As the frigid months quickly approach, it’s time to batten down for your home’s worst enemy – winter. Heavy snow and ice wreak havoc on your home, causing roof damage and heating systems to breakdown. As many northeast residents brace for winter woes, emergency situations can be avoided by being proactive. Home repairs and upgrades are now only a few clicks away with ServiceWhale.
ServiceWhale for the first time allows consumers to instantly access competitive quotes for the home improvement services they need and place their order at a fixed price. Carol Massar of Bloomberg Radio says, “ServiceWhale is one to watch.” Dmitri Saveliev, a 15-year veteran working with tech startups founded ServiceWhale Inc. in 2013. It was a result of a frustrating experience in finding, comparing, and buying local home improvement services online. ServiceWhale’s unique upfront project pricing model invented by Saveliev is now patent-pending in the U.S. ServiceWhale Inc., is headquartered in Pennsylvania.
Get free access to instant prices on roofing. The Farmers’ Almanac, has “red-flagged” January, February, and March for heavy snows and unseasonably cold conditions over the Atlantic Seaboard. Homeowners should have their roof checked for deterioration and clean out the gutters to prevent leaks, especially in older homes. If major repairs or replacement are necessary, be proactive and start repairs before heavy snow arrives. Simply answer a few questions about the roofing project needed to receive customized quotes from pre-screened, local contractors. This tool will save you a boatload of money and precious time by eliminating the need for multiple onsite estimates.
“The roof over my porch was full of holes where rodents had moved in. When I called a contractor for an estimate they quoted me between $4,500 and up to $18,000 to complete the repair,” recalls Levi H., homeowner in Philadelphia, “Luckily I found ServiceWhale and was able to quickly book a contractor that completed the job for only $1,500 and it looks like new.”
No hot water? Simply click to fix. Water heaters are the second highest source of energy usage in the home, according to Energy Star. Installing an energy efficient unit with a programmable thermostat can reduce energy use by up to 50 percent. This is a great way to ensure your morning shower is always hot while lowering utility bills this winter. Although, your current hot water may look fine on the outside, it could be hiding a dirty secret. Lime, rust, and other mineral deposits can build up over time drastically reducing the efficiency of older units. So, if you’re noticing excessive rust or lime residue in your tub, it’s time to upgrade.
Replace your old heating and cooling system. During November of last year, Google registered its highest volume of search queries from users interested in replacing their heating systems. If your current system is between 10 and 20 years old, you’re probably spending way too much on heating bills. More than half of your home’s energy consumption goes to heating and cooling. Upgrading to a high efficiency system can save thousands on utilities, paying for itself. However, improper installation can hinder efficiency by up to 30 percent and shorten the life of the unit. ServiceWhale offers free competitive quotes from the most trusted HVAC contractors in the northeast. Get your system checked out before sub-zero temps settle in.
“When time is of the essence the last thing anyone wants is to be misled by a contractor,” remarks Aaron Rovner Vice President of Marketing, ServiceWhale. “ServiceWhale guarantees that once the project is booked the price will not increase, or we’ll pay the difference.”