Caulking a Tub or Shower: Proper Removal of Old Caulking and a Few Tricks of the Trade Create Beautiful Results
I need to re-caulk my tub and shower. What is the best way to remove and replace the caulking around sliding shower doors …
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Removing Paint from Brick: Best Ways to Remove Paint from a Porous Surface Like Brick
I just bought a house built in 1921 and there are few things I want to change including painted brick. The previous owners …
Laminate Flooring for the Kitchen: Advice on Flooring Choices when Selling Your Home
We are about to begin remodeling our kitchen and need some advice on flooring. Right now we have 8 x 8 ceramic tile, but it is …
Fixing a Leaky Boiler: Hire a Pro to Make Repairs and Do Annual Boiler Checkup
I went to put on the hot water boiler heat for the first time and got no heat from my gas-powered boiler (I have water baseboard …
Electric Dryer vs. Gas Dryer: Which is Cheaper?
We are remodeling our kitchen, pantry and laundry room and wondering which is cheaper a gas dryer or an electric dryer? Does …
Pressure Balanced Shower Valve Solution: Avoid hot or cold water shower shocks and stay safe and comfortable10
When I am showering, sometimes my husband flushes the toilet or runs water elsewhere, and the temperature of the water …
Garage Floor – How to Get a Glossy Finish: Combination of BEHR products will produce desired look
I recently applied BEHR Premium 2-Part Epoxy Garage Floor Coating in my garage, which looks terrific, but I would prefer a …
Exterior Insulated Foam Siding: The facts about EIFS
A friend is trying to interest my husband in a new process of building homes out of foam boards coated with thin layers of …
Roof Shingle Replacement: One Layer or Two? How to Decide1K+
I am going to replace my roof. I have one layer of shingles down and was going to re-shingle on top of them. Someone told me …
Home Warranty Claims: How to Handle Breakdowns Under Warranty
I bought my first house a little over two months ago. During the home inspection the heat pump was old but operational, and we …
Popcorn Ceilings: Tips on removing your old popcorn or textured ceiling treatment
Is there an easy, efficient way to remove or even clean my unsightly popcorn textured ceiling treatment? It’s beginning to …
Removing Paneling: What to Do when Your Walls Are Ready for a New Look670
I want to remove the paneling in a couple of rooms. Having removed a piece of paneling, I find several coats of paint peeling …
Kitchen Remodeling Contractor – How to Choose: Work with Qualified Specialists to Create the Kitchen of Your Dreams
We're planning a kitchen remodel this fall and have been having a hard time locating a contractor we are totally …
Is Osb Safe for Home Construction?: Structural and Health Issues of Engineered Wood Material293
What are the safety pros and cons of a home built with particle board, specifically OSB (oriented strand board)? My parents are …
Green Mold in Basement
Green mold is growing in my basement. It is growng on furniture, boxes, plastic tubs, etc. I am afraid to even check all my …
Mold in Attic Can Cause Roof Rot: Proper Ventilation is Key to Prevention
While getting a home inspection done for a potential purchase, the inspector pointed out what appeared to be a light blue-gray …
New Floor on Top of Tile: Options for Changing the Look when Tile is Tired
About four years ago I completely remodeled the bathroom and picked a floor tile that I am not happy with. Why? Because it has a …
Synthetic Slate or Shake Roof Shingles: New Generation of Roofing Material Looks Like the Real Thing
I’m shopping for a new roof and learning that there are a lot more choices for shingles these days. I’ve decided …
Attic Inspection a Good Idea?: Including an attic check in a thorough home inspection
I do home inspections in Alaska and have had several people (mostly contractors) tell me that it is an absolute no-no to open …
Cfls and Dimmers: is the Quality of Dimmers and Cfls As Good As Incandescent Bulbs?
I would like to change over the lighting in my home from incandescent to the newer energy efficient compact fluorescent light …
Garage Floor Epoxy Paint Kits: Use an Epoxy Floor Coating Kit to Refinish Your Garage Floor
I am considering installing a new floor over the concrete floors in my garage and breezeway. I’m thinking about …
Toilet for Small Bath: Corner Toilet Can Free-up Needed Space
We are in the process of converting an existing half-bath to a full size bathroom within an in-law-apartment. We are limited on …
Attic Ventilation Solution: Use Soffit and Ridge Vents in Your Attic for Effective Ventilation
I’ve heard you say many times that using an attic fan sucks cooled air right out of the house and that it’s better …
Basement Waterproofing Rip-offs: Beware of Waterproofing Contractors and Their Expensive Solutions738
My question is about basement waterproofers. I have a problem with my basement flooding, and a waterproofing company charged me …