Paint Removal
Paint removal and finish removal products come in many different types and with different active ingredients. Read the labels of those paint removers and paint solvents you are considering!
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Winged Insects – Termites
Termite infestation can be spotted by first seeing insect wings. Pest control companies use bait systems or borate chemicals to eliminate termites. If you had termites in the past and they were treated, that doesn't mean they'll never come back.
Exterior Paint – Proper Prep
Exterior paint can last longer with proper prep, primer and good, quality paint. Exterior house paint that lasts requires proper prep of the surface. Exterior painting must begin with the proper cleaning of your home. And that does not refer to pressure washing!
Did You Say Hearing Protection!
Power tools can cause hearing loss. Hearing protection, such as ear plugs and ear muffs, when used properly can cut down noise levels by 15 decibels. Save your hearing now!
Synthetic Deck Sealers
Algae and mildew are eating on your deck. Get that film forming sealer off your wooden deck. Apply a synthetic resin water repellent sealer and you and your family will be the only ones eating on your deck.
Brick Barbeque
Brick barbeques in the backyard are an American favorite. Instead of barbeque grills that rust, here is a no mortar brick barbeque to build for people who love to cook out.
Air Conditioning Performance – A/C for Older Houses
Installing large heating and cooling ducts in an older home is difficult. Instead, you can install small flexible ducts that snake through ceilings and floors to deliver the needed amount of air to cool each room.
Cork Floors are Captivating
Cork flooring is the easiest flooring material I have ever installed. Cork floors are environmentally friendly, muffles noise and can be purchased in 12 x 12 cork floor tiles or tongue and groove panels. A cork floor comes in a variety of colors and textures from which to choose.
Fiber Cement Siding – It’s a Serious Contender!
Fiber cement siding is older than your grandparents. That's a good thing! Instead of vinyl siding or wood siding that rots, fiber cement siding is durable, attractive and weather and fire resistant.
The Walk Through Inspection – It’s Work!
Documentation is the key to proving problems existed before a new home warranty expires. Home inspection, photographs and a thorough report, such as an home inspection checklist, are necessities.