Navigating Homeownership with Thumbtack: A First-Time Buyer’s Experience
Becoming a homeowner was a dream I never thought would come true, but last autumn, my wife and I were blessed to close on our very first house. However, as we settled into our new abode after nearly ten years of renting in the Big Apple, a wave of anxiety washed over me. Every single issue that arose in the house was now our responsibility to address. Boiler acting up? It’s on us to get it fixed. Water damage? We need to find a solution, and fast.
Tackling Home Maintenance and Repairs
While I consider myself somewhat handy around the house, having recently installed a Nest Doorbell on my own, I quickly realized that owning a home comes with a never-ending list of tasks and projects. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but I’ve learned that the key is to take things one step at a time.
Finding Reliable Professionals
When we first moved in, the previous owner had kindly left a collection of business cards and leaflets for various service providers, such as plumbers and roof specialists, in some of the drawers. Initially, I tried researching these individuals online, as well as looking for local handymen, but it was challenging to gauge the potential cost of hiring them or determine their reliability. That’s when I recalled that our home inspector had recommended Thumbtack.
Leveraging Thumbtack for Home Projects
Over the past few months, I’ve utilized the Thumbtack app numerous times. I hired an electrician to install new outlets and security cameras, had professionals come to move and install a washer and dryer, recaulk baseboards, and even mount a TV. While Thumbtack is designed with homeowners in mind, renters can also find it useful for tasks like assembling furniture, mounting items, or moving.
One of the app’s standout features is its ability to auto-fill my queries and guide me towards the industry-specific terms used by professionals. Alexis Baird, Thumbtack’s director of product, mentions that the latest update also incorporates Meta’s advanced language model to enhance the user experience.
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Well, now we can all pretend to be handy, thanks to the Thumbtack App.
Thumbtack App: The ultimate sidekick in the never-ending saga of home improvements!
Ah, the Thumbtack App, finally a beacon of hope for those of us who can’t differentiate a hammer from a spatula!