Maybe you’ve been thinking about a new entry door since you bought your house or you’ve found a door you like but have no idea where to find one like it. You love your old house and the front door …
Patio Door Styles – Tips for Ordering
It’s amazing how many different names we have for building materials and features such as doors and windows. Why do we use the term “patio door” when most of us assume this refers to a sliding glass door, a far …
What steps do I need to take to baby-proof my home?
I have a 13-month-old son and am moving into a new home. What steps do I need to take to baby-proof my home? Once a baby is walking, making your home safe for the child is almost a daily chore. …
Cleaning Gutters and Downspouts
Keeping your gutters and downspouts clean and free-running is one of the best and easiest ways to prevent water and ice damage to your home. Making sure the water drains away from your home also helps ensure that you don’t …
An overlooked area of home maintenance – concrete and driveways maintenance
Concrete driveways and sidewalks are often the most overlooked area of home maintenance. Concrete is supposed to last forever, isn’t it? It’s durable and fairly indestructible, so how can it deteriorate? The truth is, concrete has to be maintained if …
Electrical Troubleshooting – Easy Home Electrical Repairs
Not long ago, a homeowner called Pro Handymen with a serious problem: the electric in half of her house was out. Her first call had been to her regular electrician , who had come out right away and after inspecting …
Removing a Popcorn Ceiling
Acoustic ceiling textures were popular in the 1970s but are commonly being removed and replaced with more modern textures and finishes. Safety should be of top priority in any home improvement project. Be aware that drywall textures , including “popcorn,” …
Installing and Painting Crown Molding
If you are consider yourself as a beginner, that should start with a nice square room; a room with a lot of angles can make the job complicated. There’s a lot to learn, but I can give you some basic …
Replacing and Restoring Tile Grout
“A crunching sound is coming out from recently installed ceramic tile in my bathroom! The grout is coming up and the tiles seem to move slightly as I walk on them. What is causing this?” Tile Installation and Grout Repair …
HELP! IKEA KITCHENS ARE NOT EASY TO INSTALL
Have you ever fallen in love with an IKEA product, only to fall victim to an assembly fail? Don’t fret, you are not alone! IKEA makes designing your dream kitchen a breeze. Take a look at their inspiration gallery, there …
REPLACE YOUR CABINETS WITH OPEN KITCHEN SHELVING
Why Open Kitchen Shelving Is In and Cabinets Are Out If you’ve been on Pinterest lately or kept up with design trends, you’ve seen the rise of open kitchen shelving. The concept of open kitchen shelving is basically to replace …
Get Inspired By These Bathroom Backsplash Tile Ideas
Looking to update your bathroom with a fresh look? Consider adding new backsplash tile. It looks great, is versatile and very durable! Backsplash such a Ceramic, glass, porcelain and stone are some of the options available for your bathroom makeover. …
Refresh Your Bathroom By Replacing Drab Shower Tile
It’s amazing what tile can do these days. It can really make or break a bathroom. If you currently have a dated and/or drab bathroom because of the tile you (or the previous home owner) chose several years ago, this …
Time To Take Care About Faucet Repair & Leaky Faucets
Drip drop, drip drop. A leaky faucet is an annoying problem that will only get worse. Fortunately this is a problem that can be inexpensive to fix. Before you get started here are a few troubleshooting tips: Know what type …
Prevent Falls With Grab Bar Installation
Getting out of the bathtub or shower can be a difficult thing for some of us. According to a recent study conducted by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, more than …