While driving between subdivisions the other day, I found myself reading the billboards. And it struck me – why are there so many billboards for LAWYERS? As your humble correspondent, I acknowledge there’s a lot of things I don’t understand. But I do understand that restaurants buy billboards because a lot of drivers are trying … Read more
Dr. Steve’s Tips
We all know what carpenters do. And plumbers. And electricians. But what’s with this guy known as a “handyman”? If he’s supposed to be someone who works with his hands, it’s not like these other folks work with their feet. So your humble correspondent went to the Internet to find out where this strange word … Read more
Selling your home? Before you start dreaming about that gourmet kitchen remodel or spa bathroom addition, here’s a reality check: buyers aren’t looking for perfection—they’re looking for potential. And nothing kills potential faster than a long list of tiny defects that whisper, “This house needs work.” The good news? You don’t need a six-figure renovation … Read more
As someone who spends – I dunno – maybe half my waking hours with my head poking into places like broken toilets, your humble correspondent doesn’t think very often about the meaning of life. But recently, there I was floating through the “It’s a Small World” ride in Disneyland with our granddaughter, and suddenly it all … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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