How Much Does the Average Water Bill Cost in the USA?
When you are trying to set aside a budget for your monthly household expenses, the car loan amount or the monthly rent of the house needs to be taken into…
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Why Is Lumber So Expensive in 2021?
Lumber is a kind of wood that is processed and used to make planks and beams. Lumber, also referred to as timber, is mostly used for building houses or any other kind of structure but proves to be useful for a variety of other purposes as well. Why is lumber so expensive in 2021?
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How Water is Wasted at Home
On average, an individual wastes up to 30 gallons of water each day which is quite staggering especially when you consider there are so many places on Earth where clean water is a luxury. In this article, we will think about how water is wasted in homes.
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Everything You Need to Know About Phantom or Ghost Flushing Toilet?
Phantom flushing is one of the biggest issues faced by millions of households from all over the world. It can be very frustrating and sometimes even frightening to hear it when you least expect it. Although it doesn’t technically flush the water, it is caused due to leakage and therefore ends up with a lot of water wastage.
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Is Sleeping In Basement Bad for Health?
A basement is one of the most underused or unappreciated rooms of a home. Some transform the space into a bedroom or game room and fully utilize the space whereas others just put in a spare bed or couch there. However, one question lingers in the mind of most people on how safe basements are in terms of your health.
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Can You Finish a Basement for $10,000?
Basements in a lot of homes are never utilized to their maximum potential which leads to a wastage of real estate and value. By converting it into a livable space, you will be able to get not only an extra room but also an increase in the real estate value of your home. In this article, we will answer the question of whether it is possible to finish a basement with a budget below $10,000.
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What is the Difference Between Green and Blue Lid Drywall Joint Compound?
When you are working on home restoration projects involving sheetrock, you realize that buying the right materials is winning half the battle. This is especially true when it comes to buying drywall joint compound or drywall mud. Each type is made for a specific purpose and must be used accordingly to get the job done most efficiently. When looking at the different drywall mud options, you might be wondering about the difference between green and blue lid joint compounds.
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How to Secure a Loose or Wobbly Toilet?
When toilets aren't firmly secured to the floor, they tend to wobble. While wobbling can happen due to a wide range of reasons, it's not okay to have a loose or wobbly toilet. We have to find out the reason behind the problem and fix it as soon as possible to prevent more serious problems from cropping up later. In this article, we will discuss how to fix loose or wobbly toilet.
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How to Protect a Bathtub During Construction
During my many years of experience in bathroom remodeling, I have been convinced many times that improper protection of a bathtub during construction works can be very expensive. It is definitely worth spending a little time to secure it in the right way so that the rest of the work proceeds in an efficient and professional manner.
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What Does “Ground Contact” Mean?
It is very important to choose the right materials for the type of renovation or build that you are going to be making otherwise even if you do a great job in your construction project will not last for a very long amount of time. In this article, we are going to make sure to fully inform you about all the uses of ground contact materials to help you make the educated choice if they are right for you.
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