Ed Fix-It
I would like to write and help people with their homes to get the most out of them. As a experienced professional in the home repair and real-estate market, I have a diverse back ground with information dealing with houses. Consulting to fixing, as we say it, from the roof to the basement.
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How to Handle a Moldy Window in a BathroomDefeating mold issues in your home is a battle you must win. -
How to Pick the Best Ceramic TileA article that looks at what tile to use for the project at hand, at a price within your budget. Using the wrong tile can wreck the whole project. Spending to much will not help your project either. -
How to Glaze a WindowA article which looks at replacing the glazing on a window. There are still many older windows in use which need the glazing replaced on them.
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How to Caulk a Bath TubA article which looks at how to caulk a bath tub. Caulking around a bath tub is very important. When the bath tub caulk breaks down it allows water into the walls and damages them, along with the flooring. -
How to Install a Sink BaseA article which looks at how to install a sink base.
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How to Install a Bathroom Water Supply Shut Off ValveA article which looks at how to install a water supply shut off valve in a bathroom. We will look at how to install the shut off valve on a threaded galvanized pipes.
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How to Demo a BathroomA quick look at how to demo a bathroom. You can save a lot of money by doing a bathroom demo yourself. -
How to Unplug a Sink TrapAn article which looks a clearing a plugged sink trap.
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How to Change an Exterior Door Deadbolt LockAn article which looks at replacing an exterior door deadbolt lock.
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How to Clean a Cedar Wood DeckA article which looks at how to clean cedar wood deck. Deck cleaning can be a hard task to accomplish. When you use the right tools it can become not such a difficult task.
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How to Purchase Foreclosed PropertiesA article which looks at buying a foreclosed house. Many think buying a foreclosed house is the same as buying a regular house. There are many different aspects of buying a foreclosed house.
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Guide to Deck Leveling ProblemsA article which looks at why a deck can become not level after being built. Many poor deck building practices can lead to a non-level deck.
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How to Fix Leaking GuttersAn article which looks at leaky gutters and how to fix them. Leaky gutters can be very frustrating. You need to fix them before problems get worse. -
Guide to Bathroom Venting ProblemsA article which looks at why you need to vent bathroom moisture to the outside of your home. Many bathrooms are vented into the attic which causes many problems for the homeowner.
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Rain Gutters and Basement Water ProblemsAn article which looks at spring rains and water in your basement. You can help to stop water in your basement by looking at your gutters. -
How to Fix Cracked or Old GroutA article which looks at replacing old or discolored grout. Grout can crack or fade over time. You can replace the grout and make the area look new again.
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How to Replace Damaged Ceramic TileAn article which looks at repairing ceramic tile. -
Saving Money and the Cash CouponA review of a new coupon site called The Cash Coupon. A site which can save you alot of time and money.
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Water Damage and Mold Clean UpAn article which looks at the cleaning up of minor spots of mold on concrete basement walls in a house. -
How to Patch a Hole in the WallA article which looks at patching a hole in drywall.
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House Rain Gutter BluesA article which takes a look at rain gutters that are full of ice. Rain gutters that are plugged can turn into heavy plugged gutters full of ice.
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Luxor Cathouse Fine DiningA article which takes a look a the restaurant, Cathouse located in the Luxor casino in Las Vegas. Fine dining with wonderful service and fun atmosphere.
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Guide to Roof Leaks and Your HomeAn article which looks at roof leaks. Any opening in the roof can cause a leak. As flashing around pipes gets older it has the potential to leak.
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Guide to Ice Damming and Vaulted CeilingsAn article which looks at vaulted ceilings and the ice damming that can occur. Ice dams are caused for multiple reasons and people have misconceptions as to what causes ice dams.
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How to Stain Wood Patio DoorsAn article which looks at how to stain a new wood patio door.
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How to Install a Bathroom Sink VanityA article that looks at how to install a bathroom sink vanity. A article which helps a person to get from start to finish on installing a new bathroom sink vanity.
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How to Install a Pre-Hung DoorAn article which looks at installing a pre-hung door in your home. The how-to guide takes you from picking out your pre-hung doors to the finish.
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How to Hang Christmas Lights on Your HouseA article that looks at how to hang Christmas lights on your house. Christmas lights look great when placed correctly on your home.
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How to Install a Kitchen Sink FaucetA article that looks at how to install a kitchen sink faucet.
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Protect Your House from Ice DammingA article which looks at ice dams and what causes them. A great explanation of what can cause ice damming on your home.
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How to Clean GuttersA article which looks at how to clean gutters. The article continues with alternate options to cleaning gutter twice yearly.
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Solve Basement Water ProblemsA look at why people pay way to much for basement water problems. They need to look in the right place to stop the water from getting into their basement.
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Gutter Care Protection and YouA product called Gutter Care II is on the market and saving one house at a time. There seems to be little information about it. Gutter protection should be a top priority for anyone who owns a house. Water damage is the most costly problem.
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The New Lawn Gamea article which shows the benefits of hydro-seeding your new lawn. A straw/seed method to seeding a new lawn is more costly than what people think, including home builders.
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How to Get a Great New LawnA article which helps you and your house to pick out the best person and way to install your new lawn.
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Training a Dog for non-Professionals: Pretend Your Pet is Your ChildA how-to guide that looks at you and your dog training.
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How to Stage Your Home for Sale 2nd EditionA article that looks at house staging and curb appeal first, a seond edition article that really looks at what needs to be to sell your house.
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Stopping Basement Water Problems Part IIEnsure that you know the signs and costs of a basement with water problems.
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Staining Made EasyThe best tips for staining new trim wood work in your home.
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Houses to GoHome staging starts at the curb and this article starts there also. A article that just touches the surface of preparing your home for sale.
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Stopping Basement Water ProblemsA helpful tip guide to a dry basement
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New Stud Finders Make it Easy to Hang Things on Your WallTips for hanging items on walls.
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How to Replace a Deck Board: Deck-Plank Replacement Made EasyReplacing a deck board made easy.
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How to Install a Bi-Fold DoorWhat is needed to install a bi-fold door in your home.
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Repairing or Replacing Window ScreensHow to repair/repalce a window screen is really simple now days.
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How to Clean Your GuttersA How-To guide that gives tips on how to clean the gutters on your home.