Door Hardware: Is Price the Bottom Line? Door hardware can be inexpensive if you wish to shop around for the best price, but is price the only consideration? Or do other factors such as quality, durability and safety come first? How To Unclogg A Drain With And Without A Snake If the water in your […]
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How To Troubleshoot a Leaky Showerhead | Ask This Old House
Basement Water Proofing Choices Basement waterproofing can be done on the interior or exterior of the basement with large differences in the labor and cost involved. The article is a quick preview of the options available and what is involved in each one. Is DIY Foam Insulation Right for You? I am not a master […]
Understanding Wire Gauges | Ask This Old House
Furnace Exhaust Motor Troubles – One Possible Fix I walk you through one trouble with a modern furnace. The temporary fix and the permanent fix. Modern furnaces vent through the side of the house. Not up the chimney any more that means they have a fan that pushes these exhaust gases out the side. Garage […]
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Downspout Overflow Causes Problems Improper spouting and discharge lines are responsible for about one half of basement water problems. The article discusses the most common problems and possible solutions. Flashing Leaks Cause Water Problems Flashing, the thin metal sheeting, that goes around chimneys, skylights, intersecting roof sections, etc. sometimes pushes up allowing water to penetrate […]
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PV Solar Panels – DIY Solar Panels or Retail Solar Panels? Cannot decide whether to make PV solar panels yourself or purchase a retail system? Read this article to see what are the main differences between these two. Shed Plans 12X16 If you are considering the advantages of doing the work yourself, you will have […]
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Overunity Magnet Motor – How To Generate 7 Kilowatts Of Free Power For Your Home What is an overunity magnet motor? Can it really deliver all the energy needs that your home needs without any fuel source? If so, how can you go about obtaining one for your own use? These three questions are answer […]
Understanding Gutter Downspouts | Ask This Old House
DIY House Building – 4 Great Tips to Super Excavate For Less Money Are you looking to excavate your land so you can start building a new mortgage free house? Excavating doesn’t have to be difficult or costly. Holiday Repairs Made Simple With Polyurethane Glue It’s that time of year again. You’re putting away the decorations, […]
Simple Guide to Irrigation Repairs | Ask This Old House
Why You Would Need a Handyman So why would you need a handyman? There are a numerous amount of reasons why you would need the services of a handyman. Bathroom Shower Tile Ideas – How to Get It Right Getting the design of your bathroom exactly right can be one of the hardest parts in […]
Simple Guide to Pollinator Plants | Ask This Old House
Desk Design Plans – Things to Consider in Building an Organized Workspace Why buy when you can easily build your own desk? And with the right desk design plans, you will not only be getting a regular desk, you can have customized to suit your preferences as well. This way, you can keep your workspace […]
Simple Guide to Outdoor Tool Maintenance | Ask This Old House
Resurfacing Concrete Steps: A Cost Effective Solution Resurfacing concrete steps brings back the luster and vibrancy they once had, and makes dilapidated ones safe again. The process is simple but must be controlled to keep people from walking on the fresh cement. The steps themselves will be unavailable for three to four days while they […]