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Scott Lynn
New to Angi

Serving Ferrum, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are a father and son team dedicated to bringing affordable basic home repairs and landscape work to those who need help. In these difficult economical times we understand that people are looking for affordable options without sacrificing quality. We offer discounted rates for seniors and veterans in order to show our thanks for everything that they have contributed. Let us be the helping hands you need to take some of the stress out of your life. We offer free estimates with no restrictions or pressure.

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Absolute Paving & Seal Coating
4.3(
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Serving Ferrum, VA and surrounding areas

"They did an excellent job! They were very professional beginning with the person answering the phone to all of the crew, and really quite delightful. I was very pleased with the results and the price was the best out of the 4 people that I called. I would highly recommend them."
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AAA Handyman Service
3.5(
24
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Serving Ferrum, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris came out to the property on or about the 22nd of March.  After that I never heard back from him.  So, I sent an email through his website on  4-11-12 advising I never heard back from him and asked whether or not he was interested in the work.   (see below) 

I received an email back stating "Sent last week. Let me know if you can't find in inbox or spam folder." 

I sent an email to him again and said I had not received anything, and also said I dont get much spam because I have a Cox account. He sent another email saying "Please give me a call when you can. I'll give the information over the phone. I was wondering why you did not respond to my email. Now I know. You never received them." 

I responded with another email asking for him to send me another copy via email. I advised him I have an illness and would need to see it on paper and not by phone because I would not remember things accurately.

After that I cannot tell you what happened. I can only show the succession of emails as follows. I did not see these until the 13th when I went online to check email again to see if the estimate was sent to me per my request. This is what I found.
 
email response 1; "Here"
email response 2; "Sorry about that last email. Please give me a call at 5403148539"
email response 3; "Mr. Buesing. Please call me when you can. 540-314-8539 Thank you,
email response 4; "Give me a call when you can. Christopher 540-314-8539"

Please note, I did try to call him and his voice mailbox was full. I sent him another email and told him it was full so I could not leave any information.

I received another email the next day. "Can you send me you phone number? I'll call you".

This didn't make any sense because my email shows he received my name and information through his website. It recorded it and it says " wrote: ">[email protected]> wrote:  a form has been submitted on April 11, 2012, via: http://aaahandymanservice.com/contact-us/ [my IP addess] 
Your default form> Your Name    Moke Buesing > Email    Phone    540-xxx-xxxx > Message    Chris, I have not heard back from you regarding a quote for the Grayson Ave home. Were you interested in the work? Thank You > powered by cformsII 

(I removed my personal information so the world does not have my phone number)

He was a nice guy but I don't have a clue why business has to happen like this above. Could he not have sent the estimate via old fashion USPS? As of 4-14-12 1430 hrs I have not heard from him. 

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Local Security
3.5(
3
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Serving Ferrum, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Making sure your family is protected. Local Security is one of the largest national home security partners in the United States. We offer DIY home security products and installation which are simple and quick to install. We can have your home security system installed and monitored within 24 hours to make sure you get immediate assistance in helping to protect your home and loved ones. Once your home is equipped with a security system, it is connected to a network of Monitoring Centers nationwide. Local Security helps thousands of people each year find peace of mind through home security protection. We are an all-American company with a national, coast-to-coast footprint so we can reach our customers anytime and anywhere they need home security assistance. You can count on your Security Advisor to take the time to set up your system properly, help you understand how the system works, and help make sure your home and family are thoroughly protected\n

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Snow Removal questions, answered by experts

The average cost for a single snow removal service is around $85, but can range from $40 to $200. For excessive snowfall, the price could be $500 or more, as single services are often based on the amount of snow, with every six inches adding to the total. For ongoing service, an annual snow removal contract typically costs between $200 and $600 for the season. In many cases, an annual contract is more affordable than paying per visit. The final cost is heavily influenced by your location, the amount of snowfall your area receives, property size, seasonal demand, expected response time, and any extra services like clearing a sidewalk.

The best way to save money on snow removal is to sign up for a seasonal contract that guarantees service throughout the entire winter. Most companies charge between $200 and $600 for this service, and they’ll often give you a break on the price if you extend annually. Of course, savings will depend on your area. If you live in a moderate climate where snowfall may or may not occur, you could pay more than you need during a light snow year. Still, it’s usually a safe bet to sign a seasonal contract.

When starting the engine, you typically leave the choke on a snowblower in the "choke" or "closed" position. After starting, let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. Then, gradually open the choke, moving it to the "open" or "run" position, allowing more air into the engine and transitioning to a normal fuel-air mixture. The exact duration varies based on the snowblower model and ambient temperature, but as a general rule, you should open the choke once the engine has stabilized and runs smoothly, typically within a few minutes.

Whether salt melts ice overnight will depend on how low the temperature drops. If temperatures stay around 30 degrees Fahrenheit, you can count on salt melting ice overnight. Otherwise, the lower temperatures get, the less effective the salt is in melting ice, and the more likely you’ll wake up with a slippery driveway the next day. 

Clearing snow from your roof can be a tedious and time-consuming job. Even so, it is extremely important to maintain your roof during the winter months. You can help prevent ice dams and avoid roof collapse.

As a side note, rather than shoveling your roof, you should always use a roof rake to modify the job. Otherwise, call in a professional.

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