Archive for December, 2009

Asphalt Sealcoating

We may not see it at first, but our asphalt-paved driveway can experience corrosion over time. What seems like a couple of minor cracks that are barely noticeable can turn into large cracks if left in disrepair.

Make Sure You Pick The Best Lawn Mower

In todays market there is a huge choice of lawn mowers available to you, from push and self-propelled mowers to large riding mowers, or lawn tractors, for more sizeable areas. There are manual mowers, electric lawn mowers, and gasoline engine-powered lawn mowers. But the best lawn mowers will both cut and disperse cuttings evenly.

Rehabbing a Home? Here Are Some Skills You Need To Know

Drywall/ Plaster Repair – In Lakewood, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland, where I do most of my rehabilitation work, cracks and holes in the plaster are common. You will experience similar issues in Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh or any other industrial city throughout the east or Midwest. Holes in plaster are often the result of water infiltration, the result of vandalism, but could be the sign of more serious foundation issues. Once the root cause is fixed, patch the area with inch drywall. Secure the drywall to the hole with at least 2 drywall screws. Insert your rotozip near the edge of your hole and cut the drywall by pressing the rotozip blade against the remaining plaster. Once your piece is cut, secure it with multiple drywall screws, mud the gaps, tape, re-mud then sand to a smooth finish. When dealing with floors bellow ground level if Basment Waterproofing is needed call a professional like before you Repair the walls.