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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 →
No Need for a Plumber to Replace the Bathtub Drain
by Guest Post on Jan 19, 2010
If your bathtub drain needs to be replaced, either because it has become damaged or simply because it's not holding the water in the tub adequately anymore, there isn't a need to call a plumber. Continue reading →
5 Scary Examples of How Not to Use a Ladder
by Guest Post on Mar 22, 2016
In any situation where you employ a ladder for high level access, its correct use can make all the difference between life and death, literally. You wouldn’t think it was that difficult to work out how to use a ladder properly, would you? However, the 5 photos below clearly show that nothing can be taken for granted. Continue reading →
Showers vs Baths - What You Need to Know
by Guest on Jan 17, 2014
When it comes to showers vs baths there are some things you should know about both options. They each have their own advantages and disadvantages. Some people do one or the other and some people do both. Here is what you need to know about this subject. Continue reading →
DIY Home Build Solar System Guide
by Guest Post on Dec 17, 2010
With this site I will tell you how I made my Home Build Solar System for a fraction of the shop price and how you can made your own system, it’s much more easy than you think. The building process is quiet simple (when you’ve got a little technical background) and the to be used materials you can mostly buy locally. Continue reading →
What is Dry Rot? (fungus disease)
by Guest Post on May 12, 2012
Fungus diseases in the wood are also known as dry rot or wet rot. This is caused by the growth of fungus in the wood. Wood-destroying fungi require a food source, oxygen, and favorable temperature in order to thrive. The cycle of promoting more dry rot is fungi increase wood permeability, this permeability allows more moisture to penetrate the wood and leads to more decay fungi, and the cycle continues. Continue reading →
4 Main Benefits of Drain Repair
by Guest Post on Feb 29, 2016
How often do you repair the drains in your house? How frequently should you clean the drains? What techniques should you make use of for proper drain cleaning or repair? To avoid drain repair, think about proper drain cleaning and maintenance. Continue reading →
Repairing Lamp Plugs
by Michigan State University on Apr 27, 2012
In about 30 minutes you can repair the electrical wiring in almost any lamp—and make it safe as well. When a lamp flickers or does not light up at all, if it is not the light bulb chances are that one of the parts has gone bad. Here we’ll show you how to replace all the key parts. Continue reading →
Glossary of Real Estate Terms A - D
by 411 on Mar 1, 2022
Anyone planning to buy or sell real estate can benefit by using this free real estate glossary of common terms. While this information provided is considered accurate within real estate definitions, vocabulary cannot be 100% accurate in all jurisdictions or under the terms of your needs. Continue reading →
Who Pays for What in Real Estate?
by Guest Post on May 15, 2012
One very common question of real estate transactions is...Who pays for what? Below is a list to give you an idea of some of the common expectations, but this list will vary from region to region. Also, if it is a buyers or sellers market could possibly change the common fee responsibility. Continue reading →
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