It’s October, a month where the leaves are falling, and I’m still wearing shorts. I could never wear shorts to work when I was in commercial construction. Actually, there was a lot I couldn’t do when I worked for larger commercial companies. I’ve been reflecting lately on the pros and cons of being an independent general contractor and handyman, mostly because a client recently mentioned how I’m the “neighborhood guy.” I hadn’t thought of myself that way before, but it’s true

Tankless Water Heater and Storage Water Heater In my last blog post,  “7 Signs You Might Need a New Water Heater ,” I wanted you to know...

One Saturday morning, as my wife and I were finishing breakfast, our son called. It’s a little unusual for him to call during the...

Creator: nikkytok | Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto One important area of the home that homeowners don’t think about until something...