Choosing new items for your home is exciting, but it can also be challenging. There are so many different types to choose from, and some things, like ceiling fans, come with many technical factors. However, installing the correct ceiling fan for your room is essential as anything too big or too small will cause problems. …

You’ve just started running a hot bath when the doorbell rings. Ten minutes later, you rush back upstairs to find water lapping at the overflow drain. The good news is, that’s as far as the water can go, thanks to that little drain below the taps. A bathtub does not have to have an overflow …

Choosing the right size of a roofing nail is important to ensure that a roof stays intact for a long time. Roofing jobs need to be done with proper planning to avoid nails coming off or extracting on their own over time. Roofing nails should be 1-1/4 to 2 inches long to ensure that it …

If you are doing a full bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room renovation, you may have heard the term “green board” thrown around while discussing plans with a contractor; sometimes, they’re referred to as “water-resistant gypsum drywall.” But are they necessary?  Green boards are often required by local building codes to be used as a backing …

Whether you’re building a home from scratch or installing a standalone shower in your master bathroom, you will soon find that shower curbs are more important than you thought. While some homeowners are free to do as they please, some counties and circumstances require that shower curbs meet certain building requirements. Building codes in most …

So you’re building a pole barn, and you’re wondering how far apart you should set the posts. Whether you’re using a manufactured pole barn or building one from scratch, properly setting the posts is crucial for smooth building experience, and a quality finished product.    Pole barn posts should be set up either 8 or 12 …

Victorian-style homes are extremely popular and often coveted for their ornate appearances and impeccable attention to detail. Victorian homes first became popular in the United States in the 1840s.  During this time, it became increasingly easy for architects and builders to purchase ornamental building materials from around the world.  As a result, houses became more …

Rolled roofing is a common choice for low-sloped roofs of functional structures. Although it is not commonly used for residences, rolled roofing is a common choice for buildings like sheds, garages, and lean-tos. As you look into rolled roofing, though, you may notice that it usually only comes in black or green. Regular paint typically …

You know the feeling: you are right in the middle of a cleaning job, and the pressure washer just dies on you at full throttle. You have not finished, and you just want to get the job completed. Thankfully, it is easy to remedy this. To fix a pressure washer that dies at full throttle, …

When considering the requirements for pulling a permit in a home improvement project, it’s ideal to hire a home improvement contractor to complete the task.  A home improvement contractor can pull a permit for your home or building project. In addition to this, they can ensure that you accurately pull a permit. It’s essential to …