<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Handyman by Blaine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wether you have some faulty outlets, need a toilet replaced, or a new kitchen faucet installed call us for your handyman services, we'll get it done.]]></description><link>https://www.handymanbyblaine.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:43:42 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.handymanbyblaine.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Small Ways to Invest in Your Property Value]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrading your home’s faucets is one of the simplest ways to make kitchens and bathrooms look cleaner, newer, and more valuable. Old, leaking, corroded, or mismatched faucets can make an otherwise well-kept room feel dated. Replacing them with modern fixtures—such as brushed nickel, matte black, stainless steel, or polished chrome—improves appearance while also adding useful features like better water flow, pull-down sprayers, touchless operation, and water-saving efficiency. Small...]]></description><link>https://www.handymanbyblaine.com/post/small-ways-to-invest-in-your-property-value</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9761249c8db6195f82525f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:39:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/107c81_cb558d6866424edab366216a37b9d5ea~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>3017watch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home Maintenance Checklist: Indoor, Outdoor &#38; Simple Repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keeping up with routine home maintenance helps prevent small issues from becoming expensive repairs. Use this checklist throughout the year to protect your home, improve comfort, and keep major systems working properly. Contact us today to schedule your maintenance or repair! Indoor Maintenance HVAC Air Filters Most heating and air-conditioning systems use filters to trap dust, dirt, and other airborne particles. Check your HVAC filter monthly and replace it as needed—typically every 1 to 3...]]></description><link>https://www.handymanbyblaine.com/post/home-maintenance-checklist-indoor-outdoor-simple-repairs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8b7446fe6fd82d1507dd09</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:39:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/107c81_68fa0bcadb334be2b4b2c119d102af93~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>3017watch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Running Toilet]]></title><description><![CDATA[A toilet that keeps running after it is flushed is often caused by a flapper that is not sealing at the bottom of the tank. First, remove the tank lid and check whether the chain is tangled, too tight, or holding the flapper slightly open. If the flapper looks worn, warped, or coated with buildup, turn off the water supply, flush the tank, and replace it with the correct matching flapper. A simple food-coloring test can confirm a leak: place a few drops in the tank and wait about 10...]]></description><link>https://www.handymanbyblaine.com/post/a-running-toilet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8a69ee4e12adafbf7bcb4f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:36:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/107c81_76dd45ff11074c99be7b1cdd25170361~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_631,h_535,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>3017watch</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>