Folks to know when you own a home

When you own a home it’s important to have reliable folks to help you take care of it! Below is a list of vendors you’ll likely need at one point or another in your ownership tenure.


Plumber

Leaks, Toilets, Gas lines, Dishwashers etc.

Electrician

Switch light fixtures, main panels, outlets, EV charging, etc.

HVAC Company

Help with furnace/AC/Boiler

Drain Cleaning Service

Keep roots & debris out of your sewer

Sewer repair service

Sewer lining, replacement etc.

Chimney Sweep

Clean & repair chimneys (interior and exterior)

Painter

Interior, exterior for big aesthetic changes

General Contractor

Additions, kitchen/bath updates etc.

Lawn / Snow

Service for mowing / shoveling

Landscaper

Plan and/or install landscaping, patios

Concrete

Sidewalks, garage floors, exterior stairs etc.

Pest Control

Bugs and critters in places you wish they weren’t

Exterior Contractor

Roof, Soffits, Gutters, Decks, Siding, Windows

Handy Human

To help with random projects

Realtor

Help understand ROI of large projects, vendor referrals

Designer

Design remodel projects, or interior design help

Flooring

HW floor care/installation, carpet, LVP etc.

Carpenter

Wood repair, trim, built-ins etc.

Of course, these are generalities. If you want to talk about the specifics of your situation or would like recommendations for any of the folks above, contact us! We’re here to help.

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