Repainting Your Home: Tips for the DIYer
If your home’s paint is beginning to peel and crack, it may be getting difficult to avoid the age old question: Should I hire a painter or do it myself?That...
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Use Paving Stones to Transform Your Outdoor Space
If you find yourself gazing out into your backyard thinking of something you can do to spruce things up, have you considered using paving stones? Installing...
Convert your Spare Room into a Hobby Room
For a lot of people, there are few things more satisfying or rewarding than becoming fully immersed in a creative project that they enjoy: A hobby. The...
Design Trends in Bathroom Tile
When taking into account the long-lasting durability that tile can bring to the bathroom, it makes sense that the choices of color and design should be as...
The Latest Tech Innovations for Contractors
Who doesn’t like the latest gadgets to help make the job go a little easier? The old adage that “necessity is the mother of invention” holds true here....
Need More Space? An Organized Closet Can Help!
It doesn’t take long to fill up a closet. Though we often start with the best of intentions, keeping closets organized can be quite a struggle. There are many...
Five Steps For Personalizing The Interior Of Your Home
If you just moved into a new home or you are looking to revamp the one you’re already in, you may be looking to give your house a brand new identity. Here are...
Quick Tips for Putting On That New Roof
Roofing is hard work and should not be taken lightly. Its one of those things that you try to avoid because its so much work, but the time will come when you...
Simple ideas for fixing big pest problems
Here’s some non-toxic ideas brought to you by S.J. Neathawk for getting rid of some pests that may try to get into your home, or are already there: Ants in...
Getting the Most Use Out of Your Deck
We all know that the deck is the place to be when it comes to barbecuing and relaxing in the sun. With all of the time and money invested in your deck, doesn’t...
Bright Ideas for Outdoor Lighting
You work hard on your house and landscaping, so there’s no reason why the beauty of it all should be hidden when the sun goes down. Outdoor lighting can bring...
Gutter Installation Tips
Gutters play an important role in keeping your home safe from water damage. Without them, your foundation can be weakened over time; water can seep into your...
Window Boxes Can Dress up Your House
When it comes to curb appeal, window boxes provide a lot of bang for the buck. With basic tools, materials and just a few hours of effort, you can make a huge...
Repairing Concrete Steps
If your home has concrete steps, there may come a time when a little repair is necessary. Depending on the age of your steps or their exposure to the elements,...
Shedding Some Light: Shed Building Tips
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...
Tips for Organizing your Attic and Keeping it in Tip Top Shape
If you are like most people, this is time of year when you head on up to the attic to retrieve your holiday decorations. However, you might be unfortunate...
Vinyl Windows Save Energy
When it comes to offering homeowners superior energy efficiency, quality vinyl windows are still the way to go. Vinyl frame and insulated glass reduce heating...
What You Should Know About Pellet Stoves
Like a fireplace, a pellet stove is an alternative way of heating your house without the crazy costs of energy bills. What most people do not know is that...
Improving Interior Stains
New technologies have made installing hardwood flooring and millwork in the hot, humid environment of a bathroom more acceptable these days. Manufacturers...
Weatherstripping Isn't Just for Winter
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...
Create a Living Room Outdoors
The backyard patio or deck has long been a favorite place for summer fun and cookouts, but more and more, people are discovering new ways to repurpose their...
Foam-A-Post: What it is & How to use it
We've heard it called many things... Post hole foam Pole setting foam Expanding post hole filler All of the above are acceptable answers. Whatever you...
Tips For Staining Your Wood Deck
Staining your deck is a fairly simple task and it can keep your deck looking vibrant year after year. If your deck needs to be stained, here’s how to do it:...
Secrets of Shed Building
Building a shed requires a lot of patience and attention to detail. There is no need to call in professionals, but in order to build a good shed you should...
Spring Maintenance: What to Look for After the Snow Melts
A blanket of snow may be pretty to look at, but what is it covering up? The harsh winter weather takes a toll on the exterior of homes and yards, while much of...