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DIY Questions and Answer
May 20, 2019 Sonia
Q: How do I find the septic tank in my yard? A: The best clue is to find where the main drain line (4-in. pipe) exits your home, which indicates the tank might be located right outside from that location. Follow the pipe across the yard by probing every 2 feet with a metal probe. Septic tanks are required to […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
May 20, 2019 Sonia
Q: What’s the best way to repair cracked tile? A: The trouble with cracked tile is that it’s difficult achieve a perfect like-new repair. However, if the problems are minimal, the fact that tile is generally installed in a repeating pattern means you can make basic repairs that disguise the problem so it blends better with the rest of the […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
May 20, 2019 Sonia
Q: How do I remove hardwood flooring that’s been glued down? A: If the floor was installed correctly with a high-quality adhesive, then you’re in for a tough job. It might be time to call a contractor who specializes in this type of work. A DIY approach would be to set a circ saw’s blade depth so it cuts through […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
May 20, 2019 Sonia
Q: How do I remove gutter nails? A: Old fashioned gutter nails are called “spikes and ferrules,” with the spikes being giant nails that pass through an aluminum sleeve (the ferrule) which holds a gutter to the fascia board of the house. To remove them you need to pull the nail. The problem is that the gutter is made of […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
April 16, 2019 Sonia
Q: How do I take measurements for new storm windows? A: You will need to measure the clear opening of the existing windows. This means when measuring width, measure from jamb to jamb (from the outside of the small wood strips that serve as the window’s “stops”). To measure the window’s height, measure from the sill to the top jamb […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
April 16, 2019 Sonia
Q: I need to replace some flashing on my roof. Is there a trick to shaping the roll of aluminum material to fit? A: Wearing gloves to protect your hands, you should be able to cut and bend small pieces of flashing on flat surface with a straight edge. In some cases you’ll be able shape the flexible material freehand, […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
April 16, 2019 Sonia
Q: What is the best method to apply sealer to a concrete countertop? A: Various methods are used to apply sealer to a concrete countertop, and it’s always a good idea to refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations for your specific product. Generally speaking, you have the choice of rollers, brushes, HVLP sprayers and lamb’s wool applicators. Many professionals apply the […]
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DIY Questions and Answer
April 16, 2019 Sonia
Q: How do I calculate the amount of siding needed for a house? A: Siding is typically sold by the square foot, and lap siding coverage is determined by the siding’s exposure (the amount that will not be covered or “lapped” by other siding pieces). To figure the square footage of a house, total the sum of all the walls. […]
