How To Articles
Tue, 02/22/2011
Here's How:
Plan carefully. Accuracy enables contractors to correctly determine the scope of the work and costs.
What should I ask?How busy is the contractor and how does he intend to supervise your house?
Will he do it himself, or rely on a...
Wed, 03/23/2011
Difficulty Level: Average Time Required: 30 minutes
Here's How:
PositioningFor a satellite dish installed near Washington DC, the dish will usually point to a satellite in the southwest sky.
Site SurveyPerform the site survey to determine the...
Wed, 03/23/2011
Materials
Decorator cover fabricInsulated liningStrips of ring tapeCord 21/2 times the total length of ring tapeScrew eyes 1"x2" board as long as window openingRod 1/2" shorter than boardCleat
Procedure
Measure the height and width of the window...
Wed, 03/23/2011
Difficulty Level: Easy Time Required: 30 seconds
Here's How:
Remove window treatments, like shades & blinds, from the window.
Raise the lower sash 1" above the window frame, and tilt sash inward to a flat position.
Pull the top sash down...
Wed, 03/23/2011
Difficulty Level: Average Time Required: 10 minutes
Here's How:
For frame homes
Find and turn off the outside water cut off valve located near the main water valves usually located under the kitchen sink.
Open both the service side and garden...
