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Posts in category: Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

termites in wood

Termite Damage vs Wood Rot – What are the differences?

March 7, 2023
by housereal Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

How to Identify Wood Rot vs Termite Damage Damage to the wood members of your home is inevitable. Beyond simple wear and tear, there are some forces that actively affect the wood in your home, and eventually causes damage that should either be repai ...

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Why Do I Need a Permit To Finish My Basement?

February 28, 2023
by housereal Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

Why Do I Need a Permit To Finish My Basement? 4 Reasons Obtaining permits can be a long and boring process. You’ve sometimes got to fill out lots of paperwork and go through checks to get approved to make changes to your home. This may lead to you a ...

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How to Repair a Ceiling with Water Damage – Easiest Way!

October 25, 2022
by housereal Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

How to Repair Drywall Ceiling Water Damage Repairing a water damaged ceiling can be expensive if you need to hire a contractor to fix this for you. That's why we've provided you with a simple step-by-step walk through of how to repair drywall ceilin ...

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Door Latch Won’t Retract? 8 Solutions to Fix Your Problem!

September 28, 2022
by housereal Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

How to Fix your Door Latch that Won't Retract There’s nothing more annoying than a stuck door latch that won’t retract properly. This can be a real issue during the winter months if you’re trying to keep the warmth in your home. Read on to find out ...

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Drop Zone area in a house

What is a Drop Zone in a House?

September 20, 2022
by housereal Homeowner AdviceMaintenance, Repairs & DIY

What is a Drop Zone in a house? And how do I Keep it Tidy? A drop zone in a house is a place in where you can quickly and easily drop off items that need to be stored or put away. This can be a mudroom, entryway, or even a corner in your kitchen. Ha ...

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Why is My Apartment so Hot? Tips to Make it Cooler!

September 20, 2022
by housereal Homeowner AdviceMaintenance, Repairs & DIY

10 Reasons why your Apartment is so Hot In the summertime, the weather is one of the most common reasons apartments get hot. If your apartment feels too hot, it may be because of the weather. The hot Summer months are commonly the hottest time durin ...

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asbestos tiles on ceiling

Accidentally Removed asbestos Tiles? Here’s the Solution

September 17, 2022
by housereal Maintenance, Repairs & DIY

What to do if you've Accidentally Removed Asbestos Tiles Asbestos is a mineral that naturally occurs as bundles of fibers. These fibers are strong and heat resistant, making them useful in various applications. However, exposure to asbestos fibers c ...

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Why are Contractors so Unreliable?

June 23, 2022
by housereal Homeowner AdviceMaintenance, Repairs & DIY

6 Red Flags You Need to Know to Avoid Hiring an Unreliable Contractor One of the hardest parts about hiring a contractor is separating the good from the bad. It often comes down to those subtle signs that are easy to miss, unless you know what to lo ...

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