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Repeated tripping, heat, burning smells or unusual electrical behaviour are signs to stop investigating the problem yourself and get appropriate help.
Home Services

What electricians wish homeowners would stop doing themselves

Some household tasks are straightforward. Fixed electrical work and suspected electrical faults deserve much more caution. Here's where homeowners should know their limits.

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Knowing where your water shut-off is and being able to describe the problem clearly can make a plumbing emergency easier to manage.
Home Services

What plumbers wish customers knew before calling

Knowing a few basics before a plumbing problem happens can help you describe the issue, limit further damage and have a clearer conversation with the plumber.

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Before comparing the totals, check whether each quote actually covers the same work, materials and conditions.
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The cheapest quote can become the most expensive job

A low quote isn't automatically a bad one. The important question is whether you're comparing the same scope, materials and terms before choosing.

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Before paying a contractor deposit, understand the amount, what it covers and what the written payment terms say.
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How much deposit should you pay a contractor?

There isn't one percentage that's right for every job. Here's what to check before paying a contractor deposit and how to understand what your money is for.

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