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How to Remove Your Own Wallpaper

Billy Gafford | November 17, 2009

Not everyone opts to remove old wallpaper, and the truth is you can simply paper over your old wallpaper. But papering over older wallpaper comes ...

What Not to Do During a DIY Project

Billy Gafford | November 17, 2009

Sometimes you can’t do it yourself. False handyman bravado leads a lot of people to tackle jobs they’re just not qualified for. The results can ...

Controlling Moisture in Your Crawl Space

Charles Pellaton | October 15, 2009

Most older crawl spaces are made with dirt floors. This means that not only is moisture coming in, but you have a floor that is ...

Removing Rotted Wood

Dan Mahaney | October 1, 2009

Removing rotted wood can be a complex and somewhat difficult job.

Mortar Joints: A Common Cause of Seepage

Howard Shachter | September 10, 2009

A mortar joint is the grout-sealed area between the brick, or mortar, of your house and the concrete foundation that is buried below the earth.

Ceiling Contractor: Unless You Plan on Climbing Up There Yourself…

Kyle Donley | September 10, 2009

Sometimes problems can arise right under our noses without us knowing.  Well actually, in this case the problem would arise above our heads, but you ...

How to Find the Cause of Water Seepage

Howard Shachter | September 9, 2009

A simple test can find out exactly where the seepage is coming from even if your basement is finished.

Seepage: What is Basement Water Seepage and What Causes It?

Howard Shachter | September 9, 2009

Common causes can be leaky window wells or water penetrating the foundation walls.

Top Electrical Safety Investments

Bill Lutz | September 8, 2009

If you realize that your electric box is over 30 or 40 years old, save money and hassle by having it replaced now.

Your Guide to Waterproofing

Howard Shachter | September 1, 2009

Waterproofing guru Howard Shachter, vice president of U.S. Waterproofing, gives you tips on everything related to waterproofing.