Construction frames have traditionally been built using wood. Any time you pass a building site you can see the familiar skeleton of wooden studs, joists, and rafters that serve as bracing for the rest of the house.  But can you frame a basement with metal studs? Many contractors frame basements with metal studs because metal …

We’ve all had those moments where we think we have all the supplies for our project, only to find that we don’t. Maybe the store is closed or maybe you don’t have time, but you are in a pinch and need a paint thinner immediately. Now you are wondering, is it possible to use gas …

If you are preparing for a project that requires construction materials, you might need to decide between plywood and plyboard. On the outside, the two items look alike and are used for a variety of construction projects. Yet plywood and plyboard are not the same and it is easy to get them confused with one …

A pressure washer can be a valuable tool for maintaining the beauty and integrity of your home or your car. With the appropriate pressure washer, you can keep your car spotless, your walkways moss-free, and your house siding looking great. It can also do wonders for your driveway. But how do you choose the best …

A shop vac is a valuable tool to have around a house or business. Whether you expect to clean up small messes or large piles with chunks of debris, a shop vac can be indispensable in saving time and energy (when compared with sweeping). But the question is, how do you determine what size shop …

You have a to-do list a mile long. The newest addition to your list is a set of shelves to display all the knick-knacks you decided you just had to have while you were secluded during the quarantine. Choosing the type of wood is your first step. You have narrowed it down to the options …

When a kitchen sink is not getting hot water, it usually indicates a blockage of transfer between the water heater and the faucet. But before we dive into troubleshooting this, let’s clear up one important question: Is the faucet not getting water at all through the hot water side or is water coming out but …

My neighbor’s old shop-vac was blowing dust out just as quickly as it sucked it in and he was downright frustrated. This is a fairly common mishap with shop-vacs and typically an easy one to address.  The trick here is finding the reason that stuff is blowing out. Read on to learn how to look …

A garage door creates an important barrier for houses because it keeps out unwanted guests, elements, and noise when it’s been correctly sealed. How can you tell if you need to add a seal to your garage door? Your garage door needs to be sealed on the floor, top, and sides. You should measure the …

When a fan is tripping the breaker, it indicates an inbalance in the flow of electrical current.  The most common causes of a fan tripping the breaker are a circuit overload, short circuit, or ground fault surges. A malfunction causes a spike in the current flow, which the breaker detects and trips to protect the …