Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Now it’s time to tackle that large hole you hid under your favorite painting. Mending large holes in drywall isn’t as easy as some of the other fixes, but it will most likely cost you less than if you were to let your landlord handle it and deduct it from your deposit . We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOOR REPAIRS – PAINTING AND PLASTERING – KITCHEN AND BATHROOM TILING – DRYWALLING – INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DESIGN – RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL RENOVATIONS – EMERGENCY HOME, HOUSE AND PROPERTY REPAIRSRead More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ The best way to kill any kind of mold is start from its roots. Killing it from the bottom up will ensure that it can’t grow back. Easy and effective products that can kill black mold at the root level include baking soda and bleach. There are also stronger substances out there, but be mindful, as the chemicals used to kill the black mold can be more dangerous than the mold itself. We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOOR REPAIRS – PAINTING AND PLASTERING – KITCHEN AND BATHROOM TILINGRead More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Mold grows where moisture is present for long periods of time. When the relative humidity level in the bathroom remains above 60 percent due to poor ventilation, the spores that are present in any home will attach to the shower caulking and begin to multiply. Mold will feed on wood, soil, cloth or paper. Most of these substances are present in the bathroom all the time. We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOOR REPAIRS – PAINTING AND PLASTERING – KITCHEN AND BATHROOM TILING – DRYWALLING – INTERIOR AND EXTERIORRead More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Leaking windows or those prone to condensation can lead to mold problems on the windowsills. Black mold can leave a stain on the sill and cause a musty odor in your home. It also can be a health hazard, so always rid your window sill of mold as soon as you notice it. If you don’t remove it promptly, it can spread and rot the wood of the sill, requiring it to be replaced. We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOOR REPAIRS – PAINTING AND PLASTERING – KITCHEN ANDRead More →

We will repair water damaged drywall and window sills FASTER and CHEAPER anywhere in the Greater Victoria, BC. Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Sheetrock is compressed gypsum held together by glue and paper and is also commonly called “drywall.” It can become brittle if a wall or sheet gets battered, but the most common issue with drywall is moisture. Moisture of any kind will make drywall soft and mushy. Having soft drywall is a huge indication that there is a larger problem. Somewhere in the home, water is leaking. When drywall gets wet, it often getsRead More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Clogs can be normal wear and tear, or they can be because of dumb – even idiotic – tenant actions. A lot of food has some grease – and soaps can have greasy residue. Over time, city sewers can develop huge, garage-sized greasy balls that have to be manually removed – and this sort of residue can accumulate in a sink, too, causing clogs. Hair or plants fibers can be involved, too. A lot of people pour grease – including thick, viscous bacon grease – down the sink, and in myRead More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ If you’re building a standing cooler, as opposed to a mobile one, choosing the location is one of the most important decisions you will make. This is especially true if you live in a hot climate. Just like you’re more comfortable in the shade during the middle of summer, your cooler is much happier out of direct sunlight. This is critical for energy savings. Coolers in direct sunlight require approximately 70% more electricity than coolers in the shade. For the most efficient performance, place your cooler in a protected area: –Read More →

Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ Bathrooms may flood, especially since they have multiple plumbing fixtures in them that can be the source of water spilling out onto the floor. If you cannot prevent a flood in your bathroom, you need to understand the potential damage to your house, including the ceiling below the bathroom. Drywall may become wet to a point and not need to be replaced. You may notice a water stain on the ceiling after the drywall has dried out, but you can paint over the stain to restore the look of the ceiling.Read More →

Bathtubs may be either built into a three-wall alcove or freestanding. Built-in tubs range from familiar tub/shower combinations to ultra-modern, computerized whirlpool tubs that automatically deliver and maintain a given water temperature. Freestanding tubs come in many styles, too, from classic claw-footed tubs to elegantly sleek, jetted models. Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOOR REPAIRS – PAINTING AND PLASTERING – KITCHEN AND BATHROOM TILING – DRYWALLING – INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DESIGN – RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL RENOVATIONS – EMERGENCY HOME, HOUSE AND PROPERTY REPAIRS – WALL, CEILING AND DOORRead More →

If you’ve been the perpetrator of the juvenile act of kicking down someone’s door, shame on you. But seriously, if someone else has kicked in your door, or you know of someone who has a kicked-in door jamb, it’s not as bad as it looks. It can be fixed. Typically the striker splits the side of the jamb vertically a few inches, the striker slips out of the striker plate hole and the door swings open. It also lifts the door casing. Call HANDYMAN CHUCK now 250 986 2545 or request a quote online at http://homerenodeals.ca/request-a-quote/ We do it all: – WALL, CEILING AND FLOORRead More →