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McCray & Sons Earns Navien Training Certificates
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.

McCray's Home Services
Aug 30, 20253 min read


Before You Hire a Contractor: What Every Homeowner Should Know
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.

McCray's Home Services
Jul 31, 20252 min read


Hidden Leak Leads to a Bigger Catch—How One Call Helped Prevent a Major Plumbing Failure
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.

McCray's Home Services
Jul 31, 20252 min read


5 Home Maintenance Issues Homeowners Often Neglect
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.

McCray's Home Services
Jul 2, 20252 min read


The Benefits of Upgrading to an ADA-Compliant Toilet
One of the most critical and often overlooked upgrades is installing an ADA-compliant toilet.

McCray's Home Services
Jul 1, 20252 min read


The Many Ways Irrigation Systems Fail
Burned out irrigation controls. With Summer arriving this month, it is time to ensure that your irrigation system is intact and not in...

McCray's Home Services
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Brightening Up: A Kitchen Lighting Makeover
A local homeowner had grown increasingly frustrated with her outdated kitchen lighting.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.

McCray's Home Services
May 29, 20251 min read


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

McCray's Home Services
Apr 28, 20251 min read


Rental Housing Inspection FAIL: Homeowners Insurance to be CANCELED…OH NO!!
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

McCray's Home Services
Mar 28, 20254 min read


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

Crystal @ McCray's
Jan 31, 20251 min read


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

Crystal @ McCray's
Jan 31, 20251 min read


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

Crystal @ McCray's
Dec 31, 20242 min read


Water Heaters - What to know about them
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...

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 25, 20245 min read


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

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 19, 20241 min read


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

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 14, 20241 min read


No Stove Vent?!
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...

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Water Leaking Through a Light Fixture!?
When a customer called because they had water coming through a light fixture from the second floor. McCray's opened up the ceiling to...

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 14, 20241 min read


From Flowerbed to Deck
Customer was frustrated with trying to get something to grow and look nice under this window in the front of their home. Finally, they...

The Handy Man
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Local Supporting Local - Lenise's Cafe
We love supporting other local businesses! Whether it's a quick coffee on the go, or a nice relaxing lunch on the patio, see why we love...

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 13, 20241 min read


Security Door Installation & Decorative Framing
Recently we had a customer call in with a job request to install a security door at the main entrance of their home. When we went out to...

Crystal @ McCray's
Nov 1, 20241 min read
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