By Pam Wetherill, HRRC Repair Education Coordinator What? A Saturday in Cleveland with no rain? Believe it! HRRC spent quality time with seven residents and six volunteers from the St Clair Superior Development Corporation (SCSDC) on June 6th. Professional painter Matt Jenkins took participants through the whole house painting process, from suiting up to scraping, […]
By Pam Wetherill, HRRC Repair Education Coordinator HRRC@WRRK–Empowering Homeowners! Over 150 people joined HRRC on Tuesday, June 30th for a well-timed HouseMender University presentation entitled “Yard Drainage Options.” J. Meiring Borcherds, Watershed Coordinator at the Sustainable Environments Program of the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, gave an hour-long presentation at the Cleveland Heights Senior Activity […]
Many older homes are graced by columns supporting a porch roof. Most of these columns will eventually need repair or replacement, as they suffer the effects of age and weather. With a little know-how, this job can be done by the homeowner on a do-self basis. The first task is to determine the extent of […]
Many people are interested in trying to level sidewalk slabs, but are afraid that the segment will be too heavy to handle without damaging the slab – or their backs! If you’ve been really struggling to get your sidewalks lifted and straightened out, there are some ways to get that project done even if you’re […]
Most urban areas in Northeastern Ohio, including Cleveland Heights, have experienced an increase in the populations of wild “critters” in recent years. The problems they cause can range from the merely annoying to the downright destructive – so, it’s a good idea to look at ways to keep them from setting up housekeeping in your […]
Homeowners seeking bids on their home repair projects often wonder what they should look for in a contract. Before you sign on the dotted line, HRRC recommends that you make sure your contract contains at least the following information: 1. The name, street address (not a post office box), and phone number of both parties. 2. […]
by HRRC Financial Counselor Keesha Allen. School is out, and vacation time is here. Now is a good time to take a look at your finances and ensure you are financially prepared to travel, spend more time at home and enjoy the summer weather here in Northeast Ohio. This is also a good time to […]
Each spring, homeowners typically find themselves facing gutters filled with leaves, maple “helicopters,” and other debris. Some may consider adding gutter guards to eliminate going up on a ladder to clear out the mess. But, are gutter guards a good investment? One consideration is the kind of guards you install. Don’t try covering your gutters […]
When obtaining bids to have your house painted, you should discuss with each contractor several important issues. Because preparation and painting are so labor-intensive, the price that a contractor quotes for a job will frequently depend on how you define the quality of workmanship you are seeking. For that reason, in addition to discussing the […]
When you pull out that ladder to work around your home, a few precautions will help ensure a safe experience. Every time you use a ladder, look it over before you set it up. Make sure the hooks that lock the top section in place are secure. Check that the shoes (the rubber pads at […]