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10/23/2026

We were able to come in and put this wall back together after a plumber had to change out a valve. The client was fortunate enough to still have some leftover wallpaper from when the project was done many years ago. We were able to repair the hole, smooth the surface and patch in the wallpaper to make it look as if it never happened. All for around $900. Remember estimates every Wednesday 402.915.0824

10/14/2026

EDUCATIONAL WEDNESDAY
Bathroom Maintenance: Small Habits That Prevent Big Repairs

Your bathroom is one of the hardest-working rooms in your home. Between daily showers, humidity, cleaning products, and constant use, even a well-built bathroom needs regular attention.

The good news? A few simple maintenance habits can help extend the life of your bathroom and prevent costly repairs down the road.

1. Inspect Your Caulking and Silicone

Check around your bathtub, shower, sinks, and other wet-area transitions for cracking, separation, or missing sealant.

These small gaps can allow water to reach areas that weren't designed to get wet.

Remember: New silicone generally won't bond reliably to old, cured silicone. Failing sealant should be properly removed and the surface cleaned and dried before replacement.

2. Keep Your Bathroom Ventilated

Moisture is one of the biggest contributors to bathroom deterioration.

Run your exhaust fan during showers and for approximately 20–30 minutes afterward. Make sure the fan actually vents outdoors and isn't simply dumping moisture into your attic.

Excessive humidity can contribute to peeling paint, mildew, and damaged finishes.

3. Watch for Loose Tiles and Failing Grout

Cracked grout, hollow-sounding tiles, or loose tiles can indicate movement or deterioration beneath the surface.

However, grout itself is NOT waterproof! Your shower's underlying waterproofing system is what protects the structure.

Don't assume that applying more grout or sealant will solve an underlying moisture problem.

4. Check Around Your Toilet

Pay attention to toilets that rock, shift, or develop moisture around their bases.

A loose toilet can compromise its wax ring or other sealing system, potentially allowing wastewater to reach the flooring and subfloor.

And remember, caulking around a toilet shouldn't be used to conceal an existing leak.

5. Inspect Under Your Sinks

Every so often, open your vanity cabinet and check the plumbing connections, drain fittings, and cabinet floor.

Look for water stains, swollen cabinet materials, musty smells, or active drips.

Even a very slow leak can cause significant damage when left unnoticed.

6. Use the Right Cleaning Products

Stronger isn't always better!

Harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, and repeated exposure to incompatible cleaning products can damage certain finishes, sealants, and fixtures.

Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations, especially for natural stone, specialty tile, and shower enclosures.

7. Don't Ignore Small Changes

Peeling paint near a shower, soft baseboards, persistent musty odors, or recurring discoloration can be early warning signs of a moisture problem.

Fixing the source of the problem early is generally much less expensive than replacing damaged drywall, flooring, or framing later.

🏡 A Little Maintenance Goes a Long Way

At Homeward Handyman Services, we believe homeowners should understand how to protect their investment, not just call someone when something breaks.

Whether it's maintaining shower sealant, repairing damaged drywall, replacing deteriorated trim, or addressing cosmetic bathroom damage, preventative care is always worth the effort.

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10/13/2026

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10/09/2026

Friday Project Showcase | Custom Rolling Cabinet

A little throwback to a custom woodworking project we completed about two years ago!
This custom-built rolling greeting cabinet was designed to provide practical storage, mobility, and a clean, furniture-quality appearance.

Project features included:
Two cabinet doors with adjustable interior shelving
Centrally located storage drawer
Concealed rolling casters for easy mobility
Clear-coated interior to preserve the natural wood appearance
Painted exterior with a sleek, dark finish
Custom-fabricated countertop, built and finished in-house
One of the biggest advantages of custom cabinetry is being able to design and build something for a specific purpose, rather than trying to make a store-bought cabinet fit your needs.
From the initial fabrication to the final coat of finish, this project was built with functionality, durability, and attention to detail in mind.

What would a project like this cost today?

Based on our current labor and material pricing, a comparable custom-built cabinet would cost approximately $4,350, including materials, fabrication, finishing, and assembly.

At Homeward Handyman Services, we believe quality craftsmanship should look just as good as it functions.

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10/07/2026

🏠 **EDUCATIONAL WEDNESDAY | What's Really Behind Your Siding?**

When most homeowners think about siding, they think about curb appeal. Whether it's vinyl, wood, fiber cement, or engineered wood, siding plays a major role in how a home looks.

But did you know that **your siding is only one part of the system protecting your home from the elements?**

Let's take a closer look!

1. Siding Is Your First Line of Defense — Not a Waterproof Barrier**

One of the biggest misconceptions about siding is that it completely seals your home against water.

In reality, most siding systems are designed to shed the majority of rainwater while allowing incidental moisture to drain away.

Wind-driven rain can find its way behind siding through seams, joints, and openings. That's why the materials and installation methods underneath are so important.

2. What's Actually Behind Your Siding?**

Depending on your home's age and construction, you may find several different materials beneath the exterior finish.

A typical modern wall assembly may include:

Siding: The visible exterior covering that sheds rain and protects against weather exposure.
-Drainage space or drainage paths:** Allow water that gets behind the siding to escape.
-Housewrap or building paper:** Often serves as the water-resistive barrier, helping direct moisture away from the sheathing.
-Sheathing:** Provides a backing for the exterior wall and, depending on the material and design, contributes structural strength.
-Wall framing and insulation: Form the wall structure and help maintain indoor comfort.

Older homes may have entirely different assemblies, including multiple layers of siding installed over one another.

3. Flashing Matters More Than You Might Think**

Windows, doors, roof intersections, and other exterior penetrations are common locations for water intrusion.

Properly installed flashing helps redirect water back to the exterior before it can damage the materials underneath.

And here's something important:

Caulking is not a substitute for proper flashing!**

Sealants have their place, but relying on caulk alone to keep water out can lead to expensive repairs down the road.

4. Warning Signs You Shouldn't Ignore**

Your siding can tell you quite a bit about what's happening with your home.

Keep an eye out for:

- Loose, cracked, or buckling siding panels.
- Soft or deteriorating wood around windows and doors.
- Peeling or bubbling paint on wood siding.
- Water stains appearing on interior walls.
- Gaps around exterior penetrations.
- Repeated moisture problems in the same location.

These issues don't automatically mean you need new siding, but they certainly deserve a closer inspection.

5. Repairing the Problem vs. Covering It Up**

Here's where proper workmanship makes a difference.

Replacing a damaged piece of siding might improve the appearance of your home, but what happens if the sheathing behind it has already deteriorated?

Or if the flashing that caused the damage was never corrected?

A quality repair should address the source of the problem, evaluate the underlying materials, and restore the protective layers before the siding goes back on.

Sometimes that means a relatively simple repair. Other times, opening up a small section reveals additional work that couldn't have been identified beforehand.

The goal isn't just to make it look good again. It's to make sure the repair actually solves the problem.

A Little Insight From Homeward Handyman Services

Working on older homes often means discovering construction methods and materials that aren't commonly used today.

It's not unusual to remove vinyl siding and discover original wood siding, older building paper, or different types of sheathing underneath.

These discoveries aren't necessarily bad! They simply remind us that every home is a little different, and understanding what's already there is an important part of making a lasting repair.

At Homeward Handyman Services, we believe homeowners deserve to understand what's happening with their homes, not just what the finished repair will look like.

Because a beautiful exterior is great, but a properly protected home is even better.

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10/05/2026

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10/03/2026

Just finished up a little project up north. We had come in and repaired 2 column bases and replaced damage spindles for a client, as well as install a front door rail for around $1,200. Remember estimates every Wednesday 402.915.0824.

09/28/2026

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09/25/2026

It was time to shed some new light on this kitchen, so we collaborated with Justin Bower from Bower Family Electric to replace this older oak stained light trough with a new flush ceiling with 6 inch can lights. We demoed the old light and fixtures, framed down flush, installed drywall, textured and painted the ceiling, and Justin ran the new lighting. This project was completed for just under $4k. Remember estimates every Wednesday 402.915.0824

09/24/2026

Educational Wednesday: Not All Drywall Texture Is the Same

When drywall is installed or repaired, the finishing texture can make just as much difference as the patch itself.

Here are a few common finishes you may find around your home:

• Smooth Finish — Clean and modern, but very unforgiving of imperfections.
• Orange Peel — A subtle sprayed texture that adds just enough variation to the surface.
• Knockdown — Sprayed and lightly flattened for a more pronounced, irregular pattern.
• Skip Trowel — Hand-applied with a more decorative, textured appearance.
• Popcorn — A heavy acoustic texture most commonly found on older ceilings.

For repairs, identifying the existing texture is especially important. A drywall patch can be perfectly installed and finished, but if the new texture doesn't blend with the surrounding area, you'll still be able to spot exactly where the repair was made.

At Homeward Handyman Services, drywall repair isn't just about filling the hole. We work to blend repairs into the surrounding wall or ceiling — from the drywall and finishing work through texture and paint — so the finished repair looks like it belongs there.

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