By: VERONIKA BONDARENKO, Inman.com If seeing your home full of moving boxes has made you tear up, you’re not alone. Thirty-six percent of all American homesellers have cried at some point while selling their home, a nerve-wracking experience that can rival a divorce or dramatic break-up in terms of stress, according to a new Zillow study that also found that a whopping 20 percent of all sellers who admitted to shedding tears did so five or more times during the agonizing … [Read more...]
Be Your Own Handyman for These Common Household Fixes
Maintenance and repairs are just part of life when you’re a homeowner. Thankfully, many of the most common tasks are ones you can tackle yourself. Here are some everyday issues you can grab your toolbox to complete, instead of hiring a handyman. Refresh your filters Every few months, there is a basic but important task all homeowners should accomplish, and that’s replacing the filter in your HVAC system. Experts at Ross and Witmer point out changing air filters benefits your household … [Read more...]
How to Hire a Contractor
When a home repair is needed, most of the time when this happens the first question most ask is "Who do I call?" or "Where do I start?". YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Q Realty® has been compiling a list of reputable vendors for all types of repairs, feel free to contact us for a referral or some names to get you started. Although we are happy to get you started it is up to YOU to research the contractor to make sure they are the perfect fit for you and your home repairs. … [Read more...]
Top 10 Home Repair Tips
Top 10 Home Repair Tips that every home owner should know: Understand the location of your furnace filter. Caulking outdoor breaks down after about a year. Caulk to seal your house each year. Caulk indoor areas, especially around your wet areas, such as the tub and vanity. Know how to fix leaky faucets. Simple kits are available at your local hardware store. Understand how to prevent clogging in drains. Pour a cup of white vinegar down your drains to keep them clean. Know the location of your electrical … [Read more...]