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by Guest on Nov 16, 2014
For many people, heating oil is their primary way of staying warm during winter. Whether it's a 275-gallon heating oil tank, plastic fuel storage tanks or portable diesel fuel tanks now and then they need to be cleaned to maintain efficiency and keep the fuel inside them from becoming contaminated with dirt or grime. Continue reading →
Making an Aluminum Window Screen Frame
by Michigan State University on Apr 26, 2012
Materials to make a replacement screen or odd-sized screen can be purchased at many building materials or hardware stores. The framing material usually comes in lengths of 6 feet so measure the opening into which the frame must fit before you buy the material. Continue reading →
Importance of Home Repairs: Taking Care of your Home
by Guest on Nov 30, 2016
Whether you have plans to sell your house or live in it for the rest of your life, it is essential for all homeowners to carry out repairs and regular maintenance. Minor fixes can help you prevent serious problems in the future. Continue reading →
Oil Furnace Do's and Don't
by Guest Post on May 14, 2012
The best maintenance to your oil furnace to help eliminate many problems before they begin. Using these oil furnace maintenance tips will be a great start. If your furnace still isn't working, use the below troubleshooting Do's and Don'ts to find a possible solution. Continue reading →
What Causes Squeaky-Creaky Floorboards?
by Guest Post on May 16, 2017
There is nothing worse than tiptoeing around your home while people are asleep and hearing a harmony of squeaking floorboards. Nearly all homes have at least one floorboard that groans as people walk over it. You become accustomed to hearing the squeak each time you walk on that plank and avoid the area while your wife is asleep. Continue reading →
Painting Walls is Simplest Updates
by Guest Post on Feb 8, 2011
As with any painting project, preparation is crucial to achieving a high-quality result when painting wall stripes. Whether you are painting one horizontal stripe or floor-to-ceiling stripes, you should first measure the walls and determine the thickness and positioning of the stripes. Continue reading →
Installing Kitchen Wall Tile
by Guest Post on May 7, 2012
Installing wall tiles in the kitchen between the backsplash and the wall cabinets is an easy task to accomplish. Tile stands up to the necessary cleaning behind a range or cutting board better than paint and is very economical. Continue reading →
Contractor State Licensing Requirements
by 411 on Mar 14, 2013
List of contractor license requirements by state in the US. How do you find out if a contractor is licensed with links to each state's licensing board? Always check with your state, county and city requirements before any work is done. Continue reading →
Eco-Friendly House Cleaning Tips
by Weng Jauod on Aug 16, 2017
Eco-friendly house cleaning has become something that more people are aware of, as greenhouse gases and global warming begin to affect us all. You don’t have to be an eco-warrior or an environmental activist to know that there are cause and effect. Continue reading →
Picking the Right Humidifier for Your Home
by Guest Post on Jan 4, 2010
If you have ever heard of humidifiers you know that they are used to produce soothing breathing environments in your home. Recently, humidifiers have become trendy because of their known benefits. With severely dry air, the use of a humidifier can provide relief, not only for breathing. Continue reading →
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