Kitchens
How Long Should My Water Heater Last?
I received this question from a reader recently and would like to take the time to answer it. Question: “How long should my water heater last?” –Tim W. Answer: On average a gas water heater will last about 8-10 years (these are more energy efficient but require more maintenance), an electric will last about 10-15 … Continue reading
How To Clean Windows
REMEMBER….SAFETY FIRST! Tools & Materials Needed: Squeegee Windex Cloth Rags 5# Box Plastic Window Scraper Cleaner/Degreaser, Natural Orange Micro Fiber Cloth Step by Step 1. Take a cloth and all purpose cleaner and clean off window sashes and jambs. 5. After window dries a bit you can take … Continue reading
Things To Avoid Putting In Your Garbage Disposal
I received this question from a reader recently and would like to take the time to answer it. “Is there anything I am supposed to avoid putting down my garbage disposal?” –Heather, TX I get this question a lot. Unfortunately it’s usually because a customer has a clogged sink because of a malfunctioning garbage disposal … Continue reading
How To Clean And Seal Grout Joints
REMEMBER….SAFETY FIRST! Tools & Materials Needed: Grout Cleaner Bucket – 5 Gallon Sponge Scotch Pad Grout Sealer Step by Step 1. Take cleaner and scotch pad and scrub grout joints 5. Let dry and sealer should evaporate off tile and seal grout joints 2. Once joints are clean … Continue reading
How To Load A Caulk Gun
REMEMBER….SAFETY FIRST! Tools & Materials Needed: Dripless Caulk Gun Grout Caulk or Caulk Step by Step 1. Take your tube of caulk and cut the tip about 1/4″ from tip at a 45 degree angle 5. Push bar back until it presses against the back of the caulk … Continue reading
How To Change A Lightbulb
REMEMBER….SAFETY FIRST! WEARING GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES CAN PREVENT BROKEN GLASS FROM INJURING YOU. Tools & Materials Needed: Light Bulbs Ladder Step by Step 1. Get the correct size lightbulb and take it out of the package 5. Grab burned out lightbulb with light pressure but firm (do … Continue reading
How to Caulk A Corner
Tools & Materials Needed: Dripless Caulk Gun Caulk Utility Knife Masking or Blue Tape Step by Step 1. Take the utility knife and cut the tip of the caulk tube at a 45 degree angle to your desired size (the farther down the tube end the larger the … Continue reading
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