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 Gutter Cleaning Tips to Avoid...Fall home improvement projects can be simple to complete. Regular gutter cleaning is the single most important key to avoiding major and expensive home repairs. |
 Wood Deck Construction vs....Learn how to design, build and maintain your wood deck, composite deck or brick paving patio. Also learn deck cleaning tips with ammonia-free detergent . |
Thinking of getting started on a home improvement project for spring? Check out The Money Pit’s spring 2012 product guide to get the scoop on every tool and material you need to do a project around your house this season.
In an uncertain housing market, dropping big bucks on complex home improvement projects isn’t always the way to go. However, with a little DIY know-how and a conservative amount of cash, there is a lot you can do to enhance both the value and enjoyment of your home.
Here are seven cheap home...
Learn how to lay brick over concrete steps. Find out how to improve the look of a concrete staircase by adding brick and mortar to the surface of the steps.
Find out how to clean a concrete driveway. Mix up some OxiClean, brush it on with a stiff brush, let it sit and then power wash it off. Be careful not to use too much pressure because you might erode the surface of the concrete. And do it on a sunny day so the sun activates the oxygen in the...
Learn how to remove mold and mildew from a concrete driveway. Find out how direct sunshine and a product called Jomax will help you clean mold and mildew growth from your driveway.
 Looking for a beautiful, long-lasting finish for your concrete and masonry surfaces? The power is in the preparation. BEHR has come up with affordable, quick and easy solutions for properly preparing concrete and masonry surfaces prior to coating with its line of Concrete and Masonry Prep... |
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 Flowers aren’t the only things popping up outside your home in the spring. You may also find moss, mold, mildew and algae growing on siding, your roof, decks, walkways, and even that patio furniture you left out all winter. These growths aren’t just eyesores, they’re actually dangerous and can... |
 Avoiding contractor fraud largely depends on knowing when an offer is just too good to be true. Here are a few of the most common home repair scams and how to avoid them. Free Inspection. This is probably the biggest home repair scam around. A contractor advertises a "free, no-obligation"... |
 Pressure washers are fast and effective cleaning tools that can cut hours off otherwise time-consuming projects. Pressure washers have the power to really clean the dirt and grime that can build up on your home over time. Pressure washers are also a good tool for cleaning a variety of items... |
 Before the next snow hits, it is a good time to get out your snow removal tools to be sure you're set for the next snow storm. But what kind of tools will you need to dig out? That depends on how prepared for snow removal you want to be. Here are some snow removal tips to help you remove the... |
