I forgot to drain my hot water heater and low and behold buildup of sediment and dirt filled the hot water heater and now I have to replace a two year old hot water heater sooner than expected. Yikes! Where am I going to get the money so that my showers are at least warm and my dishes get clean with good hot water? This happens all the time and you may have run into this scenario and others like it when it comes to Read More
8 Things to Consider When Choosing and Fitting Door Hardware
There are a number of things you should always consider when specifying door hardware in order to be sure that the ironmongery is fitted properly and provides efficient functionality for the door. Below is some advice from architectural ironmongery and security hardware specialists, Stronghold Direct on how best to avoid any issues you may be faced with before, during, or after the fitting Read More
Top Five Home Maintenance Tips for Winter
Winter brings cold, potentially snow or heavy rains. Each of these elements can have an effect on whether your home in functioning properly. Now is a good time to get outdoor areas prepped for extreme weather conditions. And it is a great time to get indoor tasks completed while you are escaping the outdoor elements. These inside home maintenance tips for winter are easily Read More
Home Maintenance Tip: Gutter Clean Up
It is amazing how fast fall and the the crazy weather before the winter starts sending our homes in to overdrive. That’s right, overdrive. Winds, rain, and leaves and tree branches everywhere. Fall maintenance tasks are easy to get done and more importantly they get you ready for the winter months. One task that is very important to take care of in fall is to clean your gutters. You can take this task on Read More
What To Know Before You Install a Fence
Guest Blogger: Jim Wall
“Something there is that doesn’t love a wall,” wrote Robert Frost — and, at least when that wall is a new fence you’re looking to add to your property, many neighbors would agree with him. Despite the clear advantages fences offer homeowners, from enhanced privacy and greater protection to improved property value, not everybody loves a new fence. That’s why, when you’re planning to add one to your home, it’s a good idea to talk to your neighbors Read More
