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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 ...

How to Hire the Right Demolition Crew

Billy Gafford | November 13, 2009

Demolition is a serious job and can be risky, costly and environmentally unfriendly if done improperly. So before you go out and hire the wrong ...

Upgrade Your Home By Waterproofing Your Basement

Charles Pellaton | October 15, 2009

Waterproofing boosts the value of your home, so you also want to take advantage of this process if you’re selling your home.

Emergency Cleaning Services and Insurance Companies

Enrique Ramirez | October 14, 2009

A good emergency cleaning service can work with a homeowner’s insurance company to get his claim processed in an impressively timely fashion.

Myths About Mold

Enrique Ramirez | October 13, 2009

In order to educate homeowners about this pesky and potentially harmful problem, Enrique shares – and dispels – some of the most widespread myths about ...

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.

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.

Basement Humidity: Causes and Solutions

Howard Shachter | September 3, 2009

Look for condensation in the windows or perhaps there is a funny smell in the air from mold spores.