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How to Hire a Gardener

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you just don't have the time, skill or patience to cultivate your dream garden, hire a gardener to transform your yard into an oasis. Or you can just hire someone for the basic upkeep--mowing the lawn, raking leaves and hauling away ... more »

How to Find a good contractor

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Finding a reliable contractor;getting bids and making a contract... more »

How to Contact Your Builder if You Have a Complaint.

By Gary Smith

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You have just bought your first brand new home and have identified some things that need further work. How do you go about getting those things taken care of? Clear concise communication with the builder is a must. Identify the exact nature of ... more »

How to Have a Septic System Designed and Approved

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If your building lot does not have access to public sewers, you will need to install a septic system. Septic systems must be approved by the local board of health before installation... more »

How to Hire a Driveway Paver

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A paved driveway can be yours! Paved driveways are easy to install and cause only a few days of disruption to your life. Here's how to hire a driveway paver perfect for the job... more »

How to Hire a General Contractor

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When the time comes to remodel your home don't take on a project that you can't handle. With jobs that require specific skills that you don't have hire a general contractor. Follow these easy steps to hire a general contractor... more »

How to Hire a Waterproofing Contractor

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If your basement is leaking, you may need to hire a waterproofing contractor to help protect your foundation... more »

How to Determine if You Have Hard Water

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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In the U.S. about 85 percent of the homes have hard water. What is it? If your water contains too much dissolved calcium and/or magnesium, you have hard water. But how can you tell?.. more »

How to Hire a Septic Contractor

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Installing a septic system is an expensive but essential project when building a new home in an area not served by public sewers. Here's how to find a contractor to get the job done... more »

How to Hire a Gutter Cleaning Service

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Keeping your gutters clean is easy and one of the best ways to help prevent flooding in your basement. If you don't feel like dragging out the ladder and doing it yourself, cleaning services are generally quick and reasonably priced... more »

How to Hire a Mason

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Whether you're installing a foundation for a new family room or adding a fieldstone fireplace, hiring a good mason is the key to getting the job done right... more »

How to Hire a Swimming Pool Installer

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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An in-ground swimming pool is a great addition to your backyard for summer fun and exercise. When hiring an installer, consider both the quality of the work and the style of the pool... more »

How to Hire a Wallpaper Hanger

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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After choosing your wallpaper, you've got to find the right person to hang it. Common sense and a respect for experience will serve you well... more »

How to Hire an Architect

By eHow Personal Finance Editor

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Architects go beyond strict functionality to create spaces that actually enrich the quality of life. They think holistically to create a home that truly works with the land it sits on. Chemistry is key when choosing an architect since you'll not ... more »

How to Prepare Your Home for Winter

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Some of these steps require professional help - call early, as calendars get full in the weeks leading up to winter... more »

How to Choose a Landscape Designer

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Landscape designers work with you and your family to define how to best use your garden space. They go far beyond deciding which plants work best where; they actually design a garden that is an extension of your home. Choose one that can work ... more »

How to remove gum from sidewalk, concrete, brick

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How to remove gum from sidewalk, concrete, brick.. more »

How to Use a Fire Hydrant

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Many different kinds of people need the use of fire hydrants on a daily basis. Contractors, street cleaners and emergency response teams such as firefighters use the high pressure water outlets for a number of different purposes. Despite this, a ... more »

How to Choose a Kitchen Designer

By Jack177

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Try googling kitchens designers NYC and you’ll get over 15 million listings—so many names, so little time. To find a specialist who is right for you, you’ve got to do your homework. Ask friends, relatives— there’s nothing like word-of-mouth ... more »

How to Hire a Well Driller

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If your homesite doesn't have public water service available you will need to have a well drilled. Here's how to find a well driller who will get the job done right... more »

How to Maintain a Relationship With a Contractor

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You've found a contractor to complete your dream project. How do you maintain your relationship with him/her? Remember, both you and the contractor have the right to end the relationship at any time within the boundaries of the contract. It is ... more »

How to Prepare for Hardwood Installation

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You've decided to change the look and feel of your home by having hardwood flooring installed. Once you order the hardwood and schedule the installation date, you should prepare for the installation. Being prepared helps the installation go more ... more »

How to Replace a Recoil Starter Rope

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You're all ready to mow your lawn. You go to pull on the starter rope and the old thing breaks in two and slides back into the engine. Now instead of mowing, you get to replace the rope that should have been replaced at the first sign of wear or ... more »

How to Avoid Home Improvement Nightmares

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Every day we hear stories about shady and fly-by-night companies that promise quality work, but leave the victims with nothing to show but a smaller bank account. Before you turn your project over to someone who could steal your money and trash ... more »

How to Change Your House's Windows

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If you have old, aluminum frame windows in your home, you might be feeling the winter chill more severely. Swap out your windows for more modern ones and enjoy a cozy winter. Read on to learn more... more »

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