The first step to removing the smell is to identify when it started. If the problem started several years ago, this may be due to a change in the plumbing system, or something else on your house. Heavy rains or vehicles can also affect the vent system. The sewer smell is usually most prominent in …
Gutter overshoot usually occurs when rainwater flows over instead of into the gutters. It’s always important to have proper water diversion into the gutter to avoid damage to the foundation and siding, mold and mildew growth, basement flooding, premature roof wear, and landscape erosion. For most people, it’s often easy to ignore throughout the year …
If you are someone who is often working on home fixtures or if you just bought a new home, you should know that not all of the fixtures and parts of that house will last forever. Yes, this includes the roof as the roof over your entire home does have a limited lifespan. Knowing how …
A new home means new beginnings. There is always something exciting about starting anew within a new environment. And to celebrate this new start, DIY and decor enthusiasts will immediately start to work with aesthetics. A front porch is what everyone will first see when entering a new home. Hence, keeping it aesthetically pleasing is …
Moving into a new home is as exciting as it is hectic. The house itself is a handful in the first couple of weeks, what with furnishings and refurbishments. If your new home also has a garden, the excitement and hecticness will be ramped up even more. Today, we take a look at some of …
Gutters are effective at channeling rainwater through downspouts to the appropriate areas. However, when the water flow is not as smooth as it should be, the resulting noise can be annoying enough to disrupt your sleeping or working hours. So what is the best way to fix noisy rain gutters? The best way to fix …
You have just bought a new home for the first time in your entire life and you are now thinking about moving in to start a new life for yourself. But, as a new homeowner, you are still a novice in this endeavor and you don’t know much about how to maintain a home. Yes, …
If the compressor in your air conditioning system is not running, the problem could be the condenser fan motor. While fan motors can break down, they rarely do so by themselves. Usually, the failure is caused by a component that is external to the fan, such as a bad capacitor or contactor. If this is …
There are several factors to consider when considering whether a second-story addition is worth the expense. The cost of a second-story addition will depend on how sturdy your home is currently. When evaluating your budget, work with a company that is willing to give you an accurate quote and answer all of your questions. Before …
Residential living has done well to help advance civility and common courtesy, largely thanks to the perfect mix of privacy from and proximity to our neighbors. However, it fails to mask that, at our cores, we are still territorial beasts. Today we talk about one of the constant sparks of a skirmish: a certain little …