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5 Exterior Repairs to Tackle Before Spring Showers Begin

5 Exterior Repairs to Tackle Before Spring Showers Begin

Spring showers may bring flowers, but they can also bring significant damage if your home isn’t properly maintained. Before the rain begins, it’s time to assess your property and tackle key exterior repairs. Here are five essential tasks to help protect your home or business and avoid costly repairs later: Inspect and Repair Your RoofWinter weather can wreak havoc on roofing materials, especially shingles. Check for any missing, cracked, or curling shingles and have them replaced promptly. Pay attention to areas around vents, chimneys, and skylights where leaks are most likely to occur. A properly maintained roof can save you...

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Tool Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your Equipment in Top Shape

Tool Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your Equipment in Top Shape

Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a passionate DIYer, your tools are essential for getting the job done right. Proper maintenance not only extends the life of your equipment but also ensures safety, efficiency, and better project outcomes. To help you keep your tools in prime condition, we’ve compiled a list of essential tool maintenance tips. These tips are perfect for any professional or weekend warrior who values their gear. 1. Clean Your Tools Regularly After every project, make it a habit to clean your tools thoroughly. Dirt, dust, and debris can accumulate quickly, leading to reduced efficiency and potential...

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Drywall Finish Options: Choosing the Right Look for Your Project

Drywall Finish Options: Choosing the Right Look for Your Project

When it comes to drywall, many people think of it as just a basic component of walls and ceilings. However, the way drywall is finished can have a major impact on the overall appearance, functionality, and design of a space. Contractors and DIYers alike should consider the various drywall finish options available to achieve the perfect look and meet the specific needs of the project. In this blog, we’ll explore the most common drywall finishes, their applications, and how to decide which one is best for your next project.The 5 Levels of Drywall Finishing Drywall finishing is categorized into five...

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Setting up your Contracting Business

Setting up your Contracting Business

Setting up your own contracting business is a perfect way to enjoy the freedom of self-employment and the pride of small business ownership. In fact, there never really is a bad time to do it. That’s because when it comes to the housing industry, whether it is booming or not, contractors keep busy. When the market is up and there are a lot of new homeowners, they generally like to make improvements as soon as they move in. Conversely, when the market is down, homeowners invest their money in either upgrading or enlarging their living space instead of moving. Either...

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Build a Firewood Storage Box

Build a Firewood Storage Box

If you have a wood stove or a fireplace in your home, then you more than likely have dealt with the issue of storing your firewood. While the bulk of your wood naturally would be kept outdoors, there needs to be a way of keeping a ready supply indoors near the stove or fireplace. Though a sturdy basket or even a cardboard box will suffice, there’s no reason why your firewood box cannot be an attractive part of your home’s decor. Plywood is an inexpensive and rugged choice, but you really could use any type of wood that you like....

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