Concrete slab cracks can be minimized by following several guidelines. Install concrete that is the correct strength for the job it is to provide. Make sure that the ground beneath it is compacted well. Control joints should be placed in concrete slabs. Reinforcing steel, or rebar, can be added to help stop shrinkage cracks.
Room additions should start with what you want to do in that space, and then the walls and ceiling should be added. Interior designers know how to do this.
Roof leaks can happen in the center of a roof, but they usually don't. Roof leaks happen where the roof touches up against non-roofing materials such as walls or chimneys. Metal flashings protect water from leaking into these intersections. Caulk is not a replacement for these flashings.
Disagreements happen between homeowners and contractors. Do you always have to go to court? The answer is no. There are alternatives, but let me forewarn you. Nothing is certain when it comes to dispute resolution. Well, one thing is for sure. If you have hired an attorney, that person is going to make some money.
Hardwood flooring can expand and shrink and move depending on its moisture content. If hardwood flooring expands just after it is installed, the top edges of the wood flooring can get compressed.
House plans are the first part of the home-building process. High-quality house plans include numerous exterior and interior elevations, countless details, cross sections and schedules.
Thick blacktop finish is not the answer to crack prevention. Cracks can be stopped before blacktop is applied. You need a well compacted dirt base and the right amount of gravel.
Painting siding of wood provides a protective coating against the elements. Prime your wood siding and trim on the back and edges to extend life. Exterior siding takes a beating, and painting wood siding correctly with backpriming will save you work and money.
Whole house fans are great for moving hot, stale air from your home. Home ventilation will work if you size the fan correctly and provide intake and exhaust areas.
Liens can be avoided. To keep a mechanic's lien from being filed against you, consult a real estate attorney. Know the contractor and the subcontractors before you start your job. Avoid legal hassle and financial woes with affidavits from your contractor before making payment.
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