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Painting and Sealing
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I need to find a painter to paint a new front door and sidelites.
Asked on October 8th, 2021
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Judy: You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your painting needs. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/painters ... Read more
Baseboard Molding Installation
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have mold coming from front of house along baseboards
Asked on October 7th, 2021
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Diane: Thank you for contacting Porch. Mold around baseboards is generally an indication of another issue. The source of the moisture needs to be corrected, then remediation of the mold should take place. We suggest you consult an environmental evaluator first, then remediation. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your needs. ... Read more
Landscaping Services
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fallen leaves have not been cleared in a while and now some vines are starting to creep up. Need it cleaned. Screen guy won't do it.
Asked on October 6th, 2021
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Gainesville: Thank you for contacting Porch. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your landscape needs. Depending upon the height and location of the leaves and vines a lift bucket might be needed, or at least some ladders. Alternatively, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/landscaping ... Read more
Furniture Moving
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Move from garage 20 minutes from house
Asked on October 4th, 2021
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Kathie: Thank you for contacting Porch. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your furniture moving needs. Since the items are heavy it is best to hire professionals who can lift and have a truck for the items. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/movers ... Read more
Bath, Sink, and Shower Refinishing
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Sink needs replace bath tub needs repairs floor replace x2
Asked on October 3rd, 2021
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Gloria: Thank you for contacting Porch. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your floors and tubs. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/plumbers We recommend starting with a plumber who most likely would also know a floor person. ... Read more
Plumbing Services
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Can you do a jetted tub installation
Asked on September 25th, 2021
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Roberta: Thank you for contacting Porch. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your jetted tub. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/plumbers ... Read more
Deck Construction
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I have a porch column that is leaning forward. There are two columns that support the porch. Is there anyway the column can be looked at and see if it can be corrected?
Asked on September 23rd, 2021
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Maria: Thank you for contacting Porch. It is possible the column can be set plumb, depending upon the cause. The out of plumb column may be a symptom of a larger issue such as movement of the porch and or foundation. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your porch repair. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/deck-builders ... Read more
Moving Packing and Unpacking
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I have over 100 packing boxes that I would like to donate.
Asked on September 22nd, 2021
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Las Vegas: Thank you for contacting Porch. That's a good question and not one we can refer a pro for. I've seen people offer moving boxes free on local neighborhood forums and other online resources. We don't know of any mover who would want used boxes. I would bet individuals self-moving might want some/all or maybe even the local thrift store or donation center such as GoodWill, AmVets, etc. ... Read more
Finish Carpentry
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I have a center-place window and I would like to have 2 clothes closets on each side, a 4-6 drawer bench between, and storage cabinets across both closets to the ceiling.
Asked on September 18th, 2021
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Anne: Thank you for contacting Porch. Custom built closets and cabinets are generally the purview of a general contractor and or carpenter-cabinet builder. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your closet needs. Or you can input your zip code into the URL below to search for a local pro. You also can input your zip code at the URL below to get started: https://porch.com/near-me/cabinet-makers ... Read more
Roofing Services
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skylight was broken by roofers. leaks and bugs get in. we have a mobile home with a shingle roof
Asked on September 12th, 2021
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Michele: Thank you for contacting Porch. Sorry to read about your skylight issue. You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your roofing repair needs. Or you can input your zip code into the URL below to search for a local pro. https://porch.com/near-me/roofers ... Read more
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