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One of the hardest working doors in our house is the screen door on the back porch. Day in and day out, the door gets continued use, so we replaced the old worn handle with a new one. It’s a pithy job, and so small a handyman may not want to do it, so it’s a good job to do yourself. It’s positively goof-proof and requires a minimum of ...Read more

If first impressions are lasting, a porch or stair railing says a lot while also providing safe and secure footing at a home’s entry. While some railings can be revived with nothing more than a coat of paint, a railing that has been weathered beyond repair or deteriorated will become dangerous, not to mention a safety hazard.

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With its soothing atmosphere in a tranquil setting, it’s hard to beat the appeal of a garden pond in a landscape. A pond creates a welcome environment to escape from the hectic noise and commotion of daily living. You can create a garden pond as the focal point of a landscape plan or tuck it away as a quiet retreat. If you’re considering ...Read more

Building any type of fence is strenuous work, but the results are gratifying and an eye-catching improvement to a house. While a fence made of chain-link doesn't have the pizzazz of more stylish ones, you won't find a more hardworking or long-lasting material that adds protection and privacy to your property. A chain-link fence consists of the ...Read more

Make a dramatic statement and transform the look of a bathroom with a high style sink stand. The change is most noticeable when the sink stand replaces an old vanity cabinet in a small powder room. Guests will notice the sleek design of the sink stand, and how it takes up less floor space.

Changing from a vanity to a freestanding unit involves ...Read more

To prevent an accident from someone falling into an open basement window well it’s a good safety measure to keep the opening covered. Left uncovered and open to the elements, a well can become a bottomless pit where leaves and debris collect, preventing sunlight from filtering inside. More importantly, the debris can be an obstacle to using ...Read more

While it doesn’t have the style of other fences, a chain link fence is a reliable and sturdy enclosure that requires little in the way of care and maintenance. When it does need a facelift a coat of paint will see it through many more years of service. The fence is built as a system of metal posts and rails that fit together, with mesh ...Read more

Most of us are familiar with a screen door that swings on hinges or slides in a track. Another version is a screen door that retracts and blends into a door frame housing, providing a clear, unobstructed view. Just think of it as a window shade on its side that keeps pesky bugs out and cool breezes coming in.

We found retractable screen doors ...Read more

The front door of a house is its focal point, so replacing one can make a dramatic difference to its appearance. It also improves security, an investment that pays back in the future. You’ll find a wide range of styles, shapes and designs at a door and window store or home center. To understand the steps involved in installing a pre-hung door,...Read more

You can’t deny the positive view of clean, clear window glass, because it brightens the interior of your home. Whether you hire a window washing service or do it yourself, the reward is a fresh, new perspective. Clean windows in one room have a restorative power, and the squeaky-clean smell may inspire you to go on a binge and do the windows ...Read more

From early spring to late fall a lawn mower is the workhorse of yard chores, so it makes sense to keep it working at peak performance all season. It’s a machine, like your car, that needs regular maintenance, so it operates when needed. This routine care is a job even a first-time do-it-yourselfer can tackle, and the skill is one that will pay...Read more

We don’t know anyone who enjoys cleaning and repairing gutters — we sure don’t — but it’s an important job that carries rain and melting ice and snow away from the house and foundation. A working gutter system prevents soil erosion and water damage to the siding, and the low cost of repairing a faulty gutter system is nothing when ...Read more

For safe footing, a concrete walkway should be smooth and level. A hole or crack in concrete makes it a likely place where you or a passerby can trip or fall. Don’t ignore the damage that will only become worse; repairing it sooner rather than later is a good idea. If it’s ignored, the surface will continue to deteriorate. You can hire a ...Read more