(guest post by Joseph Alongi) There’s a lot of work that goes into selling a home. As one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever make, you want to make sure that when it comes time to sell your property, you will be able to generate the highest possible amount from your sale. A […]
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Solve Tile Layout Problems – 10-Step Plan
(guest post by Steve Wilson) Out-of-square kitchen floors can challenge any tile installer who wants to do a good job. Fortunately, there are several ways to correct these problems. Most involve a little misdirection—make the floor look good where people see the most of it and forget about the areas where people rarely, if ever, […]
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How to Make Sure You’re Not Buying a Money Pit
(guest post by Ryan Tyson; image via Flickr by oatsy40) Homebuyers face a certain degree of risk when they sign on the dotted line. They might think they’re making a good deal and getting the home of their dreams, but they could be investing in a money pit that costs them thousands of dollars in […]
Pneumatic Fasteners Comparison Chart for Pros
(guest post by Steve Wilson) These days, the default 16-oz. claw hammer spends more time coaxing things into place than it does driving nails into wood. It’s been downsized by an army of pneumatic nailers that are designed for everything from driving common nails to highly specialized jobs like stapling shipping cartons in mail-order operations […]
5 Tips to Remember When Remodeling Your Bathroom
(guest post by Kori Cantor, Image Courtesy) For most of us, it is the bathroom where we feel mentally at peace to contemplate over the meaning of life. For others, it is the place to unwind and relax; and for some, it is the most personal part of the house. The bathroom is much more […]
The Quick & Easy Home DIY Manual – Great Gift Idea!
Extreme How-To’s first book, The Quick & Easy Home DIY Manual, is now available at Amazon.com and other fine retailers! Order your copy in time for the holidays!
Extend the Life of Your Water Heater
(Guest post by Merle Henkenius) How will you know when your water heater needs to be replaced? When its steel tank begins to leak. Conventional gas and electric water heaters have few external components, and none of them move, which makes these appliances quite durable. You may need to replace an ignitor or a temperature-and-pressure […]
Ways Your Thermostat Can Improve Your Electric Bill
(guest post by Ryan Tyson; image via Flickr by driph) Heating and cooling your home accounts for about half of your home’s total energy usage, so when you want to improve your electric bill, turning to your thermostat settings is the best place to start. Learn the right thermostat settings for each time of the year, the best way […]
Everything You Need to Know about Electric Generators
(guest post by Victor Hill) A generator can support crucial appliances such as heaters, refrigerators, and regulate temperature during power blackouts in your home. Suppliers of electric generators realize high sales whenever there is a massive storm in the surrounding areas. What does the realization show? The majority of users only purchase the generators during […]