Plywood Rot

By Robert Robillard

Hi Robert, Plywood Rot and Copper Flashing Question I saw your deck flashing “how to” on your blog. Thanks for the tutorial, it has been very helpful. I’m in the process of doing something similar on the deck of 1920 cedar shingled four square in Dorchester. I have two questions for you: 1) Where did…

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Custom Wood Radiator Covers

By Robert Robillard

Building Custom Wood Radiator Covers A few years ago we installed these custom radiators in a home and then were called back to  make a custom radiator for this wall hanging radiator which is located in a rear hallway. The client was hoping that a custom wood radiator cover would improve the aesthetics of this…

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Spring: Home Maintainence Check List

By Robert Robillard

Image: http://oldwest.witchhunter.net/images/buildings/clapboard/old_West_buidling_clapboard_house_3.jpg Home Maintainence Check List As the weather warms, it’s time to start thinking about the exterior of your home. This Home Maintainence Check List will save you time and money. Here’s a quick Home Maintainence Check List of twenty items to check to keep your house well maintained and fit! 1. Check for loose…

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Spring Home Maintenance Check List

By Robert Robillard

Spring Home Maintenance Check List for Homeowners Image: http://oldwest.witchhunter.net/images/buildings/clapboard/old_West_buidling_clapboard_house_3.jpg As the weather warms, it’s time to start thinking about the exterior of your home. Here’s a quick list of twenty items to check to keep your house well maintained and fit! 1. Check for loose or leaky gutters. 2. Clean gutters and flush the downspouts.…

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Repairing Irrigation Pipe

By Robert Robillard

How To Repair Lawn Irrigation Pipe   Lawn irrigation is something most people install and then forget about. Leaks in these types of systems sometimes show up as puddles or geyser’s of water shooting from the ground. Possible causes for damaged irrigation pipe include frost and frozen water damage, cracks or holes caused by lawn equipment…

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How To Repair Lawn Irrigation Pipe

By Robert Robillard

How To Repair A Damaged Pipe In A Lawn Irrigation System Lawn irrigation is something most people install and then forget about. Leaks in these types of systems sometimes show up as puddles or geyser’s of water shooting from the ground.  This article will show you how to repair lawn irrigation pipe. Possible causes for…

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Velux Skylight Features

By Robert Robillard

Velux Skylight Features 3 Improvements At a recent product seminar I saw the new and improved Velux skylight features. They recently have redesigned their line and are offering three new and improved installation flashing and attachment features. Velux now offers a 10-year “No Leak” warranty on product and installation. The new skylight line has 3…

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Laminate Floor Guide

By Robert Robillard

Photo: creatingyourspace.com Laminate Floor Shopping Guide If you are thinking of renovating your home, or even just a room or two, odds are that you will be changing up the look of your floor.  In fact, putting in a different floor can transform the look of a room, giving it new energy and a completely…

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