Repairing Asphalt Cracks
Tired of seeing cracks or holes in your asphalt driveway that negatively impact the "curb-appeal" of your home? There is a simple, yet messy, solution that won't cost you much. By putting in a few hours of time on a weekend, you can again [... more]
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Repairing Concrete Cracks
While concrete driveways look nice when they are new, over time the concrete can chip, crack and crumble. Cracks and potholes form due to the freezing and thawing of water that has seeped under the driveway through smaller cracks, weed or grass ... [... more]
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Repairing & Maintaining Gutters
There are four basic types of gutters available - aluminum, galvanized steel, vinyl and sometimes you will find wood gutters. Galvanized steel gutters, although the least expensive, also require the most attention and maintenance. Both aluminum ... [... more]
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Patching Dead Grass
Maintaining a beautiful lawn can be a lot of work. Lack of water, too much water, too much thatch, insects, over fertilization and an over abundance of weeds can all play factors in the demise of all or part of your lawn. Due to these varying ... [... more]
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Replacing Asphalt Shingles
Your home's roof is the first line of defense in keeping the elements out. A common problem among both new and old roofs alike is damaged shingles. Wind, falling tree limbs, or just normal wear and tear can damage shingles. It is critical to ... [... more]
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Replacing Glass
So the neighbor kids had another baseball game in the street. The big kid from across the street hit a homerun - right into your living room. After you tell on him, it's time to get that pane of glass replaced. Single panes of glass are easily ... [... more]
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Replacing a Receptacle
There are many reasons to replace a receptacle. For example, your current receptacle may not match the décor in your room or the color of your walls. Maybe it is old and unreliable. Either way, it is a relatively quick, inexpensive and simple ... [... more]
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Taping Drywall
Taping drywall is almost an art form. It takes practice and a lot of patience. A good taper can hide any mistakes that were made in hanging the drywall. To finish drywall, you must tack into place corner bead to all corners. Then, apply joint ... [... more]
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Hanging Ceiling Drywall
Hanging drywall does not require a lot of technical skill. In fact, a good tape job can hide a lot of hanging mistakes. After hanging a couple of boards, you'll be able to quicken the pace. When hanging drywall on the ceiling, a second person ... [... more]
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Hanging Drywall
Hanging drywall is does not require a lot of technical skill. In fact, a good tape-job can hide a lot of hanging mistakes, but you should still take care and take your time. After hanging a couple boards, you'll be able to quicken the pace. A ... [... more]
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Repairing a Spindle Back Chair
Wooden spindle back chairs are prone to taking a lot of abuse. People tend to shift around in their seats, slide the chair back and forth and even lean back on the hind legs of a chair. Over time, normal use can strain the joints and component ... [... more]
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