Home problems, decoded
Something wrong at home? Put it on the radar.
Tell us what you're seeing. In three taps you'll know what it probably is, how urgent it is, what it typically costs, and who fixes it, with a one-tap call to a local pro.
- 61 common problems decoded
- National cost ranges, sourced
- Local pros on six trade lines
On the radar · October
What's breaking in homes right now
Seasonal problems homeowners run into this month, plus live weather alerts that can cause them.
See this month's radar
Plan itHeating & Cooling
Furnace tune-up before winter
The furnace hasn't been checked in over a year and winter is coming.
$70–$200
This weekGutters
Gutters full of leaves
Plants growing in gutters, leaves piled up, or water spilling over.
$100–$250
Fix nowHeating & Cooling
No heat
The furnace or heat pump won't come on, or the house keeps getting colder.
$125–$480 (ignitor $100–$250, flame sensor $80–$250, blower motor $300–$900)
This weekGutters
Gutters sagging or pulling away
A gutter run droops, holds water or has pulled off the roof edge.
$100–$450
Where in the house?
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Three taps
How HomeFixRadar works
- 1
Tell us what you see
Pick the area of the house and the symptom. No sign-up.
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See what it probably is
Likely causes, how urgent it is, safe checks and typical national cost ranges.
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Get the right pro
One tap calls a line for that trade, connecting you with an independent local company. Or book online through Thumbtack.
Find a pro
Talk to a local pro
Each trade has its own line. Your call connects you with an independent local company.
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Clogs, leaks, water heaters, toilets, faucets, disposals, water and gas lines.
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Cost check
What things typically cost
| Job | Typical national range |
|---|---|
| Drain cleaning | $100–$800 |
| Water heater repair | $150–$700 |
| Furnace repair | $125–$480 (ignitor $100–$250, flame sensor $80–$250, blower motor $300–$900) |
| Roof leak repair | $150–$1,000 minor · $1,000–$3,000 larger |
| Gutter cleaning | $100–$250 |
| Water damage restoration | $2,000–$6,000 typical (extraction $4–$12 per sq ft) |
| Walk-in shower | $1,000–$8,000 prefab · $3,500–$15,000 tiled |
Source: HomeGuide 2026 national cost guides. See the full cost guide.
FAQ
Common questions
What is HomeFixRadar?
A free-to-use guide and referral service for home problems. Pick what you're seeing to learn the likely causes, how urgent it is and typical national cost ranges, then call a line that connects you with an independent local pro for that trade.
Is there a charge to use it or to call?
No. HomeFixRadar doesn't charge homeowners. You agree any work and terms directly with the company you speak with.
Where do the cost ranges come from?
From HomeGuide's 2026 national cost guides, linked on each range. They're typical national ranges for general information; your pro sets the real number after seeing the job.
Who will I talk to when I call?
An independent local company for that trade: plumbing, water damage, roofing, heating and cooling, gutters or bathroom remodeling.
Is this a diagnosis of my home?
No. It's general information about common causes. A pro who sees the problem will tell you what's actually wrong.
Can I book online instead?
For most trades, yes: compare pros and book through Thumbtack, our partner.