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5 Small Upgrades that can Drastically Improve your Curb Appeal
First impressions matter. Whether you’re going on a blind date or trying to sell your home, a strong first impression can make all the...
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There are so many things you can do – and projects you can try – to improve the bathrooms in your house. Renovating the bathroom is a...
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How to Get Rid of Rats Outside
According to the University of Arizona, effective methods of roof rat control include exclusion, habitat modification, trapping, and poison bait....
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5 Small Upgrades that can Drastically Improve your Curb Appeal
by Joe Goldstein on Oct 15, 2018
First impressions matter. Whether you’re going on a blind date or trying to sell your home, a strong first impression can make all the difference. Upgrading your home’s curb appeal can have a dramatic impact on the number of potential buyers that stop in to visit your home—and, of course, the final sales price. The trick is to only perform home upgrades that pay for themselves with a higher total sales price, but there are a few curb appeal hacks that can pay for themselves many times over. 1. Paint your Front Door It might not be the first thing you notice from the curb, but your home’s front door is the last thing visitors see before they experience your home’s interior. Giving your door a fresh, vibrant paint job can help visitors envision your house as their new home just by removing signs of wear and tear. They even sell paints specifically called “Curb Appeal” designed for front doors. 2. Install Outdoor Lighting Savvy home buyers ... Continue reading →
How to Better Prepare for Bathroom Remodeling
by Boris Dzhingarov on Oct 12, 2018
There are so many things you can do – and projects you can try – to improve the bathrooms in your house. Renovating the bathroom is a worthy project to take on for a number of reasons. Continue reading →
Should I Replace My AC If It Experiences a Refrigerant Leak?
by Brenda Vollman on Oct 10, 2018
A refrigerant leak is one of the most common issues of an air conditioning system. Freon or R22 is the predominant refrigerant used in almost all air conditioner units before 2010. If you have an AC unit that was installed before 2010, your system might be using Freon as the refrigerant. Continue reading →
6 Pro Tips for Cleaning PVC-U Windows
by Guest on Oct 8, 2018
Cleaning windows is a chore that some homeowners do not look forward to doing since it can be a tedious, physically demanding task. However, if you need to make your home spotless for an upcoming event (such as a visit by your meticulous mother-in-law, or a party wherein guests will be moving all around the house), those windows need to sparkle. Continue reading →
How to Get Rid of Rats Outside
by Guest on Oct 7, 2018
According to the University of Arizona, effective methods of roof rat control include exclusion, habitat modification, trapping, and poison bait. The use of traps and/or poison baits can effectively provide control of an existing roof rat problem, but Continue reading →
3 Signs that Your Clothes Washer and Dryer Need to be Cleaned Professionally
by Decorative Concrete Surfaces on Oct 4, 2018
A washer and dryer are both important appliances at home because they help clean and dry your clothes. However, lint and other debris could start to build up inside and it could affect the efficiency of the washer or dryer. Hot and humid air could get trapped and this could lower the quality of indoor air. Continue reading →
Is it Cheaper to Build Your Own Shed?
by Jessie Right on Oct 4, 2018
If your home is becoming crowded with clutter and your garage is overflowing at the seams – to the point that you don’t even remember what you do and do not own – it’s time to look into shed plans here. Continue reading →
How to Diagnose and Fix a Frosty Air Conditioner
by Joe Goldstein on Oct 3, 2018
You are in your home in the middle of the summer with the air conditioning on full blast, but you notice that it’s definitely not working efficiently because you are still sweating. Continue reading →
DIY: Repairing Concrete Cracks and Chipping
by Decorative Concrete Surfaces on Oct 2, 2018
Concrete surfaces can last a long time but, sooner or later, it may develop signs of damage. The most common issues on concrete are cracks and chipping. If something like these start showing up on your concrete patio, pool deck, or indoor floor, it is important to make the necessary repairs before they get worse. The bigger and worse a crack gets, the more difficult and expensive it is to fix. Repairing damaged concrete can be done by anyone as long as the proper method and tools are used. Here Continue reading →
4 Smart Ways to Make Your Yard Safer for Young Children
by Joe Goldstein on Oct 2, 2018
You do not need to raise your child in a bubble to keep them safe. Kids need the freedom to play outside to stay healthy and develop a sense of autonomy, but it'it's also important to make sure your yard is safe for younger children. Continue reading →
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