Having a set of plumbing repair tools is a must, for if you live in a home long enough. Plumbing problems are something you are certainly going to face. Faucets will drip, pipes will leak, sinks will get clogged and there is no way to avoid it. However, it is not necessary to call your plumber…
Buying or renting, this is certainly a dilemma for all those that like to do repair and renovations work at their homes. There is an easy answer for all among them who regularly have a couple of ongoing projects and at least one waiting to be started, they will surely buy it. On the other…
HVAC (heating and air conditioning) repair can sometimes be pretty expensive, especially if you encounter dishonest contractors who charge unfair prices. Unfortunately, HVAC scams are common which is why it’s important to stay alert while shopping around for a repair service. Dishonest HVAC repair companies have been caught on camera by numerous TV stings. Watch…
Any kind of painting demands a certain order of steps, all of which are required in order for the painting process to be completed in a quality and eye pleasing manner. The same applies when swimming pools are concerned. What is more, this goes both for first time painting, as well as all repainting jobs….
Applying shingles to your roof may appear to be a daunting task for those who are trying it out for the first time. It’s best to consult a roof expert who has spent many years, providing quality roofing shingle services to his customers so that you know you’re doing everything right the second time around….
Through the years, snow removal has slowly evolved from something as simple as the shovel to snow removal services in a touch of a button. So, to celebrate the evolution of snow removal, here are the top 15 things that made snow removal better over the years. The Shovel. The trusty shovel is the first partner…
Congratulations! You’ve successfully removed the old, ugly and dated tiles. And if you read my previous entry, you did it without damaging the drywall ;). So now in a perfect world, you’re ready to start tiling. Well, not so fast. Drywall is so delicate. You’re bound to be left with cracks and holes (divots) after…
The kitchen needs to be well-lit, that much we know is true. This is why the lighting in your kitchen is very important. Lighting creates the mood of your kitchen, so your choice of lighting: the shade and shape, will change the way your kitchen looks dramatically. Things to consider are the height of your…
Besides sustainable materials, one of the key elements of green building is energy efficiency. An energy efficient building needs much less energy than a conventional one, and a fraction of its energy comes from renewable sources. As a result, such a building saves money on the long run, but also contributes to conservation of global…
Okay, so you’ve decided to renovate your basement on your own. That’s pretty cool, if you actually know what you’re doing. Remodeling your basement is a huge undertaking, and should not be taken lightly. It can be quite difficult, but it is not impossible. But there are a lot of mistakes made when remodeling that…
