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12 Questions to Ask Before You Hire Someone for a Home Repair
Before you hire someone for a home repair, ask about their license, their insurance, a written estimate and contract, th...
How to Check a Contractor's License in Virginia (Step by Step)
To check a contractor's license in Virginia, search their name or license number on DPOR's free License Lookup. Then mak...
Handyman or Licensed Contractor? How to Tell Which Your Job Needs
In Virginia, a handyman can take a job worth $1,000 or less that involves no electrical, plumbing, HVAC or gas work. A j...
Which IKEA Furniture Is Worth Hiring Someone to Assemble?
Small, single-box pieces — a side table, a basic bookshelf, a simple chair — are usually quick enough to assemble yourse...
Walking Your Dog in Summer Heat: Pavement, Water and Timing
Test the pavement with your own hand before you walk your dog on it: if you can't hold your hand there for about 10 seco...
Dog Walker, Pet Sitter or Boarding: Which Does Your Pet Need?
Choose a dog walker when your dog needs exercise and a break while you're out for the day. Choose a pet sitter when you'...
Mobile Car Detailing: What's Included and How to Prepare
Mobile car detailing brings the cleaning to wherever your car is parked. A detailer washes and dries the outside, cleans...
Listing Photos That Sell: Hiring a Real-Estate Photographer
To hire a real-estate photographer, first ask your listing agent whether they book the photos or you do. If it's up to y...
Holiday Travel With Pets: How to Book a Pet Sitter
To book a pet sitter for holiday travel, start as soon as your dates are firm, because the holidays are when many people...