Hard water stains can be a frustrating eyesore in your bathroom and kitchen. These stubborn stains, caused by a buildup of minerals like calcium and magnesium, not only affect the appearance of faucets and showerheads but can also impact their functionality over time. Thankfully, there are effe...
Functional gutters are essential for efficiently directing rainwater away from your home, which helps prevent water damage to your basement, foundation, and landscaping. To ensure they are up to the task, especially before the storm season, it’s crucial to keep them clear of leaves, twigs, and...
The water in the bottomlands has dried up by now, but this was fairly soon after we received a lot of well-needed rain. Backlit House Finches don’t make very interesting photographs but I liked the surrounding vegetation… One more Goldfinch… Below is a well-preserved wasp nest. This ...
Anelevated slab foundation, like Tella Firma’s, combines a slab foundation with a pier-and-beam system. The elevated foundation takes a little longer to build and is more expensive than standard foundations—but it can save you money if water damage is a concern. The suspended foundation is ...
Water damage to interior trim from leaks can stain, damage, and even rot wood trim products. In buildings that have been flooded, even from a brief single-event flood that soaked the building floor, we often find mold damage on the back and under-edge of wood floor baseboard trim boards ...
Pest infestation is a major problem that is facing many homeowners. Some of the common household pests include spiders, rats, cockroaches, termites, and ant. Termite is one of the most popular pests found in many homes. It is known for causing damage to the plants and flowers. ...
Maintaining leather tile flooring is relatively easy. Regular sweeping and occasional mopping with a damp cloth can keep them looking great. Just be sure to avoid harsh chemicals that could damage the leather. This type of flooring is best suited for low-traffic areas like bedrooms or studies. ...
While you’re cooking, carry out some dishes. Clean down the sink each and every time you clean the hands. While you’re looking forward to the warm water before a bath, tidy up the toilet. Cleaning your microwave will be (almost) as simple because turning it on. ...
Steel or aluminum siding is also great for “retrofits,” meaning they are flexible materials that can be applied to an existing siding solution.For example, many homeowners choose to cover their natural wood siding with metal if it has undergone severe damage that is too costly to repair. ...
Unlike wood decks, which require continuous maintenance, weather protectants, and water-seal products do not need to be applied to COOWIN. COOWIN's surface offers excellent traction and will not splinter or become structurally unfit due to rotting, split, warping, cupping, che...