All posts by onthehouse
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Electric Wire Basics
Workers compensation insurance covers on-the-job injuries. It covers medical expenses, compensation for time lost from work, and even retraining in a new vocation should impairment preclude the injured worker from continuing in the same field. Some trades...
- Posted August 24, 2015
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Building A Deck To Last
Anyone who has ever built a deck can attest to the satisfaction derived by a job well done. Moreover, a deck surrounded by lush landscaping can transform a poorly utilized section of barren land into an outdoor...
- Posted August 23, 2015
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Citric Acid Product for Water Heater Annual Maintenance
Q. About a year ago you told a lady how to do an annual maintenance on her hot water heater. You mentioned using a product that contained citric acid. I did not get the name of the...
- Posted August 23, 2015
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Choosing the Proper Roller Cover for Painting Projects
There are several methods of applying paint. You can use a brush, a roller, a sprayer or a pad. Rags and sea sponges can be used when creating a decorative or “faux” finish. When it comes to...
- Posted August 23, 2015
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Staining Your Deck
A handsome cedar fence, an expansive redwood deck and a stately cedar gazebo. What do they all have in common? Aside from the fact that each is constructed of wood, their appearance and lasting quality depends upon...
- Posted August 23, 2015
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Replacing A Lavatory Sink Drain
As children, plugging a lavatory sink – more commonly known as a washbasin – involved placing a rubber stopper into a drain. The stopper was tethered to the lavatory faucet by a small metal beaded chain that...
- Posted August 23, 2015
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Wild Fire Prevention
In this hour, the Carey Brothers discuss wild fire prevention.
- Posted August 22, 2015
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How To Dispose of Remodeling Waste
In this hour, the Carey Brothers discuss how to dispose of remodeling waste.
- Posted August 22, 2015
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Say Goodbye to Roaches!
In this hour, the Carey Brothers tell us how to get rid of roaches. In addition, they discuss concrete patio maintenance.
- Posted August 22, 2015
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Deer-Resistant Flowering Shrubs to Plant
In this hour, the Carey Brothers discuss deer-resistant flowering shrubs to plant.
- Posted August 22, 2015