Aska Home Services

Aska Home Services Aska Home Services is a locally owned and operated home maintenance and handyman service catering to the the North Georgia area.
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We offer general handyman services as well as our annual home maintenance program.

Been doing a lot of staining lately, and today was another one checked off the list.Went back to this project I complete...
08/25/2026

Been doing a lot of staining lately, and today was another one checked off the list.

Went back to this project I completed earlier this season to finally get some color on the pavilion and basket-weave privacy fence. It’s always crazy how much of a difference stain makes. Everything looks so much more finished once the raw wood gets some color on it.

Really happy with how this one turned out, and it’s another project cleaned up, protected, and looking good just in time for the busy fall rental season.

Had a Whirlpool washer that would power up and start a cycle, but wouldn’t fill with water. After running through the sy...
08/20/2026

Had a Whirlpool washer that would power up and start a cycle, but wouldn’t fill with water. After running through the symptoms and testing everything, I narrowed it down to the water inlet valve assembly.

This one is a little more involved than a simple single water valve. The assembly has multiple individual solenoid valves, and the washer’s control board activates different ones depending on whether it needs hot water, cold water, or water routed through different parts of the detergent/dispenser system.

That also means the whole assembly can appear to be working while one of the individual valves has failed. One bad section can keep the washer from filling correctly even though other functions still work.

Pulled the console apart, replaced the complete multi-valve assembly, put everything back together, and ran a cycle.

Water flowing again and washer back in business.

Another appliance saved from being replaced over one failed component.

Got some material delivered first thing this morning, so it was time to get after it. We got several sections of the new...
07/14/2026

Got some material delivered first thing this morning, so it was time to get after it. We got several sections of the new railing installed, started on the 1x4 horizontal underskirting to replace the old lattice, and it’s already changing the entire feel of the cabin.

The homeowners’ goal with this project is simple: keep the rustic mountain cabin character but give it a cleaner, more updated look. The horizontal skirting, black rebar railing, and new stain colors are all working together to give it a much more modern appearance without losing the cabin charm.

One little tool that’s been worth every penny is the spray can trigger attachment. If you’ve never used one, it clips onto a regular spray paint can and lets you paint with a trigger instead of holding down the nozzle with your finger. It gives you a lot more control, lays down a more consistent coat, and your finger isn’t screaming at you after painting a pile of rebar.

Still plenty left to do, but it’s starting to come together and you can finally see the finished vision taking shape.

Wrapped up the last few finishing touches today to get this lot ready to hit the rental market. As luck would have it, r...
07/10/2026

Wrapped up the last few finishing touches today to get this lot ready to hit the rental market. As luck would have it, right as I was wrapping up, the rain rolled in… and I wasn’t mad about it one bit. I’ll take 73° with a little rain over 93° with the sun beating down on me any day.

Today’s checklist included staining the picnic table, mounting a campground-style Pilot Rock pedestal grill, laying down driveway fabric, and spreading 3.5 tons of gravel to create an additional parking area. Since the campground doesn’t allow parking on the grass, this gives guests more usable parking while keeping the concrete pad open and functional.

Looking back at where this lot started, it’s been a fun transformation. Between the gazebo, basketweave privacy fence, fire pit, landscaping with arborvitaes and egg rock, expanded parking, and all the finishing touches, I’d have to say this has become one of the nicest setups in the campground.

The lot is located in Murphy, North Carolina, directly across from Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino, so guests can spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit, throw something on the grill, or head across the road and try their luck at the casino. Hopefully it’ll stay rented out for years to come.

Today’s office is underneath a deck installing 72 joist hangers with a total of 720 nails. If you’ve ever crawled throug...
07/08/2026

Today’s office is underneath a deck installing 72 joist hangers with a total of 720 nails. If you’ve ever crawled through a crawlspace in the middle of summer, you know it’s not exactly where you want to spend your day. Some spots were so tight I was practically army crawling, but thankfully the palm nailer will make quick work of driving all those nails.

A lot of people don’t realize that joist hangers aren’t just “extra hardware.” They’re required by today’s building codes because they provide a much stronger connection between the joist and the beam or ledger than toenails alone. They help transfer the load properly, reduce the chance of joists pulling away over time, and add a significant amount of strength during heavy loads, high winds, and the natural movement that comes with aging lumber.

It’s one of those upgrades you’ll probably never notice once the deck is finished, but it’s a big part of what keeps everything solid, safe, and built to last. Sometimes the most important work is the stuff nobody ever sees.

This stair and landing project is basically wrapped up, minus the stain and a few other little odds and ends.Today was a...
06/30/2026

This stair and landing project is basically wrapped up, minus the stain and a few other little odds and ends.

Today was all about taking care of the finishing details, including cutting the decorative 8x8 posts to match the rest of the existing deck. Those small details are what help bring the whole project together.

The goal from the beginning was to give the homeowners easier access to the backyard while making the new addition look like it had always been part of the house. From the concrete footers and heavy timber framing to the custom rebar railings and matching post details, everything was built to blend in with the existing deck instead of standing out as an obvious addition.

Went out to a cabin today to knock out a few deck repairs. The original punch list was replacing a 2x12 stair tread, two...
06/10/2026

Went out to a cabin today to knock out a few deck repairs. The original punch list was replacing a 2x12 stair tread, two damaged deck boards, and adding an additional joist under a doorway where the deck had a lot of flex.

The longer I’ve been building decks, working through permits, and dealing with inspections, the harder it is not to notice things that aren’t right. Sometimes owners appreciate me pointing them out. Other times I think they assume I’m trying to sell them more work. The way I look at it, especially on rental properties, if I see something that could be a safety issue or create liability, I’m going to mention it.

This one had plenty of things that stood out. The entire deck was framed 24 inches on center, which explains why it bounces so much. The stairs only had two stringers on the outside edges spanning about 40 inches, so they were noticeably soft when walking on them. While replacing the stair tread, I thought the stairs were leaning. After putting a level on it, I realized the outside corner of the deck is actually settling because it isn’t sitting on proper footings.

Under the deck I also found several joists that were only nailed on one side, and some weren’t even fully nailed off with empty nail holes where fasteners should have been.

The repairs the owner wanted are done, but this deck doesn’t have a lot of years left in it without some larger structural work. I get it, sometimes people are just trying to keep something going a little longer instead of rebuilding it. At the end of the day, people pay you to do what they want done. All I can do is point out the issues, explain why they matter, and let the owner decide what they want to do with that information.

I was asked about getting this pavilion area cleaned up and looking presentable for an event coming up this weekend. Wit...
06/09/2026

I was asked about getting this pavilion area cleaned up and looking presentable for an event coming up this weekend. With rain in the forecast all day, it was actually the perfect time to tackle it. I was going to get wet anyway, and getting it done now means nobody has to worry about scrambling at the last minute.

Today included surface cleaning the concrete, cleaning out the trench drains, rinsing down the gutters, washing the furniture, cleaning the outdoor fireplace area, and giving the deck a good rinse. The chairs had quite a bit of mildew and buildup on them, and the concrete was holding plenty of dirt, pollen, and organic growth.

Now everything is looking much fresher and will be free of cobwebs, pollen, grime, and debris for guests this weekend. Sometimes it’s the little maintenance items that make the biggest difference in how a property presents itself.

Another big item checked off the list today: just over 50 feet of basketweave privacy fence, standing a little over 7 fe...
06/09/2026

Another big item checked off the list today: just over 50 feet of basketweave privacy fence, standing a little over 7 feet tall.

This campground lot in Murphy is really starting to come together. So far we’ve installed the gazebo, built the fire pit, planted the emerald green arborvitae privacy trees, and now completed the fence to help create a more private and inviting outdoor space.

Next up is finding a local rock supplier that can deliver. The plan is to install borders and fill around all of the arborvitae with egg rock, then add gravel in the front left corner to create an additional parking area.

It was hard to stay focused today because I think five different people stopped by to ask questions, talk about projects, or see how everything was coming along. I always appreciate people taking the time to stop and chat. Word of mouth has always been the best advertising, and it’s a good feeling when people see your work and want to talk about projects of their own.

It’s been fun watching this space transform day by day, and I’m looking forward to seeing the finished result.

Another rental maintenance call today.The guests reported the dryer kept shutting off and displaying a “Check Vent” warn...
06/04/2026

Another rental maintenance call today.

The guests reported the dryer kept shutting off and displaying a “Check Vent” warning. They checked the outside vent and found it completely clogged with lint.

A blocked dryer vent can cause heat buildup, leading to overheating, damaged components, and in worst-case scenarios, a fire hazard.

The guests were away from the cabin and weren’t responding to the host, so I stopped by and cleared the obstruction from the exterior vent cover only. I did not enter the cabin. When guests are staying in a rental, it’s always best to respect their privacy and avoid entering unless absolutely necessary.

Hopefully that solves the issue for the remainder of their stay. Once they check out, I’ll return for a full dryer vent cleaning.

Just another reminder that dryer vents are an important maintenance item, especially when using bird and rodent covers, which tend to collect lint and clog more quickly.

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Overlake Court
Morganton, GA
30560

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