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Pocket doors save space but can break down. Replacing pocket doors or installing new pocket door hardware might be all that is needed to revive an old, troublesome pocket door. Here are some pocket doors diy tips.

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Rock salt can be damaging to concrete driveways, walkways and patios if the concrete installation was not originally done correctly. Concrete's compressive strength, air entrainment, placement and finishing are all important to concrete's ability to resist freeze / thaw cycles and salt.

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Can you believe we're almost finished with January 2017? Holy potato! Small Engine Reminder!! Just after sending this to you, I'm going to go up to my shed and start my lawn mower and my walk-behind string trimmer. I'll also briefly start my gas-powered pressure washer. You need water passing through it to cool it […]

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A tear in the drywall paper can be repaired. Drywall repair can be done without replacing the entire sheet of drywall or sheetrock. Here are some tips on how to repair drywall.

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Wet or rain-soaked framing lumber will not rot in a matter of days. Homeowners often worry that the wood is ruined if a house gets wet during construction. Water can cause problems if the lumber is allowed to stay wet for weeks and weeks, so do whatever is possible to get a roof on the house.

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Installing drainage systems with downspout drain lines is simple enough to do. First check with your local government. Stormwater rules and regulations may prohibit some of your ideas. Can you discharge rainwater onto your property? Drainage systems that use a smooth 4 inch diameter plastic SDR-35 pipe will have few problems. Read my tips for better drainage.

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Water heaters can be fitted with expansion tanks to capture expanded water and prevent water heater malfunction. Sizing water heater expansion tanks is easy for your hot water heater, and adding a hot water expansion tank can be done within 30 minutes.

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Retaining Wall Repair Cost TIPS Consult with a structural engineer Engineer has honest contractor referrals Develop a repair plan DIY repair with inexpensive materials CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: The retaining wall at my older home is in sad shape. A contractor told me that if I don’t tear […]

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