Most homes, whatever their age, need more TLC than homeowners — including handy do-it-yourselfers — can provide. That's where Get Dwell comes in. No time? No skills? No problem. Delegate all your repair, improvement and maintenance needs to us.
1. Keep chill!
Your fridge gets a lot of use during the summer. Keep it functioning in tip top shape. Guard against overheating by cleaning the dust off your condenser. While you’re at it, keep summer hydration flowing by changing out the water filter. If doing it yourself, order filters from us (many are available for same-day in-store pickup). If you need help, hire one of our Chore Taskers, a less expensive alternative to their handyman service. Schedule a Chore Tasker appointment during the month of June and enjoy $50 off (regularly $99 for the first hour and $65 each hour thereafter).
2. I screen, you screen, we all screen for cicadas!
Time to check your screens for holes and tears. Drop them off at your local, family-owned hardware store for expert repair or replacement work. If your screened-in porch needs repair, our professionals can make it impenetrable to cicadas and mosquitoes, ensuring your summer is relaxing and stress-free! Contact us here
3. Your biggest fan needs some help.
As the weather warms up, it’s time to set ceiling fans to spin counterclockwise. The counterclockwise direction combined with the blade pitch on fans creates downdraft, which you feel as that welcoming, cool breeze in summer. While you’re at it, why not give the blades a quick dusting?
4. Get the garage or shed ready for summer tools and activities!
Clear the clutter and get organized. Hire one of our Chore Taskers and enjoy $50 OFF in June (regularly $99 for the first hour and $65 each hour thereafter). Schedule help today
5. Summer sun … it’s intense!
A retractable awning custom made for your outdoor living space can lower the temp 20 degrees during the hottest afternoons. Available in a large variety of fabrics, these awnings close automatically any time high winds are detected and can withstand gale force winds up to 85 MPH. Contact us for a free estimate
"Summertime, and the living is easy."
6. Summertime = deck time.
If you have an existing deck that’s seen better days, Get Dwell can help refresh it using a variety of techniques — from pressure washing to adding Trex composite products. No deck? Let us design and build a new deck for your house to help create a summer full of memories. Reach out and we’ll help you create that special summer space!
7. The beach is not the only thing that’s hot this summer.
Wallpapering has experienced a renaissance. Beautiful, versatile and easy to clean wallpaper is a great way to brighten any room this summer. Contact us for a free consultation
8. Sippin’ and swingin’.
Nothing says summer like enjoying a cool glass of lemonade on a porch swing for two. How about lounging in one of the new swinging chairs that seem to be popping up all over? Because a swing chair requires structural stability, in the interest of safety we recommend you use one of our carpenters to make sure it gets installed properly. Schedule a carpenter today
9. Windows to the future.
Summer is the time to evaluate your windows and decide if this is the year they need replacing. Since some windows take 60 days or longer for delivery, now would be a good time to start the process. With Chicago’s unpredictable weather, you don’t want to install new windows beyond October (brrrr!). Contact us for a free window estimate in June
10. Wondrous window washing.
You spend lots of time and money keeping your house clean, but have you ignored your windows? To get them really clean inside and out, leave it to the professionals. We’re not just talking about a spray bottle and a squeegee. A team of efficient, uniformed technicians from Get Dwell combines state-of-the-art equipment and water purification technology to spotlessly clean your windows, skylights, glass atriums, mirrors, screens, sills and window tracks.
Using water-fed poles, their team removes layers of dust, dirt and grime from both the outside and inside of your windows, even in the hardest-to-reach spots, including windows as high as the third floor. This process also offers weather resistance: rain won’t dull the shine.
Looking outside through sparkling clean windows is great but consider the more tangible benefits of extended window life, mold prevention and improved energy efficiency. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee and the convenience of seasonal or annual window washing plans. Request a window washing estimate today
In the immortal words of Elvis, "TCB" — Taking Care of Business. That's what you should always be doing for your home. Protect your investment by repairing, improving and maintaining it. We can help.