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A leaking roof can be a very stressful situation for any homeowner, no matter what the size, extent, or location of the leak. Knowing how to react to a roof leak, however, including what steps to take to repair the damage, can help you correct the problem and be confident in the strength and durability of your home’s roof. Noticing Roof Leaks Roof leaks might be noticed in several ways. While in extreme cases, actual dripping water could be seen from visible holes, cracks, or breaches in the roof or ceiling, other, more subtle indications can point to smaller roof...

If you’d like to spruce up your kitchen or bathroom with a shiny new sink and faucet, you’ll be happy to know it’s a job that can be handled by those with just a little DIY experience. Depending on the scope of the overall job, this is usually a weekender project -often finished in just a couple hours. First let’s talk about the types of sinks you’ll most likely encounter. Many sinks take up the entire surface of the cabinet, while others are recessed into the countertop material. Many bathroom sinks are part of the entire vanity top and require...

Whether you own your home or rent, chances are you will eventually spend a little time with the paintbrush and roller. One of the first things you need to do before painting is make a decision: what kind of finish do I want? First off, exactly what is a finish? In terms of paint, finish refers to the sheen, or the way that the paint reflects light. Basically, how shiny it is. How and where you use the different types of finishes is dependent on the location and condition of the surface you wish to cover. For example, flat finishes...

Updating a primary bathroom can be wonderful to meet changing needs, refresh for a modern style, or improve home sale prospects. But what bathroom remodeling ideas are best for different projects? Why Are You Remodeling? There are many reasons why a bathroom might need to be remodeled. Leaks or other damage may make the room unusable until it is remodeled, or changing needs of the family may require adjustments to fixtures, shower stalls, tubs, or entryways to make the room more accessible or practical. A poorly designed primary bath can be remodeled to improve functionality and efficiency, or it may...

Part of the pride of being a homeowner is being able to customize it just the way that you want it. Many homeowners also get additional pride from knowing that they’ve done it themselves. Clearly many jobs require the skilled hands of a professional contractor; it gives the peace of mind that the job is completed the best way possible, warrantied and finished in a timely manner. However, there are many jobs around the house that, while you certainly can call a contractor, you could also do it yourself --in essence, becoming your own contractor. Painting is a good example....