Home Improvement
Knowing how to solder copper pipe is an important skill for many home improvement projects. Having the proper tools makes the soldering job easy. I know you will love my weekly newsletter. The newsletter contains the best questions I get each ... [... more]
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Concrete
Concrete Installation Concrete Resurfacing Concrete resurfacing is a great way to make old concrete look like new. There are several different methods and products to choose from for concrete resurfacing projects. Concrete Installation Sand and ... [... more]
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Home Depot Stories
Home Depot sells home improvement products, and also does installed sales of many products. Some jobs go well, but other homeowners have all sorts of quality and timing issues. Home Depot Stories Home Depot and Sandy Fischler Long Beach ... [... more]
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Plumbing Supplies
Plumbing supplies are really important materials used in homes. The following partial list of plumbing supplies can be found in many houses: toilets, sinks, faucets, copper pipe, PVC pipe, water heater, disposer, etc. PEX Plumbing experts - ... [... more]
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Glue
Glue is used extensively in homes. Adhesives and glue are used with wood, granite, laminates, carpet, paint, drywall mud and many other building materials. Latest Glue Articles Glue Adhesive Remover Adhesive removers are very similar to paint ... [... more]
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Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are used to hold back soil and rocks that might otherwise slide down a hill. A retaining wall can also help create a level spot on a hillside. Retaining Walls Retaining Walls Construction Tips & Suggestions Retaining Walls Build ... [... more]
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Caulk
Caulk is important inside and outside a home. Caulk is used to stop or minimize water infiltration. Caulking is easy if you know a few secret tips. Urethane caulks are a great way to deal with cracks that need to be painted. Silicone caulks do ... [... more]
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Inspections
Inspections of work on your new or existing home are important. You can't hope the work was done right. Learn how to do proper inspections. Home inspection is a huge industry. Home inspectors look for drainage, structural, moisture and defects in ... [... more]
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Time and Material Job Bid
Summary: A bid for time and material pricing may not be in your best interest. Fixed price bids lend more cost control than payment by the hour. Before signing a time and material contract, read this. Many homeowners have been approached by ... [... more]
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Affidavits and Liens
Summary: Affidavits and liens protect homeowner and contractor. Consult a good real estate attorney concerning laws in your state before a problem ensues. Building or remodeling on a piece of real estate has legal implications. Etched deep into ... [... more]
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Checklists
AsktheBuilder.com - Home Building, Remodeling and Improvement Information Page For the best replacement window, use the best window replacements Checklist. My Window Replacement Checklist will help you buy the best ones. It is an Instant Download ... [... more]
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Payments To Contractors
Every year, I see an article in a paper about how to choose a contractor. I see the same old checklist each time. You know, the one that says to call the Better Business Bureau, ask for references, visit completed jobs, etc. Only a small ... [... more]
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