Maintenance & Tools

What Are Dormers And When Should I Repair Them?

A dormer is a protrusion that juts out from a sloped roof, and has a mini roof of its own....

How Home Insulation Can Save You Money

Photo: Tom Raftery, Flickr.com As the days grow shorter and colder during these challenging...

Identifying A Bad Smell From The Radiator

Photo of pink vintage radiator by theogeo/Flickr. Ah, the sweet sensation of radiators...

When To Replace Your Baseboard Heater Covers

Photo credit: BaseboardHeaterCovers.com Hydronic baseboard heaters are a great way to heat...

Your Tenant Left The Unit A Mess

Photo of cleaning supplies by Pat00139/Flickr Creative Commons. In 2007 I became a homeowner....

Power Washing Vs. Using Chemicals On Your Driveway

Power washing concrete is sometimes all you need to get minor stains off a plain concrete...

What Is Dry Rot And How Can You Prevent It?

credit: 3rsconstcruction.com What is Dry Rot? Dry rot, also known as brown rot, is wood...

Handyman For Apartment Maintenance

Laws vary from state to state, but in most areas, landlords bear the responsibility for apartment...