NeighborWorks® of Grays Harbor contributes to the community conversation on housing issues through a weekly column in the Daily World titled "Nailing it Down."

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Free ductless heat pumps available for those who qualify

While heating your house may not be at the top of your mind right now, this is a great time to look into a new heating system. As you may know from past columns, we are big fans of ductless heat pumps, which both heat and cool a home. What you may not know is that people who electrically heat their homes and are income-qualified may be able to receive a new ductless heat pump installed into their homes free of charge! This is thanks to the No Cost Ductless Heat Pump program s

Ladder stand-off can be a lifesaver

Summertime is the time for so many home maintenance projects from cleaning your gutters and inspecting your roof to washing or painting your house. While we’ve mentioned it in recent blogs, it’s been a while since we really concentrated on the importance of ladder safety. So here we go! When working “up” not only does one need to have the proper equipment, but it’s also key to have the right know-how as well. Ladder stand-off is a must Whatever chore that takes you up on an e

Ensure your deck is safe for summer

Now is a great time to give your deck a little attention. You are more likely to find weather-friendly days now and you can look forward to spending time with friends and family! In fact, a deck can be a great place to have a socially distanced visit if you need to. Hopefully soon, your deck can be used while you host larger gatherings! Safety comes first! Your annual deck inspection The first point of inspection should be the way the deck is fastened to the house. What you

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