If you've ever had a trade pro come by to work on a home issue or maintenance, you probably realize that the time they spend at you home is just a small portion of their day. So what exactly does a full day in the life of a trade pro look like? Today we're giving you a small peek at what a typical day looks like for a trade pro, how it may vary from job to job, and just how much time is spent on the road. Need to call in a trade pro? At Done Rite Services, we can help you with your HVAC, plum...
Mar 10
14 min
Usually, we have a pretty good idea how our home works. we know what buttons to push, where to plug things, and what switches turn on which light. Usually. But sometimes, we have an odd switch in our house that just seems to do...nothing. Today we're answering a listener question about a mystery switch. Why is it there? What is it supposed to be doing? Is it a problem, or does it just kind of exist? Join us today as we discuss why that mystery switch might be a part of your home. If you've go...
Feb 25
5 min
On this show, we make sure to tell you when it's best to reach out to your trade pro to help with a home issue. But, what exactly does your trade pro need to know before they can diagnose and fix a problem? Today, we're talking about what information is helpful for your trade pro when you make that call. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, we want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 1-833-805-0167 and we may feature your que...
Feb 10
6 min
We all know that keeping up with home repairs is important. But how are we supposed to afford the work that's necessary but so expensive? Today, we're talking about what some of your options may be, so you can live comfortably in your home while not destroying your finances. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, we want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 1-833-805-0167 and we may feature your question in a future episode. Nee...
Jan 27
9 min
If you've got a clog in your sink, it can be hard to know what you can use to safely clear it out. Drano is tempting - after all, it's supposed to be made specifically to clean out drains - but not actually your best option. So what is? Today we answer a listener who wants to know how he can de-gunk his drains safely and effectively. We'll cover several options you can try, so you can clear the clog without damaging your pipes. If you have a question you'd like us to answer, we want to hear f...
Jan 13
9 min
For some of us, this time of year brings travel. Maybe you fly across the country to see friends and family, or even take advantage of the extra time off work to plan a quick getaway. no matter what your plans are, it's important to make sure that your home's needs aren't lost in the bustle of pre-vacation planning. In this episode, we'll cover what you should do before you head to of town to make sure you don't come home to a home emergency. Have questions? We'd love to answer them! Em...
Dec 17, 2025
11 min
Happy holidays everyone! As we recover from Thanksgiving and start hearing how it's the most wonderful time of the year in every store, you may be thinking about decorating your home for the holidays. We love that - as long as you do it safely. In this episode, we talk about some considerations and tips to make your holiday decorations shine, but without burning down the neighborhood. Send us your home questions! Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at...
Dec 3, 2025
7 min
While we may not give a whole lot of thought to our garages and garage doors, they're an important part of our home. They're often the first thing people see when they pull up to a home. You may even use yours as a front door! That's why this week, we're joined by Dallerie Riesland, owner of A-Authentic Garage Door Service, to talk garage doors. What are our options for garage doors? What sort of maintenance and care do they need? What do we do when something goes wrong? We discuss all of the...
Nov 18, 2025
28 min
When talking about plumbing, the p-trap comes up pretty often as a vital component of any system. But what exactly is it? What does it do? And how do we know if our p-traps are doing what they're supposed to? In today's episode, we're talking all of that and more, so join us as we dive into the world of p-traps. Send us your home questions! Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 1-833-805-0167 and we may feature your question in a future episode. Need...
Nov 4, 2025
9 min
We love our trees. They provide shade, color, and life to our homes and communities, even here in the desert. But how do we know we're taking care of them properly? Are they getting enough water? How often do they need to be trimmed or pruned? How can we tell if they're healthy or not? Today we talk about all of this and more with our guest Cory Craft, an arborist with Northwest Landscaping. If you want to get in touch with Cory, you can find him on Instagram @coral.cowboy, or email him...
Oct 21, 2025
35 min
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