Have You Looked at Your Bathroom Recently?

People in the Dallas area are headed indoors for the winter season. When they do, they start to notice flaws in the infrastructure of their homes. This can be especially true in the bathrooms of the house. Is it time for a remodel in one of those most important rooms such as a tub or shower surround? They are generally easy to maintain once they are up and running.

Here are some of the installation steps –

1.  Remove the spout, faucet handles, and other accessories.

2.  Get rid of that old tile as there may be mold.

3.  Clean the walls and apply a primer.

4.  Mark holes where the showerhead or faucet handles will protrude through the wall.

5.  Stop this nonsense and call a professional!

Exactly…that is why we are here for you 12 months a year. We are Home Pro Contracting and there is literally NO handyman chore that we cannot do better in the Dallas Metro. Wanna see for yourself? Then visit us on the web at homeprocontracting.com. We think you will be impressed. Please give us a call at (214) 886-3326…and congratulations to The Dallas Stars!

Contractor vs. Handyman.

It sounds like a mammoth clash at The Sportatorium between two wrestling combatants, doesn’t it?  What IS the difference between handyman services and that of a contractor?  There are some projects a handyman may not be licensed to do.  Rough in or newly installed plumbing or electrical work may be a couple of projects that lead the list.

Keep in mind that if he or she isn’t licensed, you'll need to hire a specialized contractor who is.  If not, you could be liable financially if damages occur. Now, if you try to sell your Dallas area home, you could end up paying more to fix the issue, so it meets local code requirements.  Certainly no one wants that to happen!

Here is the perfect solution.  Call Home Pro Services of Dallas.  You see, with Home Pro NO job is too big or too small.  Their professional home repair contractors can help with anything from basic handyman repairs to all of the complicated matters that you thought required a contractor and all at a competitive price!  Call Home Pro Services of Dallas today at (214) 886-3326.

Time for Recess.

Every school kid loves to hear those words!  What about homeowners in the Dallas area?  What does it mean to them?  Recessed lights are an effective option for both new construction and remodeling if you’re looking for lighting that’s functional but “hidden” in the ceiling.  It will add beauty and value to your home.

Here are some recessed lighting installation tips –

1.  Turn the wall switch to off

2.  Cut the power to the room at the main fuse

3.  Use a voltage tester to make sure that no juice is flowing through the wires

Then the real work begins.  Are you fully comfortable working with electricity?  Do you jump out of airplanes?  Do you drive in NASCAR races?  I didn’t think so.  Why not call Home Pro Services who handles all your lighting installation needs in the Dallas area safely and completely…guaranteed?  Give Home Pro Services a call at (214) 886-3326.

Do you Want A Handyman…or a Whole Company?

You can hire someone to install drywall.  You can call a locksmith.  I’m sure that there are people with the ability to remodel a bathroom.  Yes, and there are electricians in the Dallas area as well.  There are even plenty of businesses who offer pest extermination if that is what you need for your home or business.

What you will NOT find in the Dallas area is a large and complete handyman and contractor service to do any and all of the above jobs and much, much more.  If you can hire from a team of handymen isn’t it a wiser decision to trust a large company than it would be one individual from a sole-proprietorship?

May we introduce you (or just remind you) to Home Pro Services?  They are the ultimate contractor and remodeling service in the Metroplex.  If you want to boggle your mind visit homeprocontracting.com and read their myriad of services.  The next time you need a handyman hire a village!  It’s Home Pro Services at (214) 886-3326.   

The Bugs are Coming Out to Play.

The weather is changing, nasty pests are coming back to the Dallas area.  Common household varmints are probably starting to reappear in your home.  The Metroplex has a variety of pests ranging from reptiles to bugs to rodents.  Most of them are harmless, but some damage our homes or offices seemingly to the point of destruction.

The ones who leave behind damage are the ones we focus on.  We are not talking about swatting a fly or a mosquito, but rather the damage that real pests such as termites and mice can do to the infrastructure of your castle.  This is the kind of damage that we specialize in repairing once and for all.

Home Pro Services to the rescue…voila…good as new!  Oh, what a relief it is to be damage free and live in the greatest city in America.  Home Pro Services is the Dallas area’s premier pest damage clean-up expert.  At the first sign of destructive pests in your Dallas area home or office call Home Pro Services at (214) 886-3326.

Water, Water Everywhere.

Water can be destructive. When water meets the drywall that makes up your interior walls and ceilings it can make them look awful.  Even worse, it can damage wallboard enough that it collapses and falls apart, which can cause huge homeowner headaches.  Don’t panic though. Home Pro Services is just a phone call away.

Here are some of the steps that are taken to repair water damage-

1.  Find the source of the leak…it is not always obvious.

2.  Remove the nasty, damaged drywall.

3.  After making all the repairs, prime and apply paint.

4.  Don’t forget all the clean-up.

Are you prepared to do all of that yourself?  Maybe not!  That is why Home Pro Services is ready to come to your rescue.  Whether it is home or office, we will make all the necessary repairs and return the walls to their original beauty.  If it is in the Dallas area or throughout much of West Texas please give us a call at (214) 886-3326 or (806) 589-3343.  

Are you Suffering from Cabin Fever?

It is hard not to this time of year.  Perhaps you have always planned on remodeling or expanding  your castle from the date you purchased it or you’ve found yourself and your family quickly outgrowing the space, there are many options outside of simply buying something bigger.  We would like to stimulate your imagination.

Here are some things to consider –

1.  Determine how many square feet you wish to add to your home.

2.  Breakdown the costs.

3.  Make plans according to the size of the materials involved.

4.  Bring in a professional contractor to bring the job to fruition.

That’s where we come in.  We are Home Pro Services serving the area around the Dallas Metroplex.  We are a professional handyman services contractor.  Why not give us a call to come to your home and estimate the project?  We reinvented the word handy!  Just call us anytime at (214) 886-3326. 

Hiring a Professional Painter.

Yes, your honor, we are here in divorce court today because my spouse and I decided to paint the interior walls of our home.  It may be a joke, but how often has a “simple” painting project resulted in a major row?  Painting your home’s rooms may seem easy on the surface, but you will probably never get the look of a professional.

Here are some reasons to hire a professional painter –

1.  The quality of the finished process

2.  Time…consider prep time, clean up time, etc.

3.  Pros have this job down to a science

4.  Knowing the right tools for the job

5.  A licensed professional painter will do the job right…guaranteed

Now, we are talking about something very important!  You need to be sure that you have hired a licensed painter who routinely serves the entire Dallas area.  That is the purview of Home Pro Services.  Wherever you are in the Dallas area wintertime is a great time to repaint.  Just call Home Pro Services at (214) 886-3326, or in West Texas that number is (806) 589-3343.

What is a Handyman?

For some the word handyman conjures up many things.  Here is how the dictionary describes them…”a person able or employed to do occasional domestic repairs and minor renovations”.  A handyman is also known as a handyperson or handyworker.  He, or she is a person skilled at a wide range of repairs, typically around the home.

Home Pro Services of Dallas may have redefined the term.  Handyman to them means drywall installation, painting, plumbing, electrical, lock repair, bathroom remodeling, walls removed and installed, flooring installed, pest control, water damage, and much, much more.  The list is virtually endless!

Home Pro Services proudly serves DFW and the area with more than a dozen locations.  There really is no job too large or too small for Home Pro Services.  Because of their extensive workforce and multiple locations, you can call them 24 hours a day 7 days a week at (214) 886-3326 or throughout West Texas at (806) 589-3343.

A Beautiful New Kitchen for the Holidays.

Next month you may want to entertain family and friends for Thanksgiving, then Christmas.  Wouldn’t you like to cook “the fatted calf” in your beautifully remodeled kitchen?  The dream could be just weeks away from fruition if you hire the right team of kitchen remodeling professionals in the Dallas area.

Here are some questions to ask yourself –

1.  Have a plan.  Go into the project with some firm ideas of what you want.

2.  Look at different styles of counter tops, appliances, cabinets, etc.

3.  Find the right contractor.

4.  Finalize the design.

Those last two points may be easier than you think.  The right choice in the Metroplex is always Home Pro Services serving the Dallas area’s contracting, plumbing, and general handyman needs for many years.  Homeowners and businesses both large and small have trusted Home Pro Services.  Give them a call today and get the ball rolling at (214) 886-3326.

The Walls are Closing In.

It may seem like this if you have been looking at the same wallpaper for years and years.  It is amazing what new wallpaper can do to beautify a room.  Horror stories abound as to how removing wallpaper threatens marriages!  Seriously though, it is a process that can not only be time-consuming, but very messy.

It starts with the way that the original paper was hung and how long ago that was.  Before removing wallpaper, it is important to protect the rest of the room.  You may be able to scrape it off with a taping knife.  When you no longer can remove any more of it by hand it will need to be thoroughly wetted down.

How does this sound so far?  It sounds to many like a job for the #1 handyman team in the Dallas area.  They are found at Home Pro Services.  The pros at Home Pro do it all…from tasks around your home to multi-million dollar construction remodeling jobs.  Always trust the professionals at Home Pro Services.  Give them a call to come to your home (214) 886-3326.

How and When to Replace a Door Lock.

How many people have waited until they had a break-in to pay attention to this?  The horse is out of the barn by then!  You know the obvious, a properly locked door is your first line of defense against unwanted intruders in your home. When arranging for reliable home security, it is best to be proactive in replacing locks.

Here are some other reasons –

1.  You just got a new roommate.  Change the locks so that the old one won’t return.

2.  Your keys were lost or stolen.  Change out the locks and get new keys.

3.  Wear and tear.  Not only are they less safe, they are a pain to open.

Changing doors and locks COULD be a DIY job, but is better handled by a licensed handyman.  One of the very best in the Metroplex is Home Pro Services.  The Home Pros have been handling Dallas area plumbing, repair, remodeling, and other services for a long time.  You can count on Home Pro Services to do the job thoroughly the first time.  Just call (214) 886-3326.

It’s a Rotten Job.

There are plenty of those tasks around your home or office, that’s for sure.  One of the worst is repairing wood rot in walls.  Wood rot inside walls is typically caused by water leaking in during severe weather or leaks in plumbing. What is essential here is that you first solve this problem before engaging in rot repairs.

You need to ensure that moisture does not continue to build up and damage the new repairs. When all of the rotted lumber and other materials has been removed that becomes vital because NOT doing that will cause dry rot to spread to surrounding wood and the rotted wood will attract insects and other pests, causing even greater damage.

It is all messy, time consuming, exhausting, and needs to be done completely the first time.  It’s Home Pro Services to the rescue!  In the Dallas area home and business owners have counted on them to deal with wood rot for many years.  If leaking water has caused wood damage, call the pros immediately.  Home Pro Services at (214) 886-3326.

Expansion and Contraction.

No, this is not a lesson on the economy, but rather the interior work done on your home.  As we transition from summer to winter you may be thinking about expanding one of the rooms in your home or office and contracting another.  When expanding your flooring for example, you have to be aware of expansion gaps.

What, exactly is an expansion gap?  They are spaces that remain in a room around fixed objects such as thresholds, hearths, baseboards, and other stationary items built or secured into the framing structure of your home.  Although wood flooring is not a living, breathing, entity it still reacts to changes in moisture and temperature.

Being aware of all the nuances of expanding a room is key and critical in your “Better Homes and Gardens” vision of what you will see when the work is done.  If you live in the Dallas area you should call Home Pro Services for an estimate.  They are the Metroplex’s home and commercial remodeling professionals.  That number is (214) 886-2236.

Confounding Door Locks for Seniors.

When you have a door lock installed in your home it may be for a very important and specific reason.  For many homeowners in the Dallas area it is to protect aging family members from getting into an area which may present a problem.  Have you heard of an Alzheimer’s door lock?  It opens by pulling and rotating…very different from the traditional lock.

This remarkable Alzheimer’s safety device works on doors that swing inward only.  It can be installed on wood or metal doors and requires a drill and a screw driver.  It is never recommended for exit doors for obvious safety reasons.  It has proven to be a safe deterrent for seniors with dementia and other related problems.

Is it time to have one or more Alzheimer’s door locks installed in your area home?  One call does it all.  The Metroplex handyman company for all of your construction, carpentry, and plumbing needs continues to be Home Pro Services.  Always think of them for a variety of projects around your home or office by calling (214) 886-2236.

Hail to the Crown!

No, this is not a tribute to England or anything such as that.  During this busy construction and remodeling season in the DFW area we wanted to spotlight one of the dozens of jobs that we do as well as anyone in the area.  It is the subject of decorating baseboard trim and the intricacies of crown molding. 

It terms of room design it is the cherry on top of the cake.  Crown molding and baseboard trim when done by true professionals give a finished look to a room and can add a decorative element to the overall design of a space.  That pro (or team of pros) will carefully assess the project and apply the right tools and skills so that you will be busting your buttons at the finished product!

The right choice for crown molding and baseboard trim is right here in the Dallas area.  It takes just one call, that’s all to the remodeling professionals at Home Pro Services.  Chris Dandridge heads up a team of handy folks and remodelers that take pride in every job both large and small.  Call them for an estimate on your project at (214) 886-2236.

Handyman, Handyman, What Makes You Handy?

When it comes to the heavy-duty handyman stuff — serious electrical work, deep plumbing, anything to do with major construction work— we understand why you might want to hire a proven professional company.  Unless you like that Dan Aykroyd character from SNL with his backside hanging out when he bends over!

Seriously, the work of a great company specializing in repair, construction, plumbing, etc. is worth its weight in gold.  Hiring the wrong handyman not only jeopardizes the job, but compromises the worth of your home or business.  There is NO margin for error in trying to save a few bucks.

Home Pro Services to the rescue!  They handle jobs both large and small anywhere around the Dallas Metro and have been doing so for many years to the ultimate satisfaction of home owners and businesses both large and small.  Whatever the task, contact Home Pro Services first and get a quote at (214) 886-2236.

Handyman and Construction Crew Insurance Costs.

You probably just take it for granted.  When a crew or individual shows up at your home or business they are fully insured, right?  Not so fast!  Insurance is an expensive, but necessary part of the construction, repair, and remodeling business.  Everybody needs to feel secure no matter how the job…large or small.  Ahhh, peace of mind.

So, how much is enough?  Licensed contractors are generally required by law to carry a contractor license bond.  However, handymen may not have any legal requirements (depending on the state where they operate.)  Something like this could keep you up at night when knowing the right person or crew for the job.

Well, rest easy, my friends.  At Home Pro Services we are insured up to two million dollars.  That’s right, two large!  There is no project that we cannot tackle successfully, safely, and fully bonded.  That should give everyone in the Dallas Metro great comfort.  For your next job, be it home or office call Home Pro Services at (214) 886-2236.

What is a Project Manager?

If it sounds like an all-encompassing title well, it probably is.  By definition, project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to specific activities to meet the project requirements.  Essentially, they are responsible for the success or failure of your building project, be it large or small.

Their typical responsibilities are –

1.  Planning, executing, and closing the deal.

2.  Managing a team of committed professionals.

3.  Staying on point with the client to make sure the goals are met.

It is a big and very important job.  There is no one better at it than Chris Dandridge and his team at Home Pro Services.  This is where you find the Dallas area’s best group of construction managers.  Their phone is always answered 24 hours a day/7 days a week.  Begin your next project (big or small) by calling Chris at (214) 886-2236.

Repairing Water Damage.

Just in case you think that you are immune to it, ask one of your friends in Houston what recovering from water damage is like.  It is not only devastating from an aesthetic standpoint, but it will create chaos in your home or office and, don’t forget the mold and mildew that will probably occur in the aftermath.

The first thing that must be done is assess the damage.  After that, damaged materials must be removed from the area.  There are, framework, fixtures, paint, etc. that need attention ASAP before the mold takes over.  The only good news, if there is any, is that a real professional team can restore your environment to look better than it ever has!

One team…one job…one result…that is the answer!  We are the water damage repair specialists in the Dallas area known as Home Pro Services.  I am Chris Dandridge and I am proud to manage this team.  Let us get your home or office back to new.  If water damage is your dilemma, please give us a call at (214) 886-2236.