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Swim instructor fighting to keep business following neighborhood noise complaints
Read full article: Swim instructor fighting to keep business following neighborhood noise complaintsBrandi Watts is the only certified Infant Resource instructor in Spring. She said teaching young children how to save themselves from drowning, is her passion.
Help for Houston homeowners left with damage after utility crews dig
Read full article: Help for Houston homeowners left with damage after utility crews digDiscover what to do when a utility company leaves damage behind on your property. Investigative reporter Amy Davis shares insights on how to get information and seek compensation for property damage caused by utility crews.
Fallen trees can show symptoms before severe storms hit; Here’s what you need to look for to keep you and your home safe
Read full article: Fallen trees can show symptoms before severe storms hit; Here’s what you need to look for to keep you and your home safeAfter a storm, you can bet that quite a few homeowners across the Houston area will have to wake up the next day and be faced with untimely repairs.
Family fights water bill for a home that was demolished 20+ years ago
Read full article: Family fights water bill for a home that was demolished 20+ years agoImagine getting a water bill for a home that hasn’t existed in more than 20 years. That’s what happened to one family in Shady Acres. They reached out to KPRC 2 Investigates feeling ‘DRAINED’ after trying to resolve a growing bill with the Houston water department for a year!
‘I’m angry’: Smelly, brown water leaves residents in northwest Harris County neighborhood frustrated
Read full article: ‘I’m angry’: Smelly, brown water leaves residents in northwest Harris County neighborhood frustratedBrown, smelly and dirty; that’s how homeowners in the Silver Glen community described their water, which they said was only getting worse.
Sunnyside residents say city of Houston is ignoring known hot spot for illegal dumping
Read full article: Sunnyside residents say city of Houston is ignoring known hot spot for illegal dumpingAs the city of Houston faces a federal probe into its handling of illegal dumping in Black and Brown neighborhoods, residents in Sunnyside say they’ve seen no sign things are improving.
Homeowners in northwest Harris County neighborhood demanding answers from CenterPoint after continued power outages
Read full article: Homeowners in northwest Harris County neighborhood demanding answers from CenterPoint after continued power outagesHomeowners in the Stone Gate Community want to know what is going on with the power lines in their neighborhood.
Residents in southwest Houston neighborhood concerned about CenterPoint Energy’s plan to install natural gas pipeline behind their homes
Read full article: Residents in southwest Houston neighborhood concerned about CenterPoint Energy’s plan to install natural gas pipeline behind their homesHomeowners living in Southwest Crossing Subdivision in southwest Houston are concerned about CenterPoint’s plans to run gas transmission lines under the backyards of their homes.
‘We’re so excited and relieved’: Aldine house known for illegal activity demolished by law enforcement
Read full article: ‘We’re so excited and relieved’: Aldine house known for illegal activity demolished by law enforcementNeighbors living near a property deemed a nuisance said they’ve waited years for Monday’s abatement.
Meyerland homeowners disturbed by anti-Semitic materials left in neighborhood
Read full article: Meyerland homeowners disturbed by anti-Semitic materials left in neighborhoodSeveral homeowners in Meyerland are disturbed after discovering anti-Semitic literature left on their properties last Saturday.
Can solar energy be affordable and reliable?
Read full article: Can solar energy be affordable and reliable?The green energy movement is giving people more options to power their homes. Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular. KPRC 2 answers some of the top questions you might have before investing in solar panels.
Home listed as ‘get-together spot’ on Airbnb, VRBO becomes huge problem for some neighbors in Spring Branch area
Read full article: Home listed as ‘get-together spot’ on Airbnb, VRBO becomes huge problem for some neighbors in Spring Branch areaResidents in the Westview Terrace neighborhood in Spring Branch gathered Friday to express their concern about what has been happening at home nearby.
Renter’s rights: What you need to know if you have storm damage
Read full article: Renter’s rights: What you need to know if you have storm damageThe water pipes above her bedroom burst open inside the home she is renting and now she is wondering who is going to fix the pipes and all the water damage. I’m like what happened and all of the sudden I see all of this water pouring down,” Tamika said. If you rent an apartment or a house or a condominium, it’s your landlords legal responsibility to fix the damage. It’s your job to act quickly and notify your landlord of the problem right away to limit the damage done. Step Two: Back that call up with a written letter detailing the damage and send it via certified mail.
Worried about making your mortgage or rent payment during the coronavirus outbreak? Here are all of the ways you can get help.
Read full article: Worried about making your mortgage or rent payment during the coronavirus outbreak? Here are all of the ways you can get help.HOUSTON – As the coronavirus pandemic has caused a great economical crisis, many workers have been laid-off or are not receiving pay during business closures. If you’re worried about missing a mortgage payment, contact your lender immediately. Numerous banks have said they are willing to work with distressed borrowers, including potentially suspending or reducing mortgage payments for a stretch. TAA advises renters to communicate with their property manager if they find themselves unable to pay rent. According to the association, they have encouraged rental property owners to waive late fees and set up a payment plan for residents impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.