It’s a Bad Idea Read More »
By Ethan Roberts AUCTION.COM Over the years, I’ve been extremely fortunate to have two excellent handymen to make repairs for me on dozens of rentals and flipped homes. Their work was always competent. They were reliable, had respect for my property, and used common sense. I couldn’t always pay them a lot, but I made it
HANDYMEN FROM HELL! 10 TIPS TO FIND GOOD HELP ON YOUR NEXT PROJECT Read More »
BY NATALIE WISE ON 4 APR 2019 Small kitchens can be a challenge. Use these tips to set up a kitchen that lets your inner chef shine. Many homes come with kitchens that are less than ideal. The lighting can be terrible, the appliances old, the floors grimy … and counter space? Well, that’s a nice idea. Get the most out
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This Stress-Free Checklist Is the Key to Taking Care of Your Home Here’s an easy way to get on top of your home maintenance checklist in the new year: Take it one small chunk at a time! Little steps add up to big results. And if you dedicate some time to home maintenance — two
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