Project Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend
16
May
Memorial Day is known as the kickoff of summer fun. Campgrounds, amusement parks and beaches all typically mark the long weekend as their season’s opening. If...
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Efficient Deck Building
01
May
If you’re not familiar with the Fast-Cheap-Good project triangle, you should be. That’s because it’s a great tool—applicable to virtually any line of...
How to Repair Damaged Molding
16
Apr
The functional purpose of moldings, such as baseboard, chair rail and door casings is to protect the more delicate wall materials (most commonly plaster and...
Getting your Deck Ready for Spring
01
Apr
As soon as the snow melts and the ground is somewhat thawed, it is the perfect time to start getting your deck ready for spring. This way, you can spend more...
Advantages of Storm Doors
16
Mar
A storm door can stop the harsh natural elements of the weather from damaging your main door and save you money on your energy bills. Storm doors are not...
Choosing Caulks and Sealants
01
Mar
When choosing the right caulk and sealants for your next job, it’s important to take into account a product’s specific qualities: flexibility, adhesion,...
For Cleaner Air: Carpet or Wood Flooring?
16
Feb
Both the Hardwood flooring and the Carpet industry have their own views on which flooring is the healthiest choice for your home. Below we’ll try to cut...
How To Create A Dust Free Jobsite
01
Feb
One of the biggest challenges contractors and DIY remodelers experience is controlling the amount of dust that comes with any project. This can be...
Firewood Storage in Winter
01
Jan
Nothing is cozier on a cold winter evening than a crackling fire, warm and glowing, in the fireplace or stove. Wood heat is also less expensive than many gas...
Five Home Improvement Trends To Watch In 2019
16
Dec
Do you follow the home improvement industry? If so, the Home Improvement Research Institute thinks you should pay attention to these key trends in 2019. The...
Do's and Don'ts of Home Winterization
01
Dec
Winter is on the way, and that means it’s time to get the house ready for the cold days ahead. Winterizing your home is the best way to avoid unexpected...
How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing
16
Nov
As unusually cold weather plagues large parts of the country, homeowners from South Carolina to Michigan (and even Texas) are worried about frozen, busted...
Window Moisture: What Your Windows Are Trying to Tell You
01
Nov
Window moisture is indicative of a larger problem. Over time, this moisture can lead to mold, mildew and eventually rotting of the trim and window framing....
Weatherstripping Isn't Just for Winter
16
Oct
When most people think of using weatherstrip, they think of it as a way of keeping the cold out; that it’s all part of winterizing their home. The only problem...
Home Energy Savings Checklist
01
Oct
Energy prices seem to be rising every year. Furthermore, the impact of energy consumption has lasting effects on the environment. Though there’s not much we...
End of Season Checklist for your Deck or Patio
16
Sep
It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...
What to Look For: Inspecting your Insulation and Weather Stripping
01
Sep
As the cold weather approaches and your furnace begins its annual duties, we often think of ways to make our homes more energy efficient. One thing that can...
Energy Saving Tips for Summer
16
Jul
There’s a lot you can do this summer to save energy. The same insulation and weather-stripping that saved energy during the winter months will show you...
Where to Start When Restoring a Deck
01
Jul
If you made the decision to restore your deck rather than replace it, then the first thing you want to do is make sure it is structurally sound. If possible,...
Tips for Building your own Backyard Fire Pit
01
Jun
Sitting around the fire. It’s a tradition that goes back further than recorded history and is one that has endured for many reasons. The simplest of which is...
Fine Tune Your Gas Grill for the Grilling Season
15
Apr
Nothing says spring better than a rich, smoky barbecue aroma wafting on the breeze, but is your grill up to the task? After a long, chilly winter stored away,...
Starter Plants for Landscaping
01
Apr
Whether you are a new homeowner, a novice gardener or just interested in improving your yard, it can be overwhelming to choose the best plants for your...
Shedding Some Light: Shed Building Tips
22
Mar
If you find yourself reminiscing about the days when you could actually park your car in the garage, it may be time to build a shed. An outdoor shed is an...
Remodeling Ideas for Winter
01
Feb
Now that all of the excitement of the holidays has passed, are you starting to feel the winter doldrums creeping in? There’s nothing like that feeling of...
Snow Removal Safety Tips
16
Jan
For those who live in the colder climates, snow removal comes with the territory. Unlike mowing the lawn, it’s not the type of job that you can simply get to...