Front entry doors can be replaced easily enough as replacement exterior doors are usually the same size. Front entry doors have trim framing the door that is larger than the door unit itself. Remove this framing and measure the door from bottom to top. An exterior door store will have catalogs that list the dimensions and types of doors you can consider using. Threshold work should be done by a knowledgeable carpenter.
A landscape design that incorporates rocks, mulch, gravel, plants and inspiring landscape art will minimize your work. Yard work can also be lightened by filling your landscape with rock gardens, and the results will dazzle, too.
Quality construction seems to be, in some cases, what the customer is willing to accept. Not all contractors do quality work. Some are not as skillful as others. And some building materials will not withstand poor workmanship. New home construction customers should work hard to find a contractor that will perform quality work.
Wood decks look great after they have been cleaned. Now wooden decks can be sealed with a clear epoxy sealer that does not let the wood turn gray. This synthetic resin sealer has no oils to allow algae and mildew to feed and grow on.
Exhaust hot attic air in order to cool your living space. Attic ventilation in the form of turbine and pot attic vents work with the wind to remove the heat.
Remodeling deadlines can come up too fast for the DIY'r. Prioritize your needs for how you are willing to live in an unfinished home.
Many older homes still have old galvanized iron water supply lines. Eventually they clog with deposits and water pressure and volume drop. Installing new copper tubing or CPVC tubing is easy.
Concrete block construction has many advantages. Concrete homes do not suffer from insect damage and do well in hurricane conditions. Concrete block makes an energy efficient home.
Buy the right toilet to avoid problems. A well engineered toilet will flush right and not waste water.
Special lots need an architect with vision. The right professional to design your new home views is the one chance you have to do it right. Good architects will make the most of your lot or land to showcase your home.
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