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10 Ways to Keep a Project on Budget (Part 1)
10 ways to keep a project on budget. Based on many years of building and remodeling homes, and dealing with sub- contractors and suppliers, here are 10 ways to...
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10 Ways to Keep a Project on Budget (Part 2)
10 Ways to Keep a Project on Budget (Part 2) 6. Specifications Sheet or “Specs” When someone asks me, “How much does it cost to build a house?” I compare that to someone asking, “How much does a car...
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How To Clean Chrome Faucets
Want Shiny and New Looking Bathroom Faucets and Fixtures? Here is How to Clean Chrome Faucets . Do you hate seeing water spots reappear immediately following a deep cleaning session in your house?...
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Concrete Driveway Maintenance tip: Driveway Sealant
Driveway Sealant: Preventative Maintenance If you have a new concrete driveway that you want to last for a long time, (assuming it was done right to begin with) get both the joints, and the surface...
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House Framer : Framing Bid Tips
Professional Advice for your House Framer Avoid getting nickeled and dimed throughout the building process by detailing in writing what is included in the bid. Verify these things are included in your...
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Cleaning Tip: Vacuum Extension Hose
Reach just about anywhere with Vacuum Extension Hose Here is a quick tip that you will appreciate if you really like to clean. Use vinyl tube as a vacuum extension hose ! This will allow you to clean...
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10 things you should do before listing your house for sale
I work closely with Realtors every day to make sure the houses I renovate are ready to sell quickly for top dollar. Here are 10 things you should do before listing your house for sale. These things...
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Professional Tip: House with lath and plaster repair
Are you currently renovating an old home? Have you ever been frustrated to patch holes in lath and plaster repair? If so this post is for you! Cutting holes in lath and plaster can be frustrating....
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Professional Tip: How to level a floor
How to level a floor like a Pro. When leveling a floor in preparation for a new tile, hardwood, or laminate, or vinyl floor, using the right product is as important as knowing how to do it right!...
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How to get green grass
Pro Tip-How to get Green Grass A friend of mine, who also happens to be a professional landscaper, always has the greenest most lush grass. I had to ask him what his secret was. What did he do...
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Improving Curb Appeal in your House
Here are some simple ideas for improving curb appeal for any home. Sometimes it is the small subtle details that work together and make a big difference. Look at these before and after pictures on the...
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Installing dishwasher under granite counter
Installing dishwasher under granite counter easy steps ! If you are having new granite counter tops installed, you may end up wondering how to secure the dishwasher to the underside of the granite....
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Before and after Garage Makeover
Before and after garage makeover This little garage was in such bad shape, I thought it was going to have to go. I focused on getting the house renovated and then turned...
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How to prevent weeds from growing in your Yard
2 easy ways to prevent weeds from growing Early spring is the time to get out in the yard and pull the weeds. The weeds are still small and easy to pull out of the moist soil. Here are some ways on...
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brick and mortar repair
Doing brick and mortar repair can be time consuming, messy and difficult. If the color is off, or if mortar is smeared on the brick, the brick and mortar repair will draw even more negative attention...
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foundation plaster repair
This post is not going to focus on how to do a foundation plaster repair, but give you a couple quick tips, as well as show you how much curb appeal it can add to a house. Especially when the...
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How To Carpentry Trick
Have you ever been frustrated with small trim pieces that break apart when you shoot a nail into them? If you do not have a pin nailer, then this is a trick of the trade that I often utilize myself...
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Owner / Builder Tip – Sound Proof Main Waste Lines
Owner / Builder Tip – Sound Proof Main Waste Lines Have you ever lived in a home with a noisy waste (drain) line? If you have you know that distinct sound of waste water rushing down in inside of...
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Evolution of the “Crapper”
Ever wondered why toilets are sometimes called “crappers”? From humble beginnings to high tech. Here are two extremes we all can appreciate! The original crapper Just an ordinary last name, until...
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HVAC Return Air Grills
If you are building or remodeling your house, I recommend raising the return air vents up off the floor for a cleaner look. The wall mounted air grills not only sit flatter to the wall, but they also...
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