Attic fans are crucial for helping to retain the internal temperature of your attic. They prevent the development of mold and mildew in the space. There are few things quite as annoying as an attic fan that insists on squeaking. You’ve likely experienced this annoying situation before. You’re lying in bed, hoping to get some …

While it’s not technically a requirement to use plaster over drywall, because there are so many benefits to applying it, it is definitely something I would recommend doing, especially since doing so isn’t actually that difficult as once you know how apply it correctly. While there are many different coatings you can apply over drywall …

When decorating your home, you need to think about the finishing touches such as floating shelves and picture frames. And when you involve screws, it could end up ruining your walls or backsplash if it isn’t done correctly.  This begs the question: do you install floating shelves before or after the backsplash? In short, you …

There’s nothing worse than walking around your home in socks or bare feet and suddenly feeling something sharp. Nails sticking out of carpet can be not only painful, but unsafe, especially on stairs.  If you’ve clicked on this article, we’re assuming you’ve noticed nails (also known as tacks) sticking out of carpet on stairs in …

Working on a home improvement project can always be tricky. Especially considering how many options are available. Because of this, it can be difficult to imagine what will look best in your home, and what will not be complementary to your space. There are so many brands, there is so much hardware to get it …

Hardwoods look beautiful wherever you use them, whether they are inside the home or outside of it. But, this amazing look comes with a price because looking after hardwood can be a pain. There are a lot of considerations you need to make when it comes to how you are going to look after this …

One of the most popular trends in home improvement is putting a stove in front of a window. While it can be an attractive addition to your kitchen, there are several safety concerns and building codes that you must take into account. So yes, you can put a stove in front of a window if …

If you’ve recently installed quartz countertops in your kitchen or bathroom, then you’ll know that grouting is extremely important. It’s what helps to provide that tight seal between the wall or backsplash it’s attached to.  However, when installing the grouting, it’s not uncommon for the grout to cause a stain or two on the quartz …

When it comes to owning a home, you will always experience issues during your time as an owner. One of the most confusing issues that can happen is the appearance of black residue. Especially across some of the white plastic surfaces in your home.  While this black residue can come from regular household objects, like …

Installing SolarCity roof panels can add significant value to your home. Homeowners who want to reduce energy costs and use cleaner energy love SolarCity. Unfortunately, some homeowners have reported roof leaks after getting SolarCity panels installed. So, if you’re dealing with a SolarCity roof leak, you’re not alone. Roof leaks caused by solar panels are …