Where Can You Recharge Old Fire Extinguishers?
If you have an old fire extinguisher that needs to be recharged, there are safe and proper ways to handle it. Fire extinguishers are important safety tools, but they must be serviced correctly to work when needed. Not all places can recharge them, and some common assumptions can lead to confusion. One of the largest […]
When A Tree Falls On The Power Lines, Who Is Responsible For What?!?
When a tree falls on power lines, it can cause scary scenes, outages, and confusion about who is responsible. The answer depends on where the tree came from, who owns the land, and what was damaged. Knowing the basics can help homeowners stay calm and take the right steps. First, the electric utility company is […]
Damp Attic Walls
Attic walls sometimes get damp, and it can worry homeowners because moisture can lead to mold, rot, and other concerns. The good news is that this problem is common and usually fixable once you understand why it happens. One main reason attic walls get damp is condensation. Warm air inside your home naturally rises. When […]
How To Fix A Peeling Bathroom Ceiling
A peeling bathroom ceiling is a common problem, and it usually happens because of moisture and steam. Bathrooms create a lot of humidity, and if the ceiling was not painted or sealed correctly, the paint can lose its grip and start to peel. The good news is that this is something most homeowners can fix […]
How Soon Can You Shower After The Bathroom Is Painted?
One of the more commonly asked questions we receive when painting the interior of someone’s home is how long after a bathroom is painted that people can safely take a shower. The short answer is that it depends on the type of paint used, the airflow in the bathroom, and how humid the space becomes […]
Something Sneaky About Composite Material
Although certainly the material of choice (whenever possible) for exterior trim replacement and updating, there is something to realize when replacing rotted wood trim with composite material. Composite shrinks. This is something you may not realize when first electing to update things and convert to composite trim while aiming to guard against future rot. From […]
The Christmas Tree Nook
One of my favorite features of homes we work on – particularly older ones – is the seemingly random ‘bump-out’ that many of them have which serves as the PERFECT place to position one’s Christmas Tree. How did this come about being a common practice and was it originally meant for this purpose? Many homes […]
What Causes The Board Behind A Gutter To Rot Out?
When the board behind a gutter begins to rot, it is usually a sign that water has been getting into places it should not. This board – often called a fascia board – sits right behind the gutter and helps support it. Because these are often made of wood, they can break down quickly when […]
Why It Is Important To Make Sure Your Exterior Light Blocks Are Properly Flashed
“Silicone” is NOT the answer. When installing exterior light fixtures on your home, there are some folks – even some professional electricians – who believe that simply running a bead of exterior-grade silicone around the light block that the fixture itself is mounted to is proper enough to guard against moisture, various types of weather, […]
Are Your Bluestone Caps Popping?
Bluestone stair tread caps can be beautiful and durable, but many homeowners are surprised when they begin to “pop,” loosen, or shift out of place. When this happens, it usually means something has gone wrong beneath the stone that needs attention before the problem becomes worse. Many homeowners have no idea that this is even […]
