All posts by onthehouse
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How To Replace A Lockset!
Though often dubbed a “doorknob,” the device that we use to open and close a door is truly a “lockset.” This may be a tad confusing since not all locksets are equipped with a lock. A “doorknob”...
- Posted October 3, 2015
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Remodeling Show and Deck Expo – 4
In this hour, The Carey Bros. guests from a wide cariety of companies at the Remodeling Show and Deck Expo in Chicago.
- Posted October 3, 2015
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Remodeling Show and Deck Expo – 3
In this hour, The Carey Bros. guests from a wide cariety of companies at the Remodeling Show and Deck Expo in Chicago.
- Posted October 3, 2015
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Remodeling Show and Deck Expo – 2
In this hour, The Carey Bros. guests from a wide cariety of companies at the Remodeling Show and Deck Expo in Chicago.
- Posted October 3, 2015
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Remodeling Show and Deck Expo – 1
In this hour, The Carey Bros. guests from a wide cariety of companies at the Remodeling Show and Deck Expo in Chicago.
- Posted October 3, 2015
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All About Caulking!
Caulking is used to prevent water damage outdoors at window trim, door trim and siding connections, and at locations where water leaks might occur. It also is used inside to water-seal sinks, tubs and showers. Other inside...
- Posted October 2, 2015
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Fall and Winter Home Preparation
Every fall most Americans turn their clocks back one hour, marking the end of Daylight Savings Time (DST). When it comes time to “spring forward” or “fall back” and change the hands on the clock, Americans are...
- Posted October 2, 2015
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Safety Tips for Built-In Pool
Question: We purchased a new home with a built-in pool. Do you have any safety tips? (George, Wenatchee WA) Answer: There are several things that can be done to ensure pool safety. First, get an ornamental iron...
- Posted October 2, 2015
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How to Choose a Backsplash for Your Granite Counters
So you’ve chosen granite countertops for their beauty and durability, but now you’re stumped about what to use for your backsplash. Granite is a tricky one. There are so many different color and pattern choices. Some are...
- Posted October 2, 2015
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Help Me Improve The Efficiency Of My Water Heater!
Q. Is there something I can do to improve the efficiency of my water heater? It seems like the higher my utility bill goes, the longer it takes for me to get hot water. A. There are...
- Posted October 1, 2015