Paul

As a homeowner, I am constantly experimenting with making the structure of my house more energy-efficient, eliminating pests, and taking on DIY home improvement projects. Over the past two decades, my family has rehabbed houses and contracted new home builds and I've learned a lot along the way. I share my hard-learned lessons so that you can save time and money by not repeating my mistakes.

Hot water is a modern luxury that has become essential to many household appliances, such as dishwashers and washing machines. There’s also nothing quite like a relaxing hot shower or bath. However, if you find your water heater isn’t filling up, it could significantly diminish the amount of hot water you have available in your …

Cross-linked polyethylene, also known as PEX, is a lightweight and durable polyethylene thermoplastic with cross-links. This tubing is typically used for domestic or building service pipes, hydronic systems, and insulation for electrical cables. Nowadays, PEX tubing is quickly replacing traditional copper and galvanized steel pipes and is an exceptional option for underground piping. PEX tubing …

Installing roofing tiles can be a complex process if you have never performed the task before. There are many factors that must be considered, including the appropriate installation method for the type of tile you are using and the style of roof you have. One common question that people who are installing roofing may ask …

Particleboard is a modified wood product and is a good choice for some projects. However, you have to take care to make sure that moisture doesn’t destroy it. The best way to seal particleboard is to apply a waterproof sealant before installing the particleboard, this process can take up some time in the construction project, …

When it comes down to the refrigerator system, the refrigerator evaporator plays a big role in refrigerator cooling. A refrigerator evaporator works alongside other refrigerator system components, such as the compressor, expansion device, and condenser. The basic function of a refrigerator evaporator is to remove heat from the air, water, and other items inside the …

Condensation in a refrigerator happens when moisture-laden, warm air cools. If this happens inside your refrigerator, you need to find the warm air source as soon as possible. In most cases, the warm air is coming in through the refrigerator door, but there’s the possibility that it’s coming from the food items that you’re storing …

OSB and drywall boards are some of the most popular soundproofing materials on the market. They’re both easy to install and will help to shut out the external noises in the home, but which of the two makes the best soundproofing option? Drywall is a better solution for soundproofing than OSB. Both materials have similar …

To stop a porch swing from squeaking, first examine the potential causes. Squeaking can be caused by a lack of lubrication, structural issues, environmental corrosion, and breakdown from use. There are a lot of reasons a porch swing may squeak, so this article tackles some common ways you can identify and resolve issues with your …

Battery failure is often the result of poor battery care rather than technical faults in the batteries themselves. There are several reasons why your battery may not charge, and most of the solutions are relatively simple. If your camper trailer battery is not charging, the way to troubleshoot is to check for corrosion, battery charge …

If you want to hold a porch swing from a single joist or beam, you need to use a 2×8. If you’re going to do it from a 2×6, you will have the weight dispersed over two joists. Always use stainless steel materials to hang the swing from the porch. I’ve made some mistakes hanging porch …