"I had the attic of a rental property converted into two bedrooms which needed framing, hanging sheet rock, base board molding installed and handing doors. Tom was able to fit me into his schedule and complete the work with-in 2 weeks.
He came back quickly fixed a few misunderstandings as to what my expectations were and it looks great. I am excited about the finished project. I would contract out with him again."
"They are the best I had some odd jobs from yard work to painting trim to organization and they came out and did all the odd jobs I was neglecting and putting off. They were so fair and kind to me as well. And for a seed bonus I also have bigger projects now like a kitchen back splash and new door I need installed and they told me they can also do certain things not listed on the site so they wear many hats. It’s very hard to find a good contractor / handyman that you can call on the fly it takes months for them to get back to me but not these guys they are very reliable . Now I have my go to handyman service that’s local . Try them out if you have work you won’t be disappointed. I’m a happy customer not enough stars ⭐️ on here to rate their service above and beyond !"
"Tim did a very nice job of fixing parts of the deck where some floor boards were coming lose and adding screws to the flooring for improved stability. Then he completed the job with two coatings. He kept us informed of the progress, worked independently and also cleaned up and replaced deck furniture. Highly recommend!"
"I can only say great things about JA Drywall. We had quite a complicated chimney repair. From the beginning of the process, this company stood out from all the others. Most companies did not return my calls. One did respond but never showed up to start work. The JA Drywall owner came to our initial appointment on time, evaluated the job and gave us a reasonable and fair estimate. The work crew then came on time and worked really hard for two days to repair the chimney. At each stage they kept us informed of progress. They did a wonderful job, kept the site clean and tidied up once job completed. On top of their excellent work, they are a team of friendly and courteous workers, who also took care of a few other things that needed attention. I would recommend this company to all who are looking for quality work by a friendly team at a reasonable price."
"The most astounding repair work I ve seen around this area. Christian is very personable and professional, and the men who work with him are just as great! High recommend!"
"The couple from Valez Home Improvement did a BEAUTIFUL job installing a double window travis curtain high on the wall and into a tight corner. They did an equally nice job painting the stairwell to my basement. They were prompt, courteous, fully equipped (I supplied only the paint and rod), reasonably priced and quite willing to clean up the little debris left behind from the work. You can hire them with the utmost confidence; I know I will be contacting them again. Please note I am 73, five foot tall and have arthritis; the work the Valez team did for me is worth a great deal more to me than they charged!"
"mike took the time to follow a leak to itâ s origin and re-plumb a section of pipe to fix it before starting the drywall replacement. Disaster averted! Tidy and punctual, professional and thorough."
"We had a ThermaRu exterior door installed and our installer was Shawn King. Shawn was amazing. He showed up on time, was incredibly courteous and personable. He explained everything he was doing and he was efficient, neat and he left the area he worked in clean and looking better than it did before he started working. I would HIGHLY recommend using this company as my experience with them was nothing short of amazing. Special thanks to Tom, the person who set up appointment for his professionalism and overall attention to detail with the scheduling. We are happy with the way our new door was installed."
Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts
Yes, a chimney damper is necessary. It controls airflow in and out of your fireplace, helping to retain heat when closed and allowing smoke to escape when open. Without a damper, your home could lose warmth during cold months, leading to higher energy bills. It also helps prevent downdrafts and keeps animals or debris from entering the chimney. In short, it’s essential for efficiency and safety.
Yes, dead palm tree fronds are a fire hazard. The leaves become highly combustible because the dead fronds don’t fall off the tree themselves, especially in hot, sunny climates. In fact, many wildfires start from dead palm fronds. Palm trees can also easily catch fire from lighting, electrical power lines, and fireworks. So, cutting off dead palm fronds before they become a fire hazard is important.
Yes, it is possible. An electrical fire can break out if the compressor has inadequate ventilation. When it overheats but doesn't have a proper thermal cutout, this can cause the motor to short-circuit and catch fire. This risk is exacerbated if flammable materials, like dust and fallen leaves, are clogging the unit. The compressor overheating won't start a fire by itself, but poor maintenance and installation can increase the risk once it hits its breaking point and short-circuits.
Although you can put a smoke detector on a shelf, the NFPA recommends mounting one on the ceiling or a wall (within 12 inches of the ceiling). If you place your smoke alarm on a shelf, ensure it’s away from drafty, damp, or dusty areas and not near cooking appliances, heat sources, or fluorescent lights.
No material is genuinely fireproof, so there’s no genuinely fireproof safe. Any material would break down if exposed to a hot enough temperature for long enough. That said, safes can withstand certain house fires. Manufacturers use the term “fireproof” synonymously with “fire resistant.”
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