Category Archives: Roofing

Boosting Your Home’s Resale Value

Posted on January 30, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of straightforward things you can do to increase your home’s appeal to potential buyers: A green lawn is an enormous plus.  A weedy, crabgrass-filled lawn can be a quick turnoff.  It will take a few weeks, … Continue reading →

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Things to Consider When Repairing or Replacing Gutters

Posted on January 11, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

We sometimes take those old gutters for granted. They perform an important job by providing a clear route for rain to run off of your home; that is of course if the gutter is in good condition and is not … Continue reading →

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Choosing Which Roofing Material to Use for Your Home

Posted on November 9, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

Shingles are currently the most popular choice of roofing material in the U.S. And composite shingles are a good bet for durability and for protecting your home. Composite Shingles Composite shingle are made of asphalt. With their adhesive backing, they … Continue reading →

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Asbestos Safety

Posted on October 14, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

Worried about asbestos that may be in your home? Asbestos fiber exposure has a lot of associated health risks, so it is always important that a homeowner who thinks a material may contain asbestos proceed with as much caution as … Continue reading →

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Sell Your Home Checklist, Part 1: Exterior Preparation

Posted on July 21, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

Looking to sell your home? The professionals at Handyman Matters have combined their expertise and created this list of helpful things to do in order to prepare your home to sell. Exterior Preparation The condition of your home’s exterior is … Continue reading →

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A Note From Handyman Matters CEO, Andy Bell

Posted on June 7, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

This is Andy Bell, CEO and Founder of Handyman Matters. We need your assistance in asking the tough questions and helping eliminate the organizations and individuals that are tarnishing this great industry. Don’t use repair and remodel companies or individuals … Continue reading →

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Save Time, Money, And Frustration

Posted on June 6, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

In weeding through the lawn of the less-desirable, we put together this checklist to help you save time, money, and eliminate frustration for any home improvement or home repair project. Use this checklist as a guide when interviewing potential contractors, … Continue reading →

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