Last time, we talked a bit about a few things you could do to recoup your deposit for a rental property. This discussion was so popular that we decided to dig a little deeper into the subject. This time however we wanted to look at the landlord side of things, you know, what happens after a renter moves out and you have to fill the home with a new renter as fast a possible. Just as it is stressful…Read More
The rental market in Santa Barbara is out of control, to say the least. Rents are starting to climb higher and higher every year. Now, if you have ever gotten an apartment, condo or rental house you know that just renting the place is a major investment. You have first and last months rent to pay for, utility startup fees, pizza and frosty beverages for your buddies so they will help you move, and…Read More
As Santa Barbara's Top Rated Local® handyman, we are able to handle just about anything you throw at us. From smaller jobs like fan installation and residential cleaning to big projects like garage door replacement, balcony repair, or even commercial maintenance services, we’re equipped with the right tools and the knowledge to get the job done. But something that we are asked about frequently …Read More
As motivated, independent people, we sometimes fall into the trap of believing that the ability to do something automatically means that we should do it. In reality, the inverse is usually a better piece of advice. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. This little bit of sage wisdom rings especially true when it comes to home improvement projects. Those of you who have the tools, the kn…Read More
Most people don’t give much thought to their home’s electrical system. But every time you flip a switch, toast a bagel, or watch your favorite TV show, you are putting that system to use. As long as the wiring is sound, everything should function smoothly. But if the wiring is damaged in some way, you could be running the risk of a major house fire. If you don’t want to be that person who s…Read More
Summer is the prime time to have your handyman work on your home projects. But if you are like most people, you look at those summer months on the calendar and think, “I’ve got time, I’ll call him when I get a chance.” Then suddenly you look up and it’s the end of August and you haven’t called him. Not once. That’s okay, you aren’t alone, and it’s never too late to call Arc Handy…Read More
