2015

  • How To Remove Grease Stains From Concrete Flooring

    Concrete flooring is an alternative type of flooring that is quickly becoming more popular for residential and commercial spaces. It carries with it a number of distinctive benefits, including durability, longevity, and low maintenance cleaning, and can be stained in a number of different shades and patterns. However, concrete flooring can be easily stained by grease and oil, which can leave unsightly blemishes on your floor if left untreated. Thankfully, there is a fairly simple method that you can use to remove stains from concrete flooring before it sets.
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  • Three Things That Can Be Done To Improve Your Home With New Vinyl Siding

    If you want to improve the appearance of your home, renovations to the exterior can include new siding. Vinyl siding is a popular choice for siding because it is low-maintenance, durable and available in many styles. There are also additional improvements that can be done to your siding installation, such as adding a house wrap to your home. Here are some of the improvements that can be done at the same time that you have vinyl siding installed on your home:
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  • Does Your Shingle Roof Have A Leak? Find And Repair It On Your Own

    Roof leaks can happen well before your roof needs replacement, which is why it is so important to fix the problem immediately. Leaving the leak as is can cause damage to be localized in the area, creating a costly repair when you go to fix it later. Follow these tips for finding and repairing roof leaks on your roof. Find The Leak Many homeowners think that leaks are easy to find, because they envision water literally dripping from a spot in their attic to help pinpoint the problem.
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  • Three Tips For Quality Home Maintenance

    If you want to be sure that your home remains in great condition, you will need to keep some tips in mind that will let you make your home as durable and efficient as possible through diligent maintenance. There are some general contractor-approved tips that you will be able to take advantage of, so that your home's most important components are taken care of. Follow the advice below so that you are able to keep your home in excellent condition.
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  • Fall Seasonal Rental Maintenance Checklist

    If you own rental properties, you need to make sure that you or your property maintenance company stays on top of all seasonal maintenance issues. Here are a few maintenance issues you need to address at all of your rental properties this fall: Clean All Gutters Before the fall wraps up, you need to have all of your gutters cleaned. Gutters tend to get clogged up in the fall with leaves and other debris.
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  • Four Essential Upgrades To Do When You Start A Home Renovation Project

    If you are ready to bring your home up to date, you may be considering things like remodeling a kitchen or bathroom and adding space to your home. These are great investments to make your home more modern, but there are other things that you do not want to leave out. You may want to consider wiring for automation and adding energy efficient lighting. Here are some of the essential upgrades that you should consider when doing renovation projects:
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  • 3 Tips When Shopping For A New Faucet

    Household faucets get a lot of use--that's why, sooner or later, they end up needing to be replaced. When that time comes, many people find themselves intimidated by the vast array of options available today. If you are considering upgrading a faucet in your home, read on. This article will present three things to take into consideration before making your purchase. Consider the reach When shopping for a new faucet, many people become so caught up by the aesthetics of various models that they fail to consider the more practical aspects at play.
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  • Four Durable Siding Solutions That Are Ideal For Dry Climates

    There are many options for siding on your home. If you live in a dry climate, you may want to consider materials like fiber cement, metal or fire-rated composite materials. These siding options can help to protect your home from dangers like wildfire. Here are some of the options you have for a fire resistant siding on your home. 1. Fiber Cement Siding For The Look Of Wood Siding  
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  • How To Patch And Paint Stucco

    Over the years, the stucco on the exterior of your home can fade and get damaged. If you need to patch holes in your stucco, you can learn to do it on your own with the right materials and practice. This article will explain how to patch stucco walls and repaint them so they look like new. Patching with Premixed Stucco Stucco patch can be bought as a powder or premixed.
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