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How to Host a Virtual Watch Party

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  For many people during the pandemic, watching sports has been a mental and emotional outlet. Conveniently, it’s actually “normal” to stay home to watch football’s biggest game of the year! But the current limits on social gatherings doesn’t mean you can’t still take in the action with your crew. We’ve put together some tips on throwing a virtual watch party. Here’s how to get ready for kick-off: Send an e-invitation to set the party mood. Lean into football or team themes with the template you choose. Make your lighting game strong. Consider what time of day it will be while you’re watching. You could brighten the room to give off a party vibe, or you keep your lights dim for a theatrical setting. Organize virtual pools/brackets/games. If you’re more interested in the hoopla than the actual game, create or download a scoring sheet to rate the best commercials. Circulate this sheet with your guests beforehand. If you don’t already have your TV mounted on the wall, now’s the time! Plan a festive atmosphere in …

3 Common Winter Tasks for Your Home

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New homeowner? Here are three winter tasks you may need to get done. Snow Removal In cold climates, snow is something you can count on every winter. Thankfully, a Tasker can take care of clearing your property of snow for you! All around your property–anywhere pedestrians walk and cars park–is where you can expect you’ll need snow shoveling.  Areas where snow needs to be shoveled include: Driveway Front and side paths Stairs Patio/deck Sidewalk Coupled with this task is chipping ice from the driveway, removing icicles from the gutters, and sidewalk salting. Mention if you have your own supplies or if you need the Tasker to bring them (i.e. snow blower, snow shovels, salt, ladder, etc.) Book Snow Removal task Winterizing Your Home Winterizing your home is one way to achieve energy efficiency. You don’t want drafty windows letting in cool air and letting out heated air! On that note, if you’re considering upgrading any of your appliances, you can also hire a Tasker for Smart Home Installation. Common winterization tasks include: Installing storm windows …

Tips for Communicating With Your Tasker

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Like in any relationship, communication is key to a successful experience using TaskRabbit. Writing a detailed task description and using the chat thread to stay in touch about the task will create a smooth process.   No matter what task you’re booking, here is helpful information to include in your task description: Details on what you need done Instructions for entering the space Whether you or someone else (or pets) will be present during the task Any tools/materials you already have Any budget or time constraints Contactless preferences Once a Tasker has accepted the task, you can use the chat thread to follow up, ask and answer questions, share photos, etc.  Using the chat thread Be specific Special tools needed Special cleaning products you will provide  Cleaning products you do not want used Brand, make, and model # of furniture to be assembled Any heirloom items/breakables that need special care Parking instructions Pick-up/drop-off address/es Set expectations Indicate if you’ve hired anyone else to help, or if you plan to help (two Taskers can make tasks like …

Babyproofing Basics

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There are many resources for babyproofing your home, and this list is by no means exhaustive. But these babyproofing basics can help you get started, or provide a great punch list for a Tasker who can do it all for you. When is the right time to get started with babyproofing your home?  Anytime between finding out that you’re pregnant and when the baby starts sitting up on their own and can pull themselves up on furniture–but definitely by the time they are crawling. Once they’re mobile, you will feel more comfortable knowing you’ve taken precautions to keep them safe.  Babyproofing basics: Living spaces Secure furniture Mount/secure to the wall all furniture that your baby may attempt to pull up on or climb, including but not limited to: Bookshelves Dressers Entertainment centers TVs  You may want to temporarily store away or donate items that can be easily knocked over or that the baby may be tempted to use as a walker, such as: Tall lamps Bar stools Freestanding coat rack Bar cart Any exposed musical …

How to make a room do double duty: tips for making a room multifunctional 

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For a lot of us, the best kind of home decor is the kind that is both functional and fabulous. From a home office that doubles as a playroom to a living room that doubles as a bedroom, there is no reason a room can’t meet two of your needs, instead of just one. Whether you have a spare room or a small apartment, these tips will help you create a room that works for you and is capable of doing double duty. 1. Combine ideas that work best together in your space When thinking through which types of ideas you want to merge together consider the space you are working with and whether or not the ideas are compatible. A bedroom/kitchen? Probably not the best idea, unless you want your sheets smelling like your dinner. Some classic examples of ideas that work together include: bedroom/living room dining room/home office guest bedroom/playroom bedroom/gym The goal is to combine ideas that function well together in terms of aesthetics, space, and functionality. 2. Prioritize the main function …