Fall is a beautiful and colorful time of the year. Unfortunately, those beautiful colors inevitably clog up our gutters in the spring. We know that no one wants to do it, but eventually, you have to. Clearing debris from your gutters prevents water buildup and possible damage to your roof and gutters. Below, you can…
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15 Steps To Install A Sump Pump
What Is A Sump Pump? The purpose of a sump pump is to remove water that accumulates in a basin-like area known as a sump. These areas may be found in the crawlspace, but they’re commonly found in the basement of a home or other structure. The water may come from nearly any source including…
How To Choose The Right Sander
Sanding wood or metal surfaces is a common workshop task, and power sanders speed up this time-consuming job. With the right sander, you can remove excess material from a rough board, shape a delicate curve or prepare a wood surface for paint or stain. Discover the features and capabilities of these useful tools, and learn…
How to Thaw Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes can be a real issue during the winter months. Pipes that run outdoors or along the outer walls of the home are the most vulnerable to freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, simply keeping the interior of your home warm isn’t enough protection for pipes that run close to exterior walls. Water pipes that run from…
Smoked Turkey using a Bradley Smoker
Thanksgiving is a perfect time for a smoked turkey. It’s a wonderful day filled with memories, games, and our favorite – food. If you are hosting this year, we know you’re already stressed and scheduling your time in the kitchen like a drill sergeant. Kitchen space is hard to come by with all the food…
How To Choose the Best Wood Glue
How do you choose the most suitable wood glue, you ask? Many people new to woodworking are surprised at the strength of today’s wood glue. In fact, when using high-quality wood glue for the application, the cured wood glue joint will be stronger than the wood being joined. In other words, it’s more likely the…
How To Grow Your HVAC Business, Think Like a Customer
Today’s customers are fairly savvy. Thanks to Google searches and the like, many of your potential customers have a general idea of what they are looking for when searching for a HVAC contractor. If you think like a customer, and are ready to provide the right type of information and assurance, you will have a…
How to Choose The Best Pressure Washer
Pressure Washer Buying Guide Pressure washers provide immense value for both professional and home projects. Used for everything from automotive cleaning to deep stain removal, these tools offer enough liquid power for all sorts of cleaning jobs. Their water streams range in strength; some wash away stubborn grime and others blast with enough power to…
How to Choose a Lawn Mower
Before you know it, spring and summer will soon be upon us. Whether you’re a homeowner or opening a lawn care business, cutting grass will soon be at least a weekly chore. There is a vast variety of lawnmowers that it might be a little overwhelming. For anyone who can’t make up their mind, we…
How to Choose a Miter Saw
Miter saws are a type of bench and stationary machinery that improve on the basic chop saw design and let you make precise cuts at various angles. They’re ideal for creating angle joints or decorative pieces. The top-rated miter saw models provide easy repeatability to speed up your productivity. There are several factors to consider,…