How To – Patching Small Holes And Chips In Terracotta Tile

Although the best way to repair holes in tile is to replace the tile with one that was saved from the original batch doing so is often not possible.

In this case you have two options you can either replace the tile with a similar one that you find elsewhere or you can patch the tile. In this HowTo we will cover the proper way to make a patch with mortar to an existing damaged …

How To – Polishing And Restoring Marble Countertops And Floors

Marble is as hard as stone but the finish we all enjoy on our Countertops and Floors can be damaged over time.

Restoring the bright shiny look requires the same prep and polish steps performed by the technicians that made your custom marble pieces and the good thing is you can do it yourself with only a few simple tools.

If you have deep gouges, chips or other damage you may be able to obtain some …

How To – Selecting The Right Moving Company

Moving can be great or it can be traumatic and one of the hardest things to forget about changing homes is dealing with a bad moving company.

So, how do you select a company that will not only transport your stuff but get them there on time and in their original condition.

This is a difficult task but by doing a little research and planning ahead if you can most of your problems can disappear. Planing …

How To – Choosing And Installing Garage Shelves

Storage is an important part of any Garage or Workshop and there are many options available to you from ones you make yourself to professional grade solutions that are suited for specific tasks.

If you are outfitting your garage for storage you might find yourself in a predicament of how much money should you spend. This is a problem as professional tool boxes can run into the thousands of dollars. The important thing to …

Individual Health Insurance For Private Contractors

If you are a private contractor Health Insurance can be a big concern.

Purchasing insurance as an individual can be expensive and the availability of plans may not be the same as offered in other businesses.

The first place to look for Health Care options is with your business insurance broker. The same company that handles your liability insurance can often offer plans at a decent price to cover you and your family.

The next option you …

How To – Fixing A Leaking Bathtub Or Shower Faucet


Repairing leaky faucets can be done by a home owner with only a few simple tools and some replacement parts.  The parts you need will depend on the type of faucet you have and which part of your valve assembly is giving you a problem.

First you should check where the leak is coming from.

Is the water passing through the faucet or is it leaking from the handle.

If the water is flowing through the spout …

Buying Guide – Sink Addons – Purchasing Hot & Cold Water Dispensers

There are a number of products that you can add to your sink-top to provide better livability.

Here we will examine the different types of hot and cold water dispensers that can make your life easier.

Lets look at some of the features you should look for when making your purchase.
Hot Water Dispensers
The most common addon for your sink is a hot water dispenser.

Mounted alongside your sink they can …

How To – Pruning Tree Branches

Whether you are pruning dead or living branches it is always important to take care and follow proper techniques.

When pruning branches it is important to only remove the branch and none of the tissue of the main trunk or branch.

Although it is easier to distinguish where the trunk ends and the branch begins there is a separating point The Branch Collar that should not be disturbed.

In the image to the right you can see …

Buying Guide – Picking The Best Water Heater For Your Home

In this Buying Guide we will try to cover many of the different options to make your decision an easy one.

There are many different types, sizes and fuel sources that you can use for your homes water heating needs. The decisions you make on which type of heater is right for you will be based on Cost, Ease of install and long term benefits.

Since most people will be replacing and not installing a new …

Buying Guide – Toilets Features And Design Decisions

There are many different design options when selecting the best model toilet for your bathroom.

Considerations include the size of your family and use but also cost and ease of repair.

Here we will cover some of the basic options and some special ones to make your next purchase the right one.


Bowl Shape

The shape of your toilets bowl will have a lot to do with comfort and use. There …

How To – Diagnosing Clothes Dryer Problems

Even with all of the complex looking digital controls on flashy new models Clothes Dryers are rather basic appliances. This is a good thing because diagnosing problems before you have a service contractor take a look can save you a lot of money.

Even better if you are willing to take the time to order some parts yourself most problems can be fixed with a few basic tools.


Basic Parts Of Your Dryer
All dryers no …

Buying Guide – Outdoor Grills And BBQ’s What To Look For

There are a variety of different features that you can find in outdoor cooking devices. Everything from the portable grill / hibachi that you can bring to the game or on a camping trip to full outdoor kitchens with gas grills, deep fryers and cooktops to prepare any item you can think of.

The possibilities are really limitless but whether you invest $50 or $5,000 your meals are the most important thing.

Lets look at some …