How to DIY & Install a Gutter Guard with Dremel
The Dremel Rotary Tool is one of the most popular tools for DIY'ers. From woodworking to jewelry making, to even simple repairs and customizations,...
Gutter Maintenance, Cleaning and Repairing
We have received a lot of emails lately about people having problems with their gutters and other problems that are associated with gutters, so...
Water Leaks From Faulty Chimney Flashing.
We have heard quite a bit about water leaking in through roofs right around where the chimneys are in many homes. Because of all...
How To Chose The Right Adhesive
Some woodworkers don't spend much time thinking about adhesives until they don't work. But finding out a little bit more about different types of adhesives makes sense for...
How To Shop For Power Drills For New Users
When looking at any new power tools, whether it be a power drill or anything else, the first question you should ask yourself is...
Controlling Furnace Airflow For Better Heating And Cooling
There are basic tips you should be aware of when heating or cooling your home to get great comfort. In addition, when that heating...
Preventing Ice Dams That Cause Indoor Leaks
Now that we are in the heart of winter in a good portion of the world, we thought it would be a good time...
When To Replace Aging Roof Shingles
How are you supposed to know when it is time to replace aging roof shingles? The first thing to realize is replacing shingles depends...
Installing a Gas Hot Water Heater
Installing a hot water heater is very easy to do. In fact, there are only two tough items in the whole process. First, finding...
Water Softner – How to install
Not every home or business needs a water softener. The main determinate is to test your water. You can buy a very inexpensive kit...
Household Emergencies – What to do
There are many household emergencies that take place all the time in homes throughout the world. Knowing what to do can save us money,...
Reverse Osmosis – RO Systems
Installing a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system is rather easy. But wait, what is a RO system and why would I want one in...
How to Solder Copper Pipes
When most people hear that they have to solder a pipe, they tend to get a little scared. Well, this is quite natural,...
Kitchen – Tips and Tricks
Everybody likes a nice kitchen! Not only do we want it to look nice and clean, but we want it to be as efficient...
Thermostats – What You Need to Know
Each year millions of people throw away money trying to heat or cool their homes. There are a lot of great ideas and articles about...
Ladders – Safety and More
We stopped by our friend Jim's jobsite the other day. Jim, or Jimmy as we call him works for a very large construction firm...