Lightning is electric finding its way home—and it will always find the shortest path. It’s the same with electricity in your home; get between the source and the ground and you could be that path. That’s why GFCI outlets make electricity safer. What are GFCI outlets? GFCI stands for ground-fault circuit interrupter. Here’s how they […]
Four siding replacement warning signs everyone should know
Siding. It protects your home against the elements. It determines your home’s appearance. It plays a pivotal role in determining your home’s value.
Could this kitchen remodeling process make your project easier?
Remodeling your kitchen means living without it for weeks. By any measure, kitchen remodeling is a major undertaking. But, it’s made easier when you follow this proven remodeling process. Starting line of Kitchen remodeling Simple as it seems, kitchen remodeling starts by imagining what you really want. You see other kitchens with different eyes during […]
Discover these simple rose garden tricks to grow more roses every season
A rose garden might seem a challenging project to most gardeners. Fact is, according to RCW Nurseries, with proper planting and care, you too can become a successful rose gardener. There is one rose gardening trick that makes the difference. A rose garden for you? Start by choosing location for your rose garden that gets […]
This simple furnace maintenance trick will help give yours a longer life
Your furnace may seem to be running smoothly and efficiently. But, it still needs annual furnace maintenance to remain efficient.
Does new technology cure the curse of sneaky leaks on flat roofs?
Flat roofs seem a great option for maximizing your usable space—both both and below the roof. But, that gain in space brings with it increased risk of sneaky leaks. New technology may have solved the problem. Unlike traditional sloped roofs, flat roofs are almost level. Truth is, a flat roof has a pitch of about […]
You won’t believe what’s hidden in this kitchen remodeling project
Dated. Crowded. Inefficient. It’s a common story for kitchens over 20 years old. Wine improves with age. Kitchens don’t. The time had come for kitchen remodeling updates for Cheri. But, the part she loves the most is practically hidden from view. Kitchen remodeling begins with a dream The first step in every kitchen remodeling project […]
Learn what you need to know before doing any tree planting
Tree planting is a gift. It adds beauty. It provides shade. It generates oxygen. It can even increase your home’s resale value. But, getting all that means getting your tree started right. Here are three things you should know before you begin tree planting: picking, planting, and providing for it.
Three room painting tips to help you get professional results
It’s amazing what a difference room painting makes. The fresh look and feel renews your home. But, how do you get a professional look? Rudy Escalante from Rudy’s Quality Painting shares three tips to help you get professional results on your next room painting project.
Parallel power is a breakthrough in standby power you have to see
A standby generator means any power outage only lasts the few seconds it takes for your generator to automatically spin up—less than a minute. But, until now, getting whole-house coverage easily meant installing a larger liquid-cooled generator which requires about five-feet of clearance all around it. That is, until now. Because, parallel power allows more […]
NiCad vs Lithium Ion: Which battery is better for cordless tools?
Steady advances in voltage and applications have made cordless tools the first choice on most projects for you and professionals. For years NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries reigned supreme. Recently, though, they’ve been displaced by newer Lithium Ion battery technology. Lithium-ion batteries are smaller in size, require less maintenance and are environmentally safer than Nickel-cadmium (NiCad) […]
Replacing your electrical panel the right way could save your life
The electrical panel is the heart of your home’s electrical system. It distributes electricity throughout the home. But, it’s often overlooked until problems arise. Signs of electrical panel problems You probably only visit your electrical panel when a breaker trips. But, flickering lights, plugs that don’t work, outages, or a panel over 20 years old […]
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