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Chainsaw
There are many considerations when purchasing chain saws. Be sure to get a chainsaw that meets your needs - length of the chainsaws blade and the weight. Always observe chainsaw safety guidelines when operating your chain saw. read more... -
Electrical
Standby Generator
There is a big difference between portable generators and standby generators. A portable generator can be moved around and normally will operate a single appliance, maybe two. A standby generator or home generator can power an entire home. There is also a difference in the way they react to a power outage. read more... -
Energy Savings
Heating Cost
Fuel prices are headed up. Residential heating costs are expected to increase this winter. Here are some energy saving tips to assist in reducing your energy costs.
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Fireplaces
Fireplace Hearth
A plain concrete fireplace hearth can be covered with slate, tile or stone. Fireplace hearth designs need to consider the flooring adjacent to the hearth. Proper planning and your fireplace will look great.
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Building Tips
Framing House
Do you know how to frame a house? Frame a house is major project. Whether framing an interior wall or a whole house framing, these wall framing basics will make your framing project a success. read more... -
Brick
Remove Brick Mortar
Cleaning mortar off bricks is a common problem. Brick mortar can be taken off bricks using an acid. Use care when cleaning brick on your project. read more... -
Tools
Compound Miter Saw
Confused on how to cut crown molding? Should you use a compound miter saw or a sliding compound miter saw? Miter saws are wonderful tools, but a compound miter saw is not mission-critical when it comes time to cut crown molding. Discover the way
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Condensation
Window Condensation
Many homeowners experience window condensation in the winter. Condensation can form on windows, walls, ceilings, the underside of roofs, and more places. Condensation on windows comes from the water vapor inside your home. Homes that are sealed-up, so they are more energy efficient, can produce condensation on windows. read more... -
Electrical
4 Way Switch
Wiring a 4 way switch is not as complicated as it seems. The four way switch circuit requires a special 4-way switch and two 3 way switches. Each wire needs to be connected to the proper terminal screw on the light switches. read more... -
Heating Design
Home Heating
What is the best way to save energy this winter? Programmable thermostats help with energy savings by lowering the temperature while you are working or sleeping. This thermostat lowers the temperature so the furnace does not run all day while you are gone. Savings depend on the temperature set-back, type of furnace or heat pump. read more... -
New Construction
Land Clearing
Clearing land to build a new home may not be a do-it-yourself project. Land clearing can involve heavy land clearing equipment, depending on the size of the construction project. You might start with some simple hand tools, an industrial grade chainsaw and end up with a bulldozer. read more... -
New Construction
Build A Gravel Driveway
Need to build a gravel driveway? There some important tips for a gravel driveway. You have to decide on types of gravel for driveway and the slope of the driveway for a few. A build it yourself gravel driveway is possible with proper planning and some rental equipment. read more... -
New Construction
Building A House
Building a house can be a very trying time. Hundreds of details to be covered. Consider these tips to reduce your home building worries. Making the right choices on your home plans before starting the new home construction begins can reduce worry and expenses. read more...
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Fireplaces
Gas Fireplaces
Fireplaces come in a variety of styles - natural wood burning fireplaces, gas fireplaces, or the newer ventless gas fireplaces. There are advantages and disadvantages to each. You must decide if the fireplace will be strictly decorative or for home heating. If you are using the gas fireplace to heat your home, then the look for an efficient gas fireplace. Water vapor can be a potentially harmful side effect of the ventless fireplaces. read more... -
Heating Design
Gravity Furnaces
The furnace in the older house is a still working gravity furnace. Not many moving parts in this old furnace. But unlike modern gas furnaces, these coal furnaces are very inefficient. Asbestos was a common covering for the ductwork. Asbestos removal should be done by a certified removal company. The fibers in asbestos are know carcinogens. So, asbestos exposure is a very serious issue. read more... -
Interior Walls
Temporary Partition Wall
Temporary wall partitions can be added to room to create that small home office. The temporary interior wall should be held in place with fasteners to avoid the wall falling over. This is even more important if small children are present. Soundproofing is possible, to a degree, with sound-batt insulation and an exterior door.
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Air Conditioning
Central Air Conditioning
Air conditioning a home properly will allow your family to be comfortable in the entire house. Central air conditioning systems must be sized correctly. Call a professional heating and air conditioning expert to calculate the proper size air conditioning unit for your house. If you already have a central air conditioning system, he can do the air conditioning troubleshooting for you. read more... -
Brick
Brick Wall Leakage
Brick wall leakage happens frequently. Often it is invisible, but in certain situations the water makes it inside the home. Water from brick wall leaks enters through the tiny contact zone where the mortar touches each brick.
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Tools
Nail Guns
Nail guns are great labor saving tools. But be careful - a nail gun is a gun. Use safety precautions when using a nail gun. Pneumatic nail guns operate off compressed air. The cordless nail gun has a small combustion engine. Check out the pros and cons of nail guns. read more... -
Brick
Brick Steps
Building steps leading down to your patio is not a project for a rookie. Building brick steps can be done several ways. You can use the traditional brick and mortar method or use interlocking concrete bricks, that require no mortar. read more...
