by hankspinnler | Dec 22, 2025 | Home Maintenance
Originally published by Redfin, this feature spotlights advice from Hank Spinnler, owner of Harmony Home Inspection Services, who encourages homeowners to adopt a practical home inspection checklist mindset when preparing for a pre-listing inspection. Figuring out how...
by hankspinnler | Dec 10, 2025 | Home Maintenance
The simplest way to stay warm and lower heating costs this season is to insulate windows for winter with quick solutions like plastic window film, weatherstripping, and thermal curtains. These small steps help block drafts and keep warm air inside your home, even on...
by hankspinnler | Sep 18, 2025 | Home Maintenance
If your shower drain is leaking, rusted, or not working properly, replacing it can save you from expensive water damage. The process is straightforward, but it’s important to know when a drain needs replacing, what tools to use, and how to do it properly. This guide...
by hankspinnler | Aug 21, 2025 | Home Maintenance
Knowing how to manually open a garage door is an important skill for any homeowner. Power outages, opener malfunctions, or emergencies can leave you unable to use your automatic system, but with the right steps, you can still operate your door safely. Because garage...
by hankspinnler | Jul 10, 2025 | Home Maintenance
If you’ve recently taken down wallpaper, you’ve probably noticed one frustrating leftover: sticky glue on your walls. It might not look like a big deal, but that leftover adhesive can cause major problems if you try to paint or patch over it. The good news is that...
