The ability to differentiate between home repairs and improvements that you can make yourself and those that will require the help of a contractor is a very important skill to have. Not only will this skill prevent you from spending more money than you need to on professional services, but it will also help you to avoid costly mistakes by attempting DIY projects that are out of your league. It is my hope that this information contained in this blog will help you to obtain this skill. More importantly, it is my hope that once you have identified a project you wish to take on, this information in this blog will help you to get the job done.
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Ideas For Turning An Airstream Into A Secondary Suite 12 December 2019
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Commercial Glass Door Problems You Might Experience 20 August 2019
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Ideas For Turning An Airstream Into A Secondary Suite
12 December 2019
If you plan to have an elderly parent live with you, it's common to have a secondary suite in your home. Sometimes known as an "in-law suite" or a "granny suite," this term describes a separate living area. Some houses have secondary suites built in, while many homeowners have additions built for this purpose. You don't necessarily have to change your residence to accommodate the arrival of an elderly family member, however.
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4 Reasons To Consider Installing An Architectural Sheet Metal Roof
6 November 2019
When it comes to installing a new roof on your home, you want to install the best possible roof that will provide you with the necessary protection. One of the strongest types of roofs you can install on your home is a metal roof. Reason #1: Easy to Take Care of One of the best reasons to install an architectural sheet metal roof is that a metal roof is really easy to take care of.
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Choosing The Best Solutions To Replace Your Asphalt Shingles With A New Metal Roof
30 September 2019
If your asphalt shingles have reached the end of their life, then you may want to consider replacement options like metal roofing. There are options like layover options, and you can install slats for ventilation and energy efficiency as well as standing seam materials or more affordable panels. The following tips will help you with choosing the best solutions to replace asphalt shingles with metal roofing materials: Installing Metal Tin Roofing Over an Existing Asphalt Shingle Roof for An Affordable Replacement Solution
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Commercial Glass Door Problems You Might Experience
20 August 2019
Glass doors are commonly used in commercial properties, and while these doors are able to give your businesses a welcoming and professional impression, they can require some basic repairs in order to keep them in working condition. For businesses that experience heavy foot traffic, these doors can suffer wear at a much higher rate, which can make it necessary to prepare for these malfunctions. Water Seeping Through The Door Water seeping through the under the doors or around the edges of the glass will often be traced to seals that are no longer able to hold the water out of the building.
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How To Make Sure Your Building Fire Extinguishers Are Easy To Access And Easy To Use
29 May 2019
Fire extinguishers are usually the first line of defense when a fire breaks out. They are small and portable enough to allow somebody to put out a relatively small fire before it spreads. In spite of their size, they have proven to be very effective and this is why having them in your building is usually a requirement in commercial settings. However, once you buy some fire extinguishers, it's important to ensure that they are accessible and easy to use when the time comes.