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Plumbing




10 Ways to Winterize Your Home

Posted on October 11, 2011 by DIY Guy

With winter quickly approaching, here are some great ways to winterize your home: 1. Clean Gutters: Do this after all the leaves have fallen. Remove any debris that will clog or damage the gutters. Ensure your gutters will properly dispose of water. While you are up there, check the roof and flashing for any trouble … Continue reading »




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How To Read A Tape Measure

Posted on October 9, 2011 by DIY Guy

    REMEMBER….SAFETY FIRST!     Tools & Materials Needed:   Komelon 4930IM The Professional 30-Foot Inch/Metric Scale Power Tape, Yellow   Step by Step   1. Each number on a tape measure represents 1″ 5. The largest mark between an inch represents 1/2″ 2. There are 16 hash marks/inch and each represents 1/16th and … Continue reading »




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How Long Should My Water Heater Last?

Posted on October 3, 2011 by DIY Guy

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 »




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How to Caulk A Corner

Posted on September 15, 2011 by DIY Guy

        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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