HANDYMAN TALK

Most people never give much thought to choosing a toilet — until they realize how much comfort, convenience, and even independence it can add to daily life. Whether you’re replacing an outdated fixture or upgrading during a remodel, there are more factors to consider than most homeowners expect.

When a local homeowner recently had a pest inspection, the inspector discovered something more troubling than pests — leaking pipes in multiple places beneath the home. It was time for a pipe and main liner rebuild.

Some bathroom remodels are about freshening up a space. Others are about finally finishing a long-awaited dream. This bathroom in West Sacramento had been waiting years for a proper remodel, with walls left open and a makeshift setup in place. While the space was functional, it wasn’t finished — and our customer was more than ready to finally see her bathroom transformed.

In August 2025, our team at McCray & Sons Home Services had the opportunity to complete a full refresh at a modular home on a family farm in West Sacramento.

We’re proud to share some exciting news with our community: Mason and Warren of McCray & Sons Home Services have each earned official Certificates of Completion from Navien, covering Level 2 and Level 3 training in installation, operation, and service of Navien tankless water heaters.

Before you hire a contractor: what every homeowner should know. We will talk about contractor licensing, construction deposits and budgets, understanding construction cost, getting to know your handyman, and the importance of communication.

When a concerned homeowner noticed water seeping from a joint in her water main, she knew something wasn’t right. Wasting no time, she reached out to McCray and Sons Home Services to get a professional opinion and solve her plumbing failure.

Don’t overlook these 5 home maintenance issues that are often neglected by homeowners! McCray & Sons Home Services emphasizes the importance of roof and gutter care, crawl space inspections, HVAC system cleanings, and proper sealing and painting. Plus, regular water heater maintenance can save you from unexpected surprises.

One of the most critical and often overlooked upgrades is installing an ADA-compliant toilet.

Burned out irrigation controls. With Summer arriving this month, it is time to ensure that your irrigation system is intact and not in...

A local homeowner had grown increasingly frustrated with her outdated kitchen lighting. The space was lit by a large boxed fluorescent fixture, complete with aging plastic panels that dulled the light and cast an uninviting glow.

Customer reached out for home repairs after water intrusion caused damage to the area in and around her back patio door.

None of this sounds like fun, but when these rental housing inspection fails occur, McCray Home Services has you back with a remedy for each

Eppies has been a long-standing business here in West Sacramento. Originally a part of the Eppie’s Restaurant chain, it was sold to...

-- Repairing dry rot around exterior of home in preparation for new owners -- After a pest inspection, McCray’s Handyman, Inc. DBA McCray...

Cracking and sagging floor – What’s the cause? What is the real damage? Follow McCray and Sons Home Services from investigation to final...

Water heaters are in every home, supplying you with nice warm water. Here we will tell you all you need to know about them. What is a...

From our family to yours - Happy Holidays!!! Please note our modified holiday hours: Thursday-Friday 11/28/2024-11/29/2024 we will be...

Did you know that with regular maintenance most water heaters need replacing approximately every 7-12 years? Depending on the...

Customer moved into the house to find stove/oven was never vented out properly. Customer had flat roof, no attic so we vented it to an...