(Guest post by Ryan Tyson, image via Flickr by turkletom) If you’ve spent months renovating your home to create the perfect living space for you and your family, the last thing you want to deal with is pests ruining your new palace. Pests are unhygienic, bad for your health, and just plain gross, but it’s possible […]
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Install a Whole-House Water Filter
by Merle Henkenius If your home’s drinking water has an unpleasant taste or is occasionally cloudy, an inline water filter is often an easy and inexpensive fix. Private water wells can deliver off-tasting water and waterborne sediment. Accumulating sediment can short-out electric water heaters and reduce the efficiency of gas water heaters. Although sediment is […]
How NOT to Unclog Your Downspouts
(guest post by Century Home Improvements) Top Five Ways NOT to Clean Your Downspouts Keeping up with your rain gutters is a must to home maintenance. They may be out of sight and out of mind for most homeowners, but neglecting them can lead to buildup of debris from local vegetation. You may not have […]
DIY Corian® Backsplashes: Getting Creative with Your Scraps
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Adding backsplashes to your kitchen, bathroom, or any room in your home can give your living space a boost of color and style. When you choose to craft DIY Corian® backsplashes, you know you’ll be using high-quality materials for your project. This means that you won’t waste time and money […]
Fall Inspired Window Boxes
(guest post by Mikkie Mills) Oftentimes our homes start to look a little drab as the seasons wear on and your glass doors or barndoor hardware need a little more love and excitement. A great way to dress up your house for fall is to install and arrange autumn-themed window boxes. This is an easy […]
Remove Mold with 5 Household Cleaning Products
(guest post by Kory Cantor) If you’ve spotted mold growing in your house and are worried sick about the hundreds of dollars you might have to shell out to get rid of the sneaky fungus, you’ve come to the right place! Mold can be easily dealt with without having to spend a lot […]
Replace a Circuit Breaker
You can safely replace a circuit breaker in your electrical panel if you follow the proper safety precautions. In some localities, even minor electrical work might require a permit, so be sure to check local building codes before proceeding. The breaker is designed to protect your wires from carrying too much current by tripping off […]
Safety Features and New Electrical Options
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is a type of electrical outlet that helps protect people from shocks due to hazardous ground faults. Ground faults occur when an electrical current “leaks” or follows an unsafe path instead of following its normal safe path. When a ground fault occurs and electricity from an appliance passes through […]
Choosing Caulks and Sealants
Caulks are used to seal joints for a decorative finish, to seal joints to prevent water intrusion, or both. When it comes to sealing joints in crown molding or weatherproofing windows, choosing the right caulk/sealant product is the first order of business. Selection Silicone sealants have long been the staple for exterior projects where […]
Organize your Workshop
For DIY homeowner to work productively and efficiently, all your necessary tools should be where you need them, when you need them. From easy visibility to convenient accessibility, there’s a lot to consider when organizing a workspace. If you’re giving your garage or workshop a complete remodel, a good place to start might be the […]