RUNNING TOILETS, STANDING WATER, AND BAD SMELLS — OH MY!
3. GET TO KNOW THE TECHNICIANS. What information is available online about the service technicians at the company? Are they background checked? Do reviews say that they are professional? Many
It’s happening.
You hear gurgling in the toilet, your bathtub is taking a little too long to fully drain, and you start smelling something funny throughout your home. Nobody wants to deal with a dreaded sewer backup. However, if you’re experiencing one, it’s important to know what to look for when searching for a reputable sewer cleaning company. Whether you need a sewer cleaning or another home service, the tips below will help you in your decision to hire the best company to get the job done. 1. DO YOUR RESEARCH. We can’t stress this enough. Most home service companies are digital, meaning they have a website and online presence. Take a look at websites and search potential companies on a search engine like Google. You’ll learn more about the company and the services they offer; plus, you may come across a coupon or special offer too! 2. CHECK OUT ONLINE REVIEWS. Does a company have lots of positive reviews? Are customers generally happy with the service and recommending the company to others? Does the company take time to respond to both positive and negative reviews? Some great places to check reviews are Google, Facebook, and the Better Business Bureau.
companies send you a photo of your technician before their arrival or at least give you their name. It’s always helpful to know these things for peace of mind when the technician arrives to your home.
4. KNOW YOUR PRICE. A respectable home service company should be able to give you a price quote over the phone when you call and book your service. Beware of companies who attempt to tack on additional charges and/or services once your initial service is completed. This is where researching the company and their reviews is beneficial. While there are definitely times when further work may be necessary, it’s a good idea to perform additional research, especially if the additional services you’re being told you need are costly.
Now, when things start to go amiss, you’ll be prepared.
EASY SHRIMP SCAMPI
“OUR CHARACTER IS NOT DEFINED IN THE GOOD TIMES, BUT IN THE HARD TIMES.”
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4 tbsp butter 4 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup lemon juice 8 oz cooked linguine
1 tbsp minced garlic
–PAUL BRODIE
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 tsp oregano
DIRECT IONS
1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter with 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. 2. Add shrimp and oregano, stirring frequently until shrimp is pink. Remove shrimp from skillet. 3. Add wine and lemon juice to skillet and bring the mixture to a boil. 4. Stir in remaining butter and olive oil and cook until butter is melted. 5. Add cooked shrimp to skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. 6. In a serving bowl, top cooked linguine with shrimp mixture. Garnish with parsley and serve. WWW. RE I D- PEDERSON . COM | 3 Inspired by The Blond Cook
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