"Juan and his team were excellent! They did a great job repairing the drywall, and once painted, it was seamless with the existing drywall. Also, there was good communication throughout the process, and the space was kept clean and tidy. I highly recommend and plan to call GS Custom Remodels for my next project."
"These guys got the work done in a single long day, which was impressive. It was well done and the owner was very responsive. Really appreciated having a pro for playground equipment install that was a Class A contractor with all the insurance and licenses I was looking for."
"Ronnie was great to work with! He arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently to install the deadbolt we needed, used a drop cloth to catch any potential mess, and did it all with a friendly, professional attitude, and for a great price. What more could you ask for? We look forward to hiring him again in the future."
"Talha was our repair pro, he was great. After looking at the job he explained what needed to be done and how he was going to do it. We have been looking for a carpenter for repair and home projects. We found our guy. Thank you."
"Hired them to repair our vinyl fence, install a security lock and reinforce an outdoor gate. They arrived on time and were courteous, attentive to our needs and reasonably priced."
"I had a massive pile of junk (deck wood, concrete, bricks, tree parts). Blankson Home Improvement came out and it was gone in two trips. Fair pricing. Easy to work with. Would hire for more home projects."
"On time, courteous, worked fast and great price. Had them hang sports memorabilia around my basement bar area. Would hire them again for handyman work."
"Godspeed handyman arrived within the specified timeframe. He was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. He did a perfect job and would hire him again. Maggie"
"Michael Butterbaugh with Home Remedies has done many services at my residence... Drywall and painting, located and repaired a small roof leak, provided window glass pane replacement, gas stove and microwave installation, door and cabinet hardware repairs / replacement, minor electrical work (fixture replacements), and minor plumbing work. His company is licensed and bonded, and he is very talented and multi-skilled. Everything he has done for me has been done accurately and to perfection. Mike is very up front about what he can and cannot do, which is another way he demonstrates honesty and professionalism. He has provided me with reasonable pricing on all past work. If a job extends past what he estimated, he will continue to work, finishes what started, and with excellent communication skills, can be flexible and will negotiate the final price. He has also proven to be very reliable, arriving on time when scheduled, works cleanly, providing end of day cleaning as well as final clean-up of the job. I will continue to use Home Remedies Handyman Service for all my needs. I also have recommended Mike to friends and neighbors and will continue to do that as well!"
Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts
They provide early warning, minimize property damage, and ensure safety during fire emergencies.
While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.
The damper, located just above the firebox, can open or close the chimney flue. The damper should remain closed unless there’s a fire burning in the fireplace. Closing the damper prevents energy loss through the chimney and cold air from seeping into the home during the winter. Opening the damper helps maintain airflow when there is a fire and prevents smoke and gases from venting into the house.
Yes, fire extinguishers eventually expire. However, the good news is that a properly stored fire extinguisher can last a decade or longer. They don’t have an expiration date on the canister, but you can check the manufacturing date on the “UL” nameplate near the classification information. Maintenance will also give your fire extinguisher longevity. Check the gauge at the top of the extinguisher every month. You'll want to make sure the gauge needle is in the green section, and if a hose or nozzle has been used or damaged, you need to replace it.
Costs depend on system type, building size, labor, and regulatory compliance requirements.
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