I’m an optimist. That’s the positive spin I’m putting on why I thought I could fit a “small” exterior landscape wall demolition into a single Bagster. If you’re not familiar with the Bagster, it’s a 8’x4’x2.5′ “bag” you load up with junk and debris. You can buy the bags at your local home improvement store for around $30, load them up, and then schedule to have the full bagster hauled away at your convenience. I found it to be a great, flexible service, but if you’re considering using it, there are a few things you should know before you turn your back on the more traditional roll off dumpster rental. Read More
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Are Home Warranties Worth It? Homeowners Are Saying No
If you’re buying a brand new home – meaning a home that has just been built and has no previous owners – it’s fairly typical to automatically receive a warranty for a set number of years on the structure, its fixtures and appliances – and generally at no extra charge. Builders want to give their buyers peace of mind by guaranteeing the quality of their work and this warranty covers it. Since there’s no additional charge for this kind of warranty, there’s little for home owners to grapple with; yes, they’ll gladly accept the warranty. However, what if you buy a resale home (a home that has had previous owners) and have been given the opportunity to pay into a home warranty? Is it worth it? Do home warranties make sense? Is it yet another scare tactic? Angie’s List., the web source that lets home owners rank, review and find service providers, has kept tabs on consumer feedback on home warranties and the message they got was rather discouraging. Read More