All posts tagged "replacement"
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Show Notes: Be Prepared!
“Be Prepared” Show Notes for On The House with the Carey Brothers aired February 2nd, 2019. Missed our live show? Don’t worry! Because we have a podcast of the show. It’s the same thing we aired...
- Posted February 9, 2019
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Tip of the Day: Remove Interior Door Knobs
Here is one quick, money-saving tip that will help you fix up and improve your home. All from the award-winning On The House Tip of the Day.’
- Posted April 21, 2017
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Threshold Replacement
That sloped lump of wood (or metal) that lies on the floor at the base of your entry door is called the sill. It is also referred to as the saddle or threshold Many years ago sills...
- Posted August 10, 2016
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Replacing Your Hammer Handle
For enthusiastic home improvers, hand tools are the life blood of a successful project. In fact, for some, a favorite hammer or hand saw can elicit the same care and affection as that of a faithful pet....
- Posted November 15, 2015
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Installing Replacement Windows
Some home improvement projects just pay bigger dividends than others. For example, a new vinyl floor in the kitchen can do lots to improve the appearance of the space, but not much else. On the other end...
- Posted August 18, 2015
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A Simple Project: Replacing A Toilet
Replacing a toilet may not be one of the most exciting ways to spend a Saturday, but then that’s the nice part about this particular project; you should be able to perform this little task and still...
- Posted June 18, 2015
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You Don’t Need to Strain When Replacing A Toilet
Replacing a toilet may not be one of the most exciting ways to spend a Saturday, but then that’s the nice part about this particular project; you should be able to perform this little task and still...
- Posted July 24, 2014
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Replacing Double Hung Windows
Question How do I replace a window? The current window is double-hung with sash weights, and I want to replace it with a new vinyl window. Answer Replacing double hung wood windows with vinyl ones is about...
- Posted May 20, 2014
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Replacing Windows from Vinyl Sided Home
Question My home from the 1960’s has its original single-paned windows. I’d like to replace them, but I can’t find a contractor to do it because of the house’s vinyl siding. What do I do? Michael, Milpitas...
- Posted May 20, 2014
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Window Shopping for Window Sashes
There is a time of year when thoughts turn to holiday visits, window-shopping and time spent with family and friends. But for some, winter isn’t so cheery because they’ll need to spend time at the hardware store....
- Posted May 9, 2014