Glenda Taylor

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Name: Glenda Taylor

Title: Staff Writer, BobVila.com

Glenda Taylor is a freelance writer for the residential remodeling, home building, and home improvement industries. She started writing for BobVila.com in 2016 and covers a range of topics, including construction methods, code compliance, tool use, and the latest news in the housing and real estate industries.  

Expertise and Experience

Glenda and her husband are residential contractors. She’s written for leading media outlets including the Houston Chronicle and SFGATE. She was the manager of the former eHow Now Live Handyman Channel (a division of eHow.com), and her work has appeared on This Old House and the National Association of Home Builders

In addition to her construction experience, Glenda is a master gardener, a former real estate professional, a universal design enthusiast, and an advocate for green building practices. She also serves on her county’s Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2017 | FRIDAY
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JANUARY 26, 2017 | THURSDAY
Tour the 14 Most Expensive Airbnbs in the World

You already know you can find an apartment or get a room for the night on Airbnb, but you probably haven’t seen the coolest digs the online reservation company has to offer. Get ready to ...

JANUARY 23, 2017 | MONDAY
Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Shower Head

Q: Lately, when I take a shower, more water drips and runs out from behind the shower head faceplate than comes out the spray holes. I’ve also noticed water leaking from the shower head w...

JANUARY 20, 2017 | FRIDAY
All You Need to Know About Popcorn Ceilings

Half a century ago, popcorn ceilings were all the rage, cropping up above brightly colored walls, psychedelic patterns, and shiny furniture. Less expensive than traditional hand-troweled ...

JANUARY 18, 2017 | WEDNESDAY
All You Need to Know About Shiplap

Shiplap has been popping up everywhere lately. The rough-sawn wooden planks arranged as horizontal panels can take any wall from drab to dramatic. Homeowners love the rustic texture of sh...

JANUARY 13, 2017 | FRIDAY
All You Need to Know About Quartz Countertops

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JANUARY 10, 2017 | TUESDAY
Solved! This is How Long a Water Heater Actually Lasts

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DECEMBER 12, 2016 | MONDAY
The Dos and Don'ts of Poinsettia Care

During the holidays, nothing rivals the floral festivity of the season’s favorite plant: the always colorful poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Whether you prefer the traditional red var...

DECEMBER 12, 2016 | MONDAY
Solved! This Is What to Do When Your Garbage Disposal Stops Working

Q. After dinner, I rinsed off the dishes in the sink like I always do, and flipped the switch for the garbage disposal to grind the food scraps. The garbage disposal was not working. How ...

NOVEMBER 29, 2016 | TUESDAY
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America’s streets are paved with remarkable history. Some of the nation’s earliest historical routes; ones that once wound through quiet boroughs and townships, are today's prominent aven...