Category Archives: Do It Yourself

Window-Washing Like a Pro

Let's face it--most of us don't wash our windows as often as the recommended twice a year; it's just such a hassle! Is there any way to make it less of a chore? According to "How to Clean Windows Like a Pro", an article posted on thisoldhouse.com, there is a better way--the professional way. The problem…

If your home is packed to the brim with stuff, you're not alone. Many Americans feel like they always have too much stuff and never have enough space. A good garage sale might help, or a trip to the Salvation Army donation center, but if those don't do the trick, or if you need to…

Nothing lasts forever; many parts end up needing to be replaced. If you have a bathtub with a shower head, you might one day find that the shower diverter that diverts the water flow from the bathtub to the shower head, needs replacing. If you pull the knob and hardly any water comes out the…

You might be rushing around this week trying to work out every detail and get your house ready before the guests arrive--can you get everything done? Maybe not, so you might have to prioritize. But do you know how long each task will take and which projects you could get done in time? Maybe you'll…

In fall, the changing colors of the leaves are a beautiful theme to decorate your home with. And why not decorate using the leaves themselves? Using a preservation technique, real fall leaves can be used instead of silk leaves for projects that will last year after year. If you want to learn about the process of…

Are you ready for your heating bill to go up? Winter is knocking at the door, and you don't want to let it in! Well, according to a post on bobvila.com, you don't have to let winter in, and you don't have to spend a ton of money in order to keep it out. How? Check…

You probably know that WD-40 is pretty useful to have, and hopefully you already have some around your home. But WD-40 might be even more useful than you think, and you might decide to keep a can of it handy in your car and in other places, too, if you read about these "9 Unusual Ways to…

Maintenance for a More Efficient Water Heater

It's certainly no fun having your water heater break down, especially when it's cold outside and you really want that warm shower. And the cost of replacing a broken water heater is not something you want to have to deal with either. So how can you avoid having your water heater fail you? Keep up with…

You know the usual colors of the Christmas season are red, green, and gold, but do you know you can decorate for Christmas without following this color scheme? It is entirely possible to make festive decorations without the holiday's traditional color palette, and you mind find that without it the results are classier and more stylish.…

The holiday season is approaching, and you may be preparing to have guests over. But the holiday season is also a time of year when many unwanted guests want to come in and find a warm place to lodge. What can you do to keep these stowaways away? thisoldhouse has a great article called "Pest…

Winter is on its way! For many of us it will be too soon. Regardless of how you feel about all of the cold and snow that is sure to start flying, it's always a great idea to get the home ready for winter's cruel bite. Here are several easy inspections you can do…

Halloween is just around the corner, and for some people that means that it's also jack-o-lantern season. These glowing gourds can be the perfect home decoration for a Halloween party or to create a spooky spectacle for trick-or-treaters. But for some homeowners who may have never carved a pumpkin before, or who are not very artistic,…

If your deck is looking weathered and worn, you might not necessarily have to replace it. As long as the deck is still structurally sound, restoring it might be a better option for you. With the right tools, you can do the job yourself. This video from thisoldhouse.com has detailed instructions for every step of the…

Sealing Air Leaks for More Efficient Heating

Autumnal breezes are beginning to blow with hints of the winter winds that are soon to come. Is your house sealed against leaking out warm air and taking in the cold? Sealing air leaks can save a surprising amount on your heating bill, and with the right tools, you can do it yourself. Your two main…

Fall is here! So how can you decorate your home simply and elegantly for the season? The video below has 5 Inexpensive Ways to Decorate for Fall. Fall flowers. Arrangements of fake fall flowers can add a splash of fall color as centerpieces, on an end table, or on a shelf. Wreaths and garlands of leaves are…

Category Archives: Do It Yourself

Window-Washing Like a Pro

Clever Ways to Create Storage Space

How To Replace Your Shower Diverter

Quick Home Repair

Fall Leaf DIY

Winterizing Your Home

The Many Uses of WD-40

Maintenance for a More Efficient Water Heater

Alternative Christmas Color Palettes

Pests = Unwanted Holiday Guests

Preparing Your House for Winter

How To Carve a Jack-o-Lantern

How To Restore A Weathered Deck

Sealing Air Leaks for More Efficient Heating

Decorating for Fall

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Category Archives: Do It Yourself

For Your Remodeling Needs Call 703.926.5339

For Your Remodeling Needs
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