Hire A Contractor Or Act As One Yourself?
The choice between hiring a contractor or overseeing work yourself is discussed in this post. Various pros and cons are discussed, and advice is given for homeowners.
Ask the Contractor
How to Install a Laminate Floor that Will Look Great in Your Bathroom
This post is about putting in a laminate floor in the bathroom. It has a practical step-by-step guide on how to install laminate flooring to enhance the look of a bathroom.
How To Do “Knock Down” Texture On Walls
This post describes how to apply a knock-down texture to your walls. It also discusses how installers are experimenting with new styles of knock-down.
How To Repair Scratches And Gouges In Wood Elements At Home
This post tells you how to repair small scratches in wooden furniture. It also explains how to mend deeper gouges so nobody will notice the damage.
How To Get A Rust Stain Out Of Concrete?
The post describes how to get rid of bad looking rust stains from concrete surfaces. There are to methods describe, one uses acid, the other instructs how the surface of the concreate may be altered physically.
How To Replace An Elbow Connector Of PVC Pipe?
The post tells how to replace PVC elbow connectors. Detailed instructions are given.
How To Level An Uneven Concrete Floor
This post discusses how to deal with uneven cement surfaces. Two different methods are explained.
How To Patch A Concrete Slab Floor?
Cracks in concrete floors are more common then people think but there are ways to fix those cracks. This post describes how to fix cracks in floors where the appearance is not important as well as in floors where appearance matters.
How To Fix A Hole In A Wooden Door?
Accidentally damaging a wooden door is a mistake easily made. This post will explain the best method to fix the door.
How To Repair Cracks In Walls Or Ceilings?
A method to fix both small and larger cracks in a wall of your home is described in this post. A solution is also given to fix cracks in older ceilings with texture.
What Defines A Breach Of Contract in Home Improvement Projects?
This blog is about possible violations in home improvement contracts. It cites specific shortcomings on the part of the contractor that a homeowner should be aware of.
How To Cut Metal Tiles Evenly By Hand
This ask the contractor post looks at the problem of cutting metal tiles evenly. The expert explains several methods that work for different thicknesses of tiles.
4 Tips to Avoid Home Warranty Woes
This post is about Home Warranty. It contains four tips to ensure a problem-free home warranty service contract.
Home Warranty Policies—What’s Covered?
This post describes the parts of your home that should be covered in a basic home warranty and what parts should be covered in an enhanced warranty. A list of optional items is also described.
Things to Check Or Inspect Before Buying a Home
Advice all homebuyers should read before making their big purchase is offered in this post. Six major tips of things to check or inspect in your potential future home will help you make the best decision.
I Want an Addition—Where Do I Start?!
To avoid too much stress you’ll want to do some planning before making any additions to your home. It lists out several steps to consider before deciding on a contractor.
The Right Way to Hang Dry Wall
The proper way to hang dry wall and what you should pay special attention to are described in this post. They recommend hiring a contractor for the job if you are not confident in your abilities as it can be frustrating.
Think Sink! Undermount vs. Drop-In
Pros and cons of using a drop in or an undermount sink are discussed.
How To Change Up Your Floorplan!
A general instruction is given for those who have decided to move walls and change up the floor plan of their house.
How To Do A Proper Paint Job
The correct steps to properly painting a room are discussed.