Repairing Concrete Cracks
While concrete driveways look nice when they are new, over time the concrete can chip, crack and crumble. Cracks and potholes form due to the freezing and thawing of water that has seeped under the driveway through ... [... more]
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Installing A Sod Lawn
1. Start by calculating how much sod you'll need. Use a paper and pencil to draw a reasonably accurate diagram of your yard area, and fill in the measurements for length and width in feet. Subdivide your diagram ... [... more]
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Patching Dead Grass
Thatch is created by the accumulation of the dead grass clippings. Small clippings made by mulching mowers will decompose into the soil. Larger clippings will accumulate and keep the soil from getting the necessary ... [... more]
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Installing Outdoor Low-Voltage Lighting
One of the most simple and cost effective ways to liven up your landscaping is through subtle illumination. Low voltage lighting is simple to install and offers many benefits including ambiance, safety and security. ... [... more]
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Pruning & Trimming Trees
As a home owner, you should pay careful attention to the trees that surround your house. Dead limbs and some smaller "roughage" can pose a danger to you and your family, as well as your home, if your trees are not ... [... more]
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Repairing & Maintaining Gutters
Gutters are an important part of your home's weatherproofing system. For many homeowners, their gutter system is a secondary concern and often gets neglected. Don't make that mistake! It is important that you ... [... more]
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Cleaning Gutters
The most basic, but necessary maintenance you should do is cleaning your gutter system thoroughly. You should clean and repair your gutters twice a year - once in the spring and once in the fall. Begin by securely ... [... more]
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Laying Stepping Stones
Do you need a simple, yet attractive way to move about your yard or garden? Stepping stones create a very natural looking walkway through a garden or to the front door of your home. There are a multitude of materials ... [... more]
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Replacing Asphalt Shingles
7. Next, gently pry up the upper most existing shingle, being careful not to crack it and carefully slide the final shingles into place and nail them accordingly. It's always a good idea to put a small dab of ... [... more]
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Build A Block Retaining Wall
The concrete blocks used in this project interlock and require no mortar for constructing a pleasant, stepped slope. Each block has a lip that locks it to the previous row. Aside from the weight, these blocks are as ... [... more]
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Build An Arbor Bench
Tutorials, Tips, Advice, Projects & Products ... [... more]
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Laying A Brick Walkway Or Patio
The durability and aesthetic characteristics of brick patios and walkways make for the foundation of great spaces around your home. While installing brick walks and patios is not a difficult task, it may be rather ... [... more]
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