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Deck Care

The Only Sure-Fire Way To Give Your Deck Coating ANY Shot At Longevity

If you have ever heard me preach about the best way to give your deck coating a fighting chance at lasting for any length of time, it may very well be the first time you have ever heard someone describe the methodology for this potentially ...
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Deck Care

What Is The Best Way To Prevent Rusty Nails On Deck & Porch Floors & Steps From Looking Like Rust Spots?

When going about life each day, certain things are bound to catch your eye more so than others. One such thing falling within this category in the home improvement world certainly can be the unsightly rust spots that are found bleeding through the finish on ...
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Informational

What Is The Best Way To Strip Paint?

Stripping paint can be a big job, but with the right steps and tools, it can be done effectively. Here’s a simple guide on the best way to strip paint from wood, metal, or other surfaces. Before you start, gather these supplies: – Paint stripper: ...
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Exterior

Why ‘ Hose Tests’ Do Not Work

Some things at the outset may seem to make a lot of sense, until they do not. A perfect example of this is something that I refer to as the ‘hose test’. As many folks are aware, we do a ton of work helping people ...
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Exterior

What Is The Best Material For Exterior Trim To Be Made Out Of?

We replace A LOT of trim on the exterior of people’s homes, most often due to wood that has rotted out. One of the most common questions we get asked in working through this process is: “What is the best material to replace the rotted ...
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What Is The Best Type Of Countertop For My Kitchen?

Choosing the right countertop for your kitchen is a big decision. There are many options out there, each with its own pros and cons. Let’s break it down to help you find the best one for you! First up, we have granite countertops. Granite is ...
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Window

Transom Windows

There are certain features of homes that are just as pleasant, attractive, and useful today as when they were first introduced into home construction years ago. I strongly feel that ‘Transom Windows’ fall into this category. A transom window is a window – typically rectangular ...
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Drywall

Nail Pops In Drywall

Nail pops are a common issue in drywall (sheetrock, blueboard, and the like) that many homeowners encounter. When you look at your wall and notice small bumps or protrusions, often circular or oval in shape, you might be seeing a “nail pop”. These pesky little ...
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History

What Is A ‘Historic District Commission?’

Imagine walking down a street lined with beautiful old homes, each one telling a story of the past. These historic structures are not just relics of bygone eras—they’re living pieces of history, connecting us to the people and events that shaped our communities. But preserving ...
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Window

Replacing Cracked Glass On A Vinyl Window

Certain things that we come across in life can lead to a feeling of our heart dropping into our stomach. These are usually related to a situation which we intrinsically believe that we have no control over. This could be something super serious such as ...
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