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Anna WennerJuly 9, 2026 • 4 min read
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7 postsHow to Clean Your Dryer's Lint Trap (and why it's one bit of maintenance you really shouldn't ignore)
Cleaning your lint trap is a thirty second task that helps prevent fires, extends the life of your clothes dryer, and helps your clothes get dry faster. We'll walk you through how to find the lint trap, how to clean it, and how to put it back. We'll also dig into why it's so important to clean the lint trap every time you do a load of laundry.
Anna WennerJune 1, 2026 • 3 min read
How to Keep Rodents Out of Your Home
Rodents like mice and squirrels might be cute when you encounter them in the wild, but they definitely don't make polite houseguests. They can damage your home, bring in disease, and generally create an unclean and unsafe environment. One of the best ways to keep mice and rodents out of your home is to make sure you notice and deal with any pest problems before they get out of hand.
Anna WennerMay 21, 2026 • 3 min read
Gutter Maintenance and Care: What Every Homeowner Should Know
Clean and well-maintained gutters are one of the best ways to prevent water damage from storms. This article walks you through what to look for and how to know it's time to get cleaning.
Anna WennerMay 21, 2026 • 3 min read
How to Replace Your HVAC Filter
Your HVAC air filter helps keep dirt, dust, pet hair, dander, and other unpleasant particles from circulating around your home. Forgetting to change the filter doesn’t just lead to worse air in your home—it can cause health complications, high energy bills, poor temperature regulation, and can even lead to your system breaking down. Even if you do no other HVAC maintenance, switching out the filter is an easy and quick way to avoid costly issues down the line.
Anna WennerMay 21, 2026 • 3 min read
How to Take Care of Your Home's Trees
Regular tree maintenance is the best way to avoid damage from fallen limbs (or worse, trees), to limit your fire risk, and to keep your trees growing strong. Keeping your trees trimmed can also mean your electricity and internet are less likely to go out unexpectedly if your lines are above ground. The sooner you can identify an issue, the less likely it is to turn from a small concern to a big problem.
Anna WennerApril 23, 2026 • 3 min read
Starting Domis: A Note From Our CEO
Domis started with a simple question, “Why is it so hard to take care of my home?” Our CEO and co-founder walks us through how the app started, what our goals are, and where we're headed.
Nelson ChengMarch 10, 2026 • 3 min read