Tips on Bonding
These are mixed just prior to using and can be used two to four hours after mixing, but must be used at temperatures over 70 degrees F. Both the resin (powdered resorcinol) and the powdered formaldehyde that you mix with water are brown and will ... [... more]
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Chimney Maintenance Keeps Your Family Safe
The following article offers chimney safety tips to help protect your home and your family this winter. If you own a fireplace, it's important to get your chimney cleaned at least once a year. Proper fireplace and chimney maintenance will prevent ... [... more]
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Industry Standard for Chimney and Venting System Inspections
Industry Standard for Chimney and Venting System Inspections The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) reports that a new industry standard for chimney and venting inspections has been adopted to help homeowners better understand the level ... [... more]
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Roofing - Gutters
A tile roof will last longer and have less maintenance. You have several options with a flat roof, and depending on the company that installs it and the climate you are in, it can last for years, or be a perpetual headache. Single ply membranes ... [... more]
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Roofing 1 - Introduction
An introduction to building a roof, including an overview, safety procedures, and useful terms. These pages detail the building of a roof. Just think of building a roof as being made up of many, small, easily accomplished steps. Learn how to ... [... more]
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Roofing 2 - Tools and Materials
A checklist of tools and materials you'll need for your roofing project. Tape Measures: 33'' and 16 to 20'' Carpenter's Framing Square Carpenter's Pencils and/or Felt Tipped Pen Air Compressor w/ Nail Gun and Staple Gun Pre-fabricated Roof ... [... more]
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Roofing 3 - Ordering Trusses
Instructions for obtaining the proper roof trusses when building a roof. Roof framing ranges from the simplicity of prefabricated roof trusses to the complexity of cutting and assembling a complex roof design from scratch. This article will cover ... [... more]
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How to Repair or Replace Damaged Wood Shingles
How to replace a cracked or split wood roof shingle safely and properly. Wood shingles are among the best protection a homeowner can provide to the roof over his or her head, and properly installed wood shingles can provide a full three layers of ... [... more]
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Locate Roof Leaks
If you find you have a leaky roof, here are some places to begin looking for the source of the leak and some tips for fixing the problem. A leaky roof is one of the most common challenges faced by homeowners. When the roof leaks, a variety of ... [... more]
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Repair Leaks in Your Roof
Learn how to make repairs to your leaking roof, repair shingles, and apply new flashing. All roof leaks are caused by a flaw in the progression of water flow. Roofing systems are designed so that the water starts at the highest possible point and ... [... more]
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DIY Guide to Roof Maintenance
The next time you step outside, take a good look at the roof over your home. Are there trees touching it? Do you see loose or damaged shingles? Are some of them covered with black streaks? Most asphalt roof systems are designed to provide useful ... [... more]
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Don't Get Wet: Get Control of Your Leaky Roof
Learn how to take control over your leaky roof and prevent any further damage from occuring. This article will help you locate and stop the annoying leak in your roof. There are few home repairs in more need of an immediate fix than a leaky roof. ... [... more]
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