Articles about Home Improvement and Home Maintenance
A landlord needs to do more than approve leases and collect rent once per month. Landlords are responsible for maintaining the rented premises and ensuring a reasonable level of safety for renters and their visitors. But what does this entail? Read on to learn about Kentucky landlords’ preventive maintenance responsibilities.
When it comes to choosing basement flooring, there are a few things you need to take into account. Unlike evaluating flooring for your kitchen, in the basement we need to consider the level of moisture. But with that in mind, there are more choices today in basement flooring options than ever before. Keep reading to learn more!
There are a variety of pests that can infest your home. Under normal circumstances, this isn’t a great situation. But when working on a home renovation and pests show up… it’s even worse. Do you have an upcoming house renovation and pests are a concern? Read on to learn the best course of action.
As you start planning your home renovation, you may be wondering whether to do it yourself or should you hire a contractor? After all, home improvement is a great way to increase your home’s value. While it is possible to tackle some renovations on your own, there are certain projects that are best left to the professionals.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when deciding whether or not to hire a contractor.
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Your electric panel is the main gateway for electricity to enter your house. By entering here, it then flows through all the different circuits of your home. In essence, the electric panel is straightforward. But what if it’s old and failing? What if you’re trying to sell your home and believe it might be a hindrance? And the big question: Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel?
Most people take the pressure of their water for granted. You turn on the shower and it comes out with enough force for you to enjoy your shower. Of course, with the push toward energy efficiency and a greener planet, people are trying to balance the enjoyment of their shower with responsible water use. So now manufacturers are pushing under the 2.5 gallons per minute (GPM) mandate. But, that doesn’t make it any more pleasant if you suddenly lose water pressure. Fortunately, the following four steps should help resolve the issue.
Trees have a transformative impact on an urban landscape. In the concrete jungles of modern cities and towns, towns are a huge investment. Looking around most Singapore neighborhoods, the positive effect of trees is obvious to see. Trees help reduce pollution and cut down on greenhouse emissions. They also provide habitat to wildlife, provide shade and improve energy efficiency in urban buildings. When properly managed, trees prevent soil erosion through surface runoffs and add to urban aesthetics.
There are several benefits to having a well-maintained commercial or residential HVAC system. However, this machine consumes the most power on most properties. Costs are rising so it’s becoming more and more important to keep energy bills as low as possible. In this piece, we’ll share how to maintain your HVAC the right way.
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Every homeowner justifiably fears having their home burgled. According to the US department of justice, there are millions of burglaries every year. As such, it’s completely understandable to want to burglar-proof your new home. But then comes the question: how exactly do you make your new home burglar-proof? Fortunately, there are several easy ways to make a house harder to break into and give you some peace of mind. We have put together a list of simple ways to make your new home burglar-proof, in hopes of helping you keep unwanted guests out of your home in the future.
Louisville, Kentucky has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold with average temperatures in the mid-30s, while summers are hot and humid with average temperatures in the upper 80s. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year. This means that having a living space in your basement is super valuable. So what should you be focused on?
Drainage systems are used to get rid of water and other liquids. They serve to remove the unwanted excess fluid, escorting them out of our homes for good. This means that the homes remain clean and safe for everyone living there. To ensure that your drainage system does what is expected, you must keep it clean and unblocked. In this piece, we’re going to cover the five big dangers of a blocked drainage system and what you should do to stop them.
Leaks are bad news. The simple truth is that a leak can go undetected for a long period. It’s because most of the pipework in a house is hidden inside the walls. Copper pipes, which are the most commonly used pipes, will last for approximately 50 years. Although today most builders/plumbers use pex pipes. But nothing is perfect. So how do you identify plumbing leaks?
When the weather changes, structures tend to follow. When the weather becomes more severe, structures become more susceptible to damage from falling snow, ice, and other natural elements. There are a few simple things you can do to make sure you keep any house protected from the elements.
Everyone should love their own home. The fact they are all different is a key part of this. After all, your home should express your individuality. However, no matter how much you love your home, there will be times when it just feels too small. So how do we expand living spaces in the 21st century?
Nowadays, you can get creative even with designing the floors at home. The surface reveals realistic images or 3D illusions with an innovative product like epoxy. Today’s article will introduce you to the different types of epoxy floor coverings, epoxy floor cost, and tips on cheap ways to renovate floors with epoxy.
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