Homeowner Tips
Thursday, August 26th, 2010
As the monsoon winds and storms blow through this time of year, our yards and homes in Phoenix, Arizona, tend to see disarray and even damage. Make sure that you check your roof for signs of broken or missing tiles, and that the flashings and vents are all still in place and in good condition.
It’s a best practice to visually inspect your roof a few times each year so that you know what it should look like. Caution: do NOT go out onto a tile roof; make this inspection from the ground level. After a storm, if you see anything that looks out of the ordinary, call a roofing contractor - qualified licensed contractors - to make a further inspection and any needed repairs.
Tags: Arizona, licensed contractors, Phoenix, roofing contractor
Posted in Homeowner Tips, September | No Comments »
Monday, August 2nd, 2010
Pool contractors get loads of questions from homeowners in the Phoenix area about water levels during the summer. With our hot, dry climate, sometimes you might begin to wonder if all that water loss is really just evaporation.
Fortunately there’s an easy way to tell: Take a large plastic bucket (about 5 gallons) and sink it onto the first or second step of the pool. Make sure that the water level in the bucket exactly matches the water level of the pool, and make a mark on the side of the bucket with waterproof ink at the water level.
Check back throughout the week. As long as the water in the bucket mirrors the water level of the pool, you are seeing normal evaporation. If the water in the pool drops SIGNIFICANTLY faster than the water in the bucket, you might want to consult a pool care professional or pool builder to have them check for leaks.
Tags: Arizona, Phoenix, pool, pool builder, pool care, pool contractor
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
We all know that a clean orderly household is essential for good health and good spirits during the long hot summers here in Arizona. But sometimes during the triple digit heat, the last thing that you want to do is work up a sweat doing housework. A reputable Phoenix house cleaning service - a maid service - can keep your home fresh, whether you contract for a single cleaning or an on-going service.
Tags: Arizona, house cleaning service, maid service, Phoenix
Posted in Homeowner Tips, July | No Comments »
Saturday, May 29th, 2010
Here in Arizona, your house will soon be closed up for the long summer months. Before that happens, make sure to get your windows clean inside and out. It will help your home to seem brighter and less stifled. Remove the screens and clean them, too, to help keep your view outdoors as clear as possible.
If the chore seems too big, there are plenty of licensed Arizona contractors that would be happy to help you get the window cleaning done.
Tags: Arizona, licensed contractors, window, window cleaning
Posted in Homeowner Tips, June | No Comments »
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010
In the Phoenix area, the spring is a perfect time of year to install a pool or spa. In-ground swimming pools get used nearly year round in this region. Family and friends get together for impromptu events at the house that has the best pool! Make sure to choose a reputable pool builder that is licensed, in good standing with their Arizona professional organization, and has references you can contact.
Tags: Arizona, Phoenix, pool, pool builder
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Friday, April 2nd, 2010
As the weather changes back to longer, warmer days it is time to adjust the automatic sprinkler system. In the Arizona summers it is best to water during the late evening or early morning, and your yard will need longer, more frequent settings. If you do not have a timed watering system, find out how affordable the installation can be with a licensed contractor or landscaping service. In the long run you will save money on plant replacement and water bills if your system is set up to automatically care for your yard’s needs.
Tags: Arizona, drip system, Landscaping services, licensed contractors, sprinkler, sprinkler timer
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Thursday, February 25th, 2010
It is extreme, but there are times when home improvement requires that something be knocked down, dug out, filled in, or just plain blown up. When you need something removed, a qualified demolition expert can handle the problem area with creating bigger problems in the process. For removal or fill in of swimming pools, removal of sidewalks, driveways and other concrete, tear down of houses or other structures, or removal of landscaping, contact a licensed, experienced Arizona demolition company.
Tags: Arizona, concrete removal, demolition, licensed contractors
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Thursday, January 28th, 2010
Even though our Arizona weather has been mostly moderate this winter, chances are good that your home has spent more days closed up than open recently. This can tend to create a humid, musty, stale smell, which will be even stronger if your home has children or pets. Opening the windows goes a long way towards fresh air, but the closed up smell returns as soon as the windows are shuddered again. It is time to have the carpets professionally cleaned. The stale air that was trapped in your home has worked its way down into the carpet, and a good thorough cleaning should brighten up both the look of your carpets and the quality of your indoor air.
Tags: Arizona, carpet cleaning, fresh air, window
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
New Years are always full of resolutions. And if one of your resolutions is to improve your home, property, or security, then Arizona Contractors 2 U has the right recommendation for your needs. The referral service is free to you, and you will find the highest quality of licensed contractors as members.
Tags: Arizona, licensed contractors
Posted in Homeowner Tips, January | No Comments »
Friday, November 27th, 2009
Holiday decorations look best against the backdrop of a clean, well-maintained environment. This year before your decorating starts, consider employing professional Arizona contractors to clean, repair or upgrade your home or business. Qualified and licensed contractors can help you paint your home inside and out, clean and upgrade the landscaping in your yard, power wash the pool or water features on your property, and safely install new power outlets for your lights and holiday figures. There are even companies that will put the decorations up for you! Utilizing the services of Arizona contractors helps bring a happy new year to you and to the struggling local economy.
Tags: Arizona, licensed contractors
Posted in December, Homeowner Tips | No Comments »
