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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NOVEMBER 11, 2016 | FRIDAY
Solved! Here's How Long Paint Actually Lasts

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NOVEMBER 10, 2016 | THURSDAY
Step Inside 12 Hotels That Take You Back in Time

Across the world, countless historic structures have been converted into hotels whose old-world architecture and antique decor transport guests back to another era. Join us on a virtual v...

NOVEMBER 8, 2016 | TUESDAY
Are Gutters Actually Necessary?

This post has been brought to you by LeafGuard. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Those new to homeownership and home maintenance may question whether gutters are an absol...

OCTOBER 27, 2016 | THURSDAY
All You Need to Know About Roof Inspections

Your home’s roof is its first line of defense against storms and extreme weather, be it a foot or more of snow dropping from the sky overnight or high winds that tear through the town. Wh...

OCTOBER 26, 2016 | WEDNESDAY
6 Ways to Make Your Home (Almost) Maintenance-Free

We used to frequent brick-and-mortar shops and keep hard copies of every document; today, we buy our groceries online, stream our favorite videos, and store everything from personal photo...

OCTOBER 26, 2016 | WEDNESDAY
All You Need to Know About Plywood Floors

Once reserved for subfloors and sheathing, construction-grade plywood is now making a splash as affordable residential finish flooring. There are two basic ways to go: Remove the existing...

OCTOBER 25, 2016 | TUESDAY
12 Things Never to Put in Your Dishwasher

The dishwasher is truly a miracle worker in the kitchen. Instead of having to wash plates, pots, and cutlery by hand, homeowners can give them a thorough cleaning in their trusty machine,...

OCTOBER 17, 2016 | MONDAY
Solved! What to Do About Cloudy Water

Q. When I fill a glass of water from my faucet, it looks cloudy. What's with all the the murkiness?  More importantly, is it safe to drink?A. Your tap water is probably fine to drink, esp...

OCTOBER 14, 2016 | FRIDAY
3 Fixes for a Stuck Key

It’s been one of those days. You caught every red light on your way home from work, your laundry wasn’t ready at the dry cleaners, and now—when you finally get home and are dying to sink ...

OCTOBER 1, 2016 | SATURDAY
The Dos and Don'ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

Most homeowners never think about maintaining their sinks—at least, not until it starts to drain agonizingly slow and the basin fills with dirty standing water. Unfortunately, kitchen and...