10 March 2017
You want your home to make a good impression of visitors, right? Well, their introduction to your house is the entryway. What's more, this may well be your transition from the outdoors to indoors on a daily basis. In other words, the entryway has a big impact on your house's appeal. If you're planning on remodeling your entryway, consider how replacement windows can benefit the overall ambience. Multiple Glass Panes
6 March 2017
Sometimes drains can seem to be the most troublesome parts of your home, but most problems they have are actually pretty simple to fix. If you've got smelly drains, slow drains, or other issues, there's likely a fast solution that you can put into action. Just realize that no matter how persistent the problem may seem, it just means you haven't hit on the right solution yet. To speed up resolution, here are some common problems and what's most likely to be causing them.
29 November 2016
A butterfly-style roof has an unusual shape that makes the roof one of the visual stars of the home. Two steep sides slope steeply downwards to create a center valley and the overall look of a butterfly with its wings spread. The complexities of this shape bring some pros and cons that can help you and your roofing contractors determine the best roofing material for your home's repair or replacement project.
29 March 2015
If you've recently suffered through the nightmare of a clogged sewer drain, you may be wondering how often you should have your sewer cleaned to prevent problems in the future. There's no set answer to that, because several factors come into play. Here's what you need to consider. Age Of Your Plumbing If you live in an old house with its original plumbing, you can expect more frequent problems as the pipes get older.
17 March 2015
When most people build a house or do a remodel they hire a general contractor. Although this is a good route to go, it is does not mean that it is the only way. In fact, some people have had successful experiences being their own general contractor and hiring their own subs. One thing that you will have to do if you don't hire a general contractor is get your own building supplies.
25 November 2014
If you have a small, plastic floating dock placed outside your river or lakeside home, you probably want to get it ready for the cold season. To do this, you need to clean it thoroughly before you store it away for the winter. If you don't, the river or lake's water may damage it in storage by forming mold or mildew on the surfaces of your floating dock. Here are three cleaning tips you may find useful when you clean and store away your floating dock.
25 November 2014
If you recently had a new pool installed or updated your pool's finish, you may be wondering why color of the water isn't the same as the pictures you saw online or in the brochures. First, you need to understand that this is normal. There are several different factors that affect the color of your pool water, including the how deep the water is, the pool's surroundings, and the time of day.
25 November 2014
When choosing storage options, many people will have many specifications in mind. Things like space, design, ventilation and even security features are always top on these consideration lists. But do you know that the type of doors used by your storage facility could also have an effect on the overall quality of your storage experience? When installing storage doors, an individual or the company offering storage facilities should have several factors in mind.
24 November 2014
If you have a bathroom in your basement, you should do what you can to waterproof it. This will keep water from leaking through the walls and causing mold and other damage. Below are some tips to protect your basement bathroom's walls, floors, and ceilings with waterproofing. Walls The wall behind your shower is the perfect place for mold and mildew to grow. Installing a moisture barrier behind the walls will keep water from reaching the material.
24 November 2014
If you own a home, one of the last things you want to deal with is unexpected plumbing problems. Problems with your pipes could have disastrous results that could quickly deplete your emergency fund. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to keep that damage from happening. Here are some things you can do to keep major pluming issues at bay: Have Your Plumbing Serviced Regularly Just like any other major component of your home, the plumbing requires a regular service check to make sure everything is in working order.