Fill Small Cracks In Concrete Basement Walls And Apply A Sealer To Them

Posted on 3 July 2016

If there are small cracks surrounding the windows that are located in your basement's interior concrete walls, fill them with concrete patch by completing the steps below. After you have finished, apply an even coat of sealer to each wall to provide your home's basement with a layer of protection that will prevent moisture from entering your home.  Materials plastic sheeting putty knife wire brush bucket of soapy water sponge tube of concrete patch caulk gun hand trowel concrete waterproofing sealer paint tray paint roller extension handle paintbrush Remove Loose Pieces Of Concrete And Clean The Walls [Read More]

Keep Pesky Mosquitoes Out Of Your Home Using These Ideas

Posted on 7 June 2016

Like many other pests, such as cockroaches, mosquitoes tend to make their way inside even when care is taken to keep the windows and doors closed. Once indoors, mosquitoes don't waste time looking for skin to latch onto for an easy meal – and this tends to result in lots of itching and annoyance for the humans in the household. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to keep mosquitoes from infiltrating your personal space when spending time at home, especially during the hotter seasons of the year. [Read More]

3 Tips For Keeping Your Backyard Water Fountain In Great Shape

Posted on 16 May 2016

A backyard water fountain can often be a great way to make your yard into a more relaxing and aesthetically pleasing area. Unfortunately, many people seem to think that they can simply set the fountain up and leave it be, but that is a big mistake as the fountains will require regular maintenance. Listed below are three tips that can help you maintain your backyard water fountain so that it can remain in working order for years to come. [Read More]

3 Tips To Protect Your Kids When You Live Beside A Lake

Posted on 20 April 2016

Living beside a lake can be a wonderful thing -- it allows you to enjoy beautiful views and can make things like fishing or enjoying wildlife a whole lot easier and more fun. However, one thing that you might be worried about is the safety of your children. Just because you have kids doesn't mean that you can't live on a lake, but it is important to keep your little ones safe. [Read More]

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Taking the Confusion Out of Carpeting

As a new homeowner, I was faced with the challenge of choosing the perfect carpeting for my 2-story house. It had to be durable enough to withstand the constant traffic of my three kids, two dogs and four cats. I've learned that highly dense carpet would remain more "plush" under constant use, so I looked for a high fiber count. Although I preferred the luxury of wool carpeting, the price wasn't in my budget. A more affordable option was polyester carpeting, which stands up well and is less expensive. For my finished basement, I chose looped Berber carpet. Basements are prone to dampness, and Berber hides water stains well. One final tip to share on my blog: If your furnishings are solid colored, opt for a patterned or textured carpet. Have fun furnishing your floors!

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