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Sticking Windows – More Than Just a Workout for Your Arms 

Let’s be honest—most of us want to be eco-warriors, but between work, life, and remembering to take out the recycling, “saving the planet” often falls somewhere below “organize the junk drawer” on our to-do lists. But what if going green was as simple as fixing a few annoying things around your house?  Turns out, those … Read more

Aging in Place: Small Repairs That Make Homes Safer for Seniors

Let’s face it—getting older has its perks (wisdom, senior discounts, the freedom to say exactly what you think). But it also comes with some new house rules, like “floors are suddenly lava” and “showers are extreme sports.” The good news? With a few smart tweaks, your home can keep up with you—no retirement community required.  … Read more

Top 5 Most Overlooked Home Repairs (And Why You Shouldn’t Skip Them)

Let’s be real—some home repairs get all the attention. A burst pipe? Emergency status. A broken AC in July? Code Red. But what about those tiny annoyances that don’t seem urgent… until they slowly drive you insane?  At Fix St. Louis, we believe no repair is too small to matter. In fact, ignoring the little … Read more

Childproof Your Home with Small Repairs You Might Not Have Considered

Parents know: babies and toddlers are like tiny, adorable wrecking balls. One minute they’re giggling, the next they’re scaling furniture like it’s Mount Everest or taste-testing electrical outlets. While store-bought childproofing gadgets help, many hidden hazards require actual repairs—not just plastic covers.  At Fix St. Louis, we’ve helped countless parents turn their homes into safe … Read more

What to do when you realize your house has been bugged

OK, so maybe that fly got in when a door was opened, or it was resting on your sleeve when you entered the house. And lord knows why there’s a miniscule ant crawling on that piece of paper you’re reading. You try to ignore these tiny creatures, and do everything you can to avoid thinking … Read more

The Secret to Stress-Free Home: Small Repairs That Improve Daily Life

Let’s face it – your home should be your sanctuary, not a source of daily frustrations. Yet somehow, those minor annoyances like sticky drawers, flickering lights, and temperamental appliances seem to gang up on you at the worst possible moments. It’s like your house knows when you’re running late or having a bad day and … Read more

Ignoring Small Repairs Can Cost You Big: Hidden dangers of home Issues

We’ve all been there—that tiny drip from the faucet that almost sounds like a lullaby at 2 AM, or the loose floor tile that adds a little crunch to your morning step. Sure, they seem harmless now, but left unchecked, these “minor” issues can turn into wallet-draining disasters faster than you can say, “I’ll get … Read more

Why Renters Need Small Repairs Too (And How Fix St. Louis Helps Landlords & Tenants) 

Small repairs in rental homes, like wall damage, plumbing leaks, or faulty electrical fixtures, may seem minor but can quickly turn into costly problems if ignored. Fixing these issues early improves tenant comfort, prevents serious property damage, and protects long-term value. Using professional repair services ensures fast, reliable solutions that benefit both tenants and landlords. … Read more

Tornadoes: Is it crazy to think a theater room your next improvement?

Well, THAT was pretty scary, but at least it wasn’t like what happened in Joplin 14 years ago. Fortunately for most of us, we’ve been given at least one more chance to think about what we could have done differently, in case the NEXT one is the BIG one. As your humble correspondent and servant, … Read more

Your home could use more processed, artificial and petroleum products

Suddenly there’s all this news that we need to remove everything from our foods that isn’t natural. They say we shouldn’t be eating anything processed, artificial, or synthetic, and ESPECIALLY foods that contain PETROLEUM. I have to admit, your humble correspondent must have been living in a cave all this time, because I never imagined … Read more