2020

3 Roofing Materials That Work Well For Sheds

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When you're having a shed re-roofed, you probably don't want to spend top-dollar on the nicest tiles or shingles that you might buy for your home. After all, a shed doesn't need to be incredibly insulated, and its roof won't have heat escaping through it in the winter, contributing to the damage. So what roofing materials do end up working well for sheds? Here are three viable options. Standard 3-Tab Shingles

7 October 2020

Three Ways To Waterproof A Habitable Basement

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If you plan to make your basement into a habitable room, you have to ensure that the room is safe and that it's a healthy environment. You shouldn't stick someone down in the basement without those basic assurances. Waterproofing the basement is important in any case, but it becomes doubly so if someone will be living there. Water leaking in can lead to mold growth and horrible odors. Waterproofing can be done in a number of ways, and combining those ways offers the best chance of keeping the basement dry.

13 July 2020

Pool Issues You Don't Want To Ignore

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You count on your pool to perform a huge job. In order to make sure your pool can continue doing its job properly, you are going to need to make sure you don't put off having things repaired that can end up going wrong with it. Read all of the information that you will find in this article in order to know what some of the things are that you are going to want to keep an eye on.

1 July 2020

Social Distancing? Here's How To Make Your Patio More Comfortable

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In 2020, the world is facing an unprecedented pandemic that has forced millions to practice social distancing and keep non-essential trips to a minimum. With the summer fast approaching and the country steadily opening back up, many are choosing to remain at home. Get the most out of your home and transform your outdoor space into something comfortable and inviting with these essential tips.  Choose Comfortable Seating Whether for work or play, your patio should be an extension of your lifestyle.

24 June 2020

A Guide To Getting Quality Masonry Work

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The masonry industry has a $30 billion market share in the United States at the moment and is showing no sign of faltering. Masonry includes all sorts of projects, from building a brick home from the ground up to installing a masonry wall or a fire pit. If you want to study brick masonry as an industry and figure out how to get professional work done whenever needed, the tips below will be useful to you.

22 June 2020

3 Foundation Issues That Should Be Addressed By Repair Companies

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Your home's foundation is one of the most important components of your home, and unfortunately, it will suffer problems from time to time. If the following complications rear their ugly head, the best thing you can do is hire a foundation repair company right away before they get any worse. Horizontal Cracks Cracks can develop on the exterior of your foundation. Smaller cracks aren't so much of an issue, but if you notice large horizontal cracks, you'll need to hire a professional repair company right away.

15 June 2020

Tips To Help You Care For Your Home Septic System

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When your home is set up on its own septic system, it is essentially a mini waste treatment facility all within your home's property. However, you need to care for your waste treatment system to keep it working its best and remaining as problem-free as possible. Here are some recommendations to help you take care of your home septic system. Understand Your Tank Capacity One of the first rules of owning a septic system is to understand how much waste your system can handle based on its size and the size of your household.

29 May 2020

The Custom Home Craftsman Style Design Guide To Create Your Dream Home In Historic Neighborhoods

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If you have found a property to build on in a historic neighborhood, the architecture may be from the 20th century. Some of these homes are craftsman-style architecture that has custom details and artisan features. The following custom home design guide will help you with the features you want for a craftsman-style in a historic neighborhood: The Curb Appearance With A Front Porch And Visible Custom Design Details The appearance of the front of a custom craftsman-style home is really important.

20 May 2020

Tips To Update And Improve Your Rain Gutters

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Rain gutters on your home are an essential part of keeping your home protected and your yard landscaping looking its best. In fact, your rain gutters are responsible for collecting and diverting rain that falls upon the entire surface of your home's roof, which can add up to quite a lot of water. And if this water is not managed properly, it can cause soil erosion to your property and lead to moisture collection in your basement.

11 May 2020

Why Has Aluminum Fencing Overtaken Iron Fencing?

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Drive down the road in a rural area, and you will see a lot of fencing. Much of that fencing will be made from black metal, which you might initially assume is wrought iron. Years ago, you would have been correct. Iron fencing was really popular then since it was durable, readily available, and stately. But today, much of that black fencing you see is actually made from aluminum! So, why has aluminum overtaken iron as the fencing metal of choice?

30 April 2020