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AC Insulation
If you have a room air conditioner, remove it for the winter or seal it up and insulate it. Water heater insulation jackets ... |
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Brick Distressing
Despite what we learned from the three little pigs, as they grow older, even the hardiest of brick buildings will require ... |
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Building a Doghouse
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Giving your pet a place of his own to take shelter from wind, rain and sun is a ... |
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Chimney Flashing
Have your chimney flashing (the seal between the chimney and the roof) inspected and maintained. Flashing prevents rain water ... |
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Chimney Safety
Most fires involving either masonry or prefabricated metal chimneys occur because of improper installation, use or ... |
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Dig Safe
Before you do any deep digging or drilling on your property, be sure there are no underground utilities where you plan to ... |
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Energy Saving Bulbs
Energy-saving bulbs are a great idea, especially in fixtures that tend to be left on for extended periods of time, such as ... |
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Exterior Caulking
Small openings on the exterior of your home can allow for significant energy loss. Caulk around openings for electric, gas, ... |
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Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting is one of the best places to use CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) because of their long life. If you live in ... |
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Exterior Paint Prep
Before starting an exterior paint job, make sure to sand the surface and remove peeling paint. Next wash the surface to remove ... |
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Flood Prep - Walls
Keep these points in mind when you have a waterproof veneer added to the exterior walls of your house:
a) Adding a ... |
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Home Weatherizing
Insulation and air-sealing improvements to the shell of your home will always improve your comfort, regardless of the size and ... |
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Landscaping Safety
Take a look around your home. The landscaping can be attractive but is it as safe as it can be in the event of a natural ... |
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Paint from the Top
The general ‘rule of thumb’ for painting a house is start at the top and work your way down. I suggest painting gables first, ... |
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Pressure Washing
Before you repaint your house, you need to remove all loose and peeling paint. A pressure washer makes the job go faster, and ... |
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Pressure Washing Tips
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
You can get several years’ worth of grime off your deck and your home’s exterior ... |
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Shingle Ripper
Use a shingle ripper to remove cracked or damaged shingles without having to reside the whole wall. First, determine which ... |
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Spring Painting
Spring is a good time to paint fences and the exterior of your home, especially wood surfaces. This way, they will be ... |
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Wood Filler Siding Prep
When repainting your house, here's a way to restore that smooth original finish. After you've removed all loose paint and ... |
