All Entries in the "General Interest" Category
Fall Yard Maintenance
September is a great time of year to look around your yard and think about how to get it ready for next season. This includes landscaping, equipment considerations and general maintenance. To get your list started, here are five ways to prepare for fall: Clean out beds and mulch: Remove dead growth, leaves and weeds [...]
Rebuilding after a disaster? Watch for contractor scams
I recently came across this article on Yahoo News. The advice in this article holds true regardless if you are in a natural disaster or just looking for a contractor. Remember to always check references and go check out previous job sites. This one thing will scare off most bad contractors. Also make sure they [...]
Looking Into Gas-Powered and Electric Lawnmowers
When buying a lawnmower, among the first things you should bear in mind is if you want a gas-powered mower or maybe an electric mower. Whether you opt for one or the other, each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. Not only do you want to take under consideration the advantages in addition to [...]
Tips for Repairing a Large Hole in Drywall
Small holes in can be filled but a large hole requires a patch – removing the portion of damaged drywall and replacing it with a new piece.
Key to Earning Energy-Efficiency Tax Credits
Homeowners can claim up to $1,500 in expanded energy-efficiency tax credits for remodeling their principal residence to reduce energy consumption, but is only available until the end of 2010.
Cabinets: What to Know?
Want new cabinets? Not sure where to start? Below are a few steps and tips before you buy new cabinets for any kitchen or bathroom upgrade.
Concrete Installation Tips
Here are a few tips to watch out for when you decide to have concrete poured for a patio, walkway, or such. 1. Usually a 4” depth is used when pouring concrete. A frame is laid to hold the concrete until it sets. Four inches is usually used when pouring a walkway or patio at [...]
