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Dirty cars are without a doubt unsightly and the key to a successful car washing is working from top to bottom and one side at a time. Confused? Here are a few easy steps to get your car looking...
A favorite pastime in the cold wintry months can be watching colorful birds gathering outside your window at a bird feeder. The steps that follow show you how you can make a simple homemade bird...
To clean gutters without a ladder may sound strange, but there are people who do it every year. There are a few different ways it can be done. So, you're thinking great no more scary trips up and...
Gingerbread is synonymous with holidays. Learning how to make a gingerbread house is actually much easier than it appears as long as you have the right tools and a good lesson plan. Follow these...
An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms along the lower edge of a roof and blocks melting water (snow) from running off the roof. Over time, the dam of ice builds up as more and more water freezes...
Have an old automobile license plate lying around? Here's how to build a birdhouse with a license plate roof. Not only are you creating an interesting birdhouse but you'll be recycling an old...
A bath fan in your house's bathroom is there to reduce the humidity in the bathroom. Excessive humidity is a leading cause of mold, therefore proper venting is very important. There are two main...
Hot air rises, right into your attic and stays trapped there. The heat trapped in your attic will raise the temperature in your whole house. The higher house temperature, the harder your air...
Getting your beautiful Christmas tree home can be a less-than-cheerful event. Here are a few tips to make the trip smoother.
The exterior of your house is what is seen when you go out in your yard, as you pull into your driveway, and when guests arrive. You should love the look of the exterior of the house you live in....
The process of: evaluation, deck repair and deck overlay, installation of synthetic underlayment, installation of Decra metal shingles
Treat a leaking roof as an emergency, because it can wreak havoc in your house in a very short time. Attend to any signs of a roof leak, such as water entry, stains or mold, immediately to limit...
This is a detailed guide on how to sneak out of your house late at night. I've done this many times and I HAVE GOTTEN CAUGHT. BUT I have learned from my mistakes and I have snuck out after I was...
Before of roofer scams! Unfortunately, during times of bad storms, roofer scam artists who seize the opportunity to make all the money they can quickly at your expense. This article will show you...
Without prior experience, the design and building of a pitched roof can be a real challenge. For a small project, such as a shed or a gazebo, it is possible for a novice to design and build a...
Icicles hanging along the edge of your home may look picturesque and the icicles are fun to break off the eaves but they are a sign of ice dams. Ice dams are a build up of ice formed on the roof...
Imagine sitting on your deck or patio sipping cool drinks under the shade of your own tiki hut built to your personal specifications. 1 dozen pieces of wood, palm leaves, and some long nails will...
Frozen gutters can cause problems with your roof which will lead to roof leaks. The ice damns formed by frozen gutters can lift roofing shingles and damage your roof. Roof repairs can be expensive...
Are you afraid to climb up and down a ladder to work on a roof, clean the gutters or to fix something that is high up? Once you get up the ladder, are you afraid to step down?
Winter is fast approaching in many parts of the country. That means we all need to get outside and look at our homes. Plus, if at all possible, we need to send someone on top of our home or go on...
European House Sparrows are more than just a nuisance to Native Bluebirds, they are a threat to their very lives. House Sparrows will kill Bluebirds and their babies and build a new nest right on...
I'm a California girl living in Kentucky for the last almost three years. To say that I've never experienced inclement weather before, is an understatement. The first year I was here the state was...
Here are instructions for a log cabin style plastic canvas house. Finished dimensions are 5" tall, 4.5" wide and 4" deep. Plastic canvas is a wonderful basis for a variety of...
Years ago we had no air conditioning and we still had to keep our homes cool. We learned some tricks that help to use less air conditioning while still keeping the home cool.
Storage sheds come in many different shapes and sizes. One of the methods that I use when I design anything is to understand what raw material sizes are available. Simple designs lead to simple...
With a little time and the right clothes (dress to get wet), washing your car can actually be quite relaxing--even meditative.
If you live in a community with lots of golf carts, how about dressing yours up for Christmas? Make it stand out from the crowd either on the street, on the golf course or in a Christmas parade. ...
It’s all in a day’s work for a squirrel to find a food supply and a possible new home at the same time. The usual intruder is the cute but pesky eastern gray squirrel which normally lives and...
DO it your self instructions to fixing a leaking roof.
Water runs right off of sloped roofs, but flat ones must maintain a watertight seal to prevent leaking. When you have a crack or blister in the shingles, water can get underneath and wreak all...
Nothing is worse than seeing your Christmas Gingerbread House collapse, after spending hours putting in together. I learned these tricks from a baker who made Gingerbread Houses for a living....
Wondering how your going to dig your car out the snow after the storm? Well wonder no more! Read these easy steps!
Europe has enjoyed the beauty and charm of roof gardens for centuries. Now, more and more Americans are experimenting with this concept to insulate buildings, improve air quality and reduce CO2...
There is so much to do to prepare for summer. The most important place to prepare is your patio, where you and your family will spend the next few months enjoying the sunshine, warmth, and beauty...
With a little perseverance and creativity, you can create a green roof from re-useable materials, cut down on your heating and cooling costs, improve air quality, manage rainwater runoff, and...
Have you pressure washed your shed lately? Most people have a pressure washer, and use it for sidewalks, car tires, and so on. The utility shed in your back yard could probably use a thorough...
If you have ever been on a roof working on shingles or working with some outdoor sealing equipment, likelihood is that you have gotten a handful of tar here and there. This material is nearly...
You may not need a new roof, but replacing a few bad or missing shingles to avoid water damage can save you money later on.
Cedar shingles can give your home a classic rustic look while offering long-term protection for your roof. Not only are cedar shingles good-looking, they also provide extra insulation value (in...
Gutters (or eavestroughs) aren't just a "nice to have" accessory. Gutters perform an important role in helping keep water out of your basement. Properly installed gutters will catch water coming...
Some easy and inexpensive things you can do to boost your curb appeal when selling or when you want to impress the in-laws.
Pole barns are a simple structure used on thousands of farms word wide. Material can be bought at lumber yards or found in the junk yard. They can be build inexpensively and are easily build in a...
When I talk with my clients about transforming their lives, we often end up using the analogy of moving to a new house, from an old house. You can use this idea too, to make it easier to both...
Car roof racks are designed to transport items that are too large, bulky, or cumbersome to fit into the vehicle. The roof is a perfect place for such items. However, to protect against items...
If you live in an area where you can get hail large enough to possibly cause damage to your roof, you will want to know how and when to file an insurance claim for damages. If you’re not sure...
Every fall and winter, we hide in our homes when the wind picks up and the rain falls down. To keep you and your home safe from the nasty weather, there are a few basic steps you should perform to...
As the headlines heat up, many property owners lose everything they have. But there is a lot that you can do to prevent a total loss. Taking steps ahead of time can greatly reduce your risk from...
This method of removing moss and treating the roof for it is actually pretty easy and cheap. I rate the article as moderate, because it is labor intensive and all the work is done by hand.
If your plumbing fixtures drain slowly, the problem may be a clogged vent. This happens when vents are improperly located and when birds or animals deposit debris in the vent where it exits the roof.
Remodeling a house to make money can be quite an adventure. With common sense and elbow grease, flipping a house is not as difficult as it sounds. Flipping a house can make money in the real...
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