Glenda Taylor

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Glenda Taylor is a freelance writer for the residential remodeling, homebuilding, and commercial roofing industries.

She and her husband have been general contractors for over 20 years, and Ms. Taylor has written for leading media outlets, including the Houston Chronicle, SFGate, and the eHow Now Live Handyman Channel (a division of eHow.com) as well as National Association of Homebuilders. In addition to her construction experience, Ms. Taylor is a Master Gardener, a former real estate professional, a universal design enthusiast, and an advocate for green building practices. The recipient of Journalism and Marketing degrees from the University of Kansas and Bauder College respectively, she enjoys life on a farm in the Midwest with her husband and their "children"—five Saint Bernards! Connect with Glenda Taylor on LinkedIn.

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AUGUST 16, 2016 | TUESDAY
9 Energy-Saving Home Upgrades That Pay for Themselves

You want to save money on utility costs and do your part to conserve energy, but some energy upgrades are so expensive that you may never see a payback in this lifetime. Don't worry, ther...

AUGUST 10, 2016 | WEDNESDAY
All You Need to Know About Slate Floors

Natural texture, super strength, stain resistance, and blend of vibrant hues are all reasons that slate tile—the thin, uniform-cut sheets of metamorphic rock—ranks high on the wish list o...

JULY 30, 2016 | SATURDAY
10 Types of Fencing Materials All Homeowners Should Know

From the zigzag post-and-rail of the Colonial era to the elaborate molded vinyl styles of today, fences are homeowners' preferred means of ensuring privacy and deterring unwanted visitors...

JULY 27, 2016 | WEDNESDAY
12 Things Your Plumber Wishes You Knew

Why does it seem like the times you really need a plumber are late at night, early in the morning, or on weekends, when fees can cost twice as much as normal. Chances are your plumber doe...

JULY 20, 2016 | WEDNESDAY
How To: Remove a Bathtub

Maybe you dream of upgrading to a modern jetted model, or simply want to switch to a stall shower to gain square footage—whatever your reason, that old bathtub has got to go. While a cast...

JULY 16, 2016 | SATURDAY
How To: Make Your Own Ant Trap

If you see an ant or two, chances are you’ll see more—many more—especially if there's something tasty lying around nearby. While more than 12,000 species of ants exist, only a few types a...

JULY 15, 2016 | FRIDAY
How to Make Weed Killer: 6 Methods That are Both Natural and Effective

You work hard on your garden, so the last thing you want is gnarly weeds littering your lawn or popping up smack dab in the middle of your prized petunias. Weeds can even sneak into your ...

JUNE 17, 2016 | FRIDAY
The Dos and Don’ts of Pressure-Washing

It’s tough to get excited about outdoor cleaning projects when you’d rather be at the lake or on the golf course. Fortunately, the right time-saving tools can help you squeeze both your a...

JUNE 3, 2016 | FRIDAY
The Secret to Sanding Almost Anything—Without All the Dust

This post has been brought to you by Hyde Tools. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. If you’ve ever finished drywall, you know that the sanding process releases lots of dust...

MAY 26, 2016 | THURSDAY
So, You Want to... Build a Carport

Need a place to park that fancy new speedboat? A carport may be just the ticket! While it’s not quite a garage, a carport does a decent job of protecting cars, recreational vehicles, or a...