On the House
BMoxie Contributors On the House.
How to Prepare to Install an Irrigation System
1April 11, 2013
I don’t know about you, but I dream of the day when I no longer need to move my sprinkler (attached to a hose) across my lawn in order to properly water my yard. My dream of wearing my robe inside instead of while working in the yard early in the morning is attainable, but there are things that any homeowner must do before they can really consider whether to install an irrigation system. [...]
Helpful Hints for Choosing the Best Exterior Paint Colors
0February 26, 2013
One difficult exterior renovation decision that many homeowners face is what color to paint the outside of the house. After all, it’s not something you do very often, and no one wants to look at a bad color choice for the next five or ten years.
Here are some tips for making the process of choosing the best exterior paint colors easier. [...]
Common Code Requirements For Decks
0February 12, 2013
Many homeowners dream of having a deck, and every home should be entitled to have one, right? Well, it depends on where you live. Each city in the U.S. has requirements about the structures you can build on your property. In some areas, you can’t even dream about decking until you’ve obtained a permit. While getting a permit for a simple deck can seem like a hassle, the building codes attached to them ensure the safety of your family and reduce your personal liability risks. [...]
How To Install a Programmable Thermostat
0January 31, 2013
If you’ve been putzing around with an old thermostat, and you’re tired of all the hassles, you should consider replacing it with a new programmable one. In only a few simple steps, you will never again have to lift a finger to have your home always set at the perfect temperature. [...]
The Basic Steps to Mold Remediation
2January 9, 2013
Ubiquitous in nature, harrowing on allergies as well as destructive towards woodwork could describe your experiences with one certain monstrosity. The inevitable juggernaut we’ll see throughout our lives, mold, preemptively attacks humans along with seemingly stout structures around the world with ease. Detections often happens too late, causing amplified destruction to areas where even mild moisture exists. To discover, ameliorate and develop future plans for blocking such attacks, we’ll traverse down the path towards mold remediation location, isolation and expected documentation upon completion. [...]
