alaska home repairs: Check These Late Summer Tips to Ready Your Home for Fall - 09/29/16 05:24 AM
Check These Late Summer Tips to Ready Your Home for Fall

Fall is fast approaching, and with it, the need for home mainte
nance. According to experts, the most important tasks for late summer are:
Painting the Exterior
Lower humidity and cooler temperatures make late summer and early fall ideal times to paint the exterior of the home.
Cleaning Gutters and Downspouts
Clear all drainage areas of leaves and debris, and consider installing gutter guards.
Inspecting the Roof
Hire a licensed professional to examine the roof for wear and tear. (If the shingles are buckling, cracking or curling, it is time to replace them.) Be sure the professional assesses … (1 comments)

alaska home repairs: Need Roof Work? 5 Tips to Avoid Scams - 08/16/16 07:46 AM
Need Roof Work? 5 Tips to Avoid Scams
 
Replacing or repairing a roof is a costly undertaking - one that for many homeowners has been marred by disreputable roofing contractors. To avoid roofing scams, follow these tips, courtesy of the Insurance Institute for Home and Business Safety (IBHS):
1. Research roofing contractors diligently before hiring one. Consult the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and search for reviews and ratings online. Avoid contractors who have generated complaints, lawsuits, etc.
2. Confirm all credentials before hiring a contractor. A reputable roofing professional will be licensed, insured and bonded, and will be able to provide locally-based references. … (0 comments)

alaska home repairs: Spring Home Improvement Projects for Under $1,000 - 04/13/16 07:36 AM
5 Spring Home Improvement Projects for Under $1,000   ALASKA BEST HOMES REAL ESTATE·TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 20166 Reads Spring is not only the best time of year to give your home a good cleaning, it’s also the best time of year to take on several home improvement projects. Spring projects like these can improve your home’s looks and performance, and rarely cost more than $1,000, so you can easily take care of these issues before they have a chance to lead to bigger problems down the road. Siding Repair Winter weather can really do a number on your siding. Hail stones … (1 comments)

alaska home repairs: 4 Ways to Cut Kitchen Clutter - 02/09/16 08:32 AM
4 Ways to Cut Kitchen Clutter
 
The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it's also home to a lot of clutter. Resolve to bring order to your kitchen once and for all with these tips, courtesy of the experts at Moen.
You don't need a large pantry or countless cupboards and drawers to find the perfect spot for all your stuff. If you have blank space on the walls, consider adding a few open shelves. They provide plenty of storage while keeping everyday dishes and staples, like the coffee canister or cookie jar, within easy reach.
The biggest pain point for … (2 comments)

alaska home repairs: DIY Toolkit: Essential Tools For Minor House Repairs - 12/10/15 07:28 AM
     You just bought your new home. Now you need to be armed with certain quick tools for those small repairs... Here is a list of tools for your kit.   DIY Toolkit: Essential Tools For Minor House RepairsIt takes time to build a complete DIY toolkit. Start with the essentials, and build on your collection as you take on new projects. Eventually, you will become proficient at a wide range of DIY home projects - and your toolkit will reflect this (as will your wallet, considering the money you will save on hiring someone to do it for you!).  A Basic DIY Tool … (3 comments)