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How to Mount Shelves and Mirrors Without Them Falling Down

  You have a heavy mirror or shelf ready to hang. You want it to stay on the wall safely...

Safety Tips Before Mounting Heavy Shelves and Mirrors on Your Wall

  You bought a beautiful heavy mirror for your bedroom or floating shelves for your living room. Now you’re ready...

How To Install Light Fixtures Without Burning Your House Down

You’ve decided to upgrade your light fixtures. Maybe you want modern pendants in the kitchen or a statement chandelier in...

The Hidden Electrical Problems Lurking Behind Your Light Fixture

You’re planning to replace that outdated light fixture. You’ve picked out something beautiful. The installation looks straightforward in the YouTube...

Fixing Exterior Door Frame Rot: The Method That Actually Stops It

You’ve found rot on the outside of your door frame. You know it needs fixing. But standing there with a...

The Soft Spot Test: Is Your Exterior Door Frame Rotting Away?

Press your finger against the bottom corner of your exterior door frame from the outside. Does it feel solid? Or...

The 48 Hour Flooring Job: What Actually Happens

You’ve hired someone to replace your flooring. They said it’ll take two days. But what are they actually doing during...

Before You Pick That Flooring: 5 Steps to Avoid Expensive Mistakes

You’re scrolling through flooring options online or walking through the home improvement store. Everything looks good in the pictures. The...

Why Thermostat Installation Should Be Left to the Pros

You’ve chosen your new thermostat and you’re excited about lower energy bills and better control over your home’s comfort. Now...