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How To Remove A Tile Floor and Underlayment

April 8, 2013 Written by Robert Robillard Leave a Comment
How To Remove A Tile Floor and Underlayment

How To Remove Tile and Underlayment Plywood This article will focus on how to remove a tile floor and underlayment. Part of our remodeling project requires us to remove the tile floor and underlayment beneath it.  The tile floor needs to be removed so we can rework the plumbing drains for our new American Standard tub and shower fixtures. Removing tile isn’t an easy project and it can be difficult to do if the tile was set in concrete, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bathrooms, Home Repairs And Remodeling, Remodeling, WarmlyYours

Decorative Tray Ceiling

March 18, 2013 Written by Robert Robillard 1 Comment
Decorative Tray Ceiling

Framing A Decorative Tray Ceiling  A tray ceiling is a rectangular architectural feature that is either inverted or recessed. Tray ceilings can be plain, ornate, subtle or dramatic and almost always make a statement! When people install tray ceilings they almost always install accent or rope lighting above it.  Tray ceilings are often found in kitchens dining rooms, hallways and formal living rooms. Architectural Details And Shadow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crown Molding, Design / Architecture, Remodeling, Remodeling. Design, Suspended Ceiling

Remove Algae Stains Off Roof

December 26, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 2 Comments
Remove Algae Stains Off Roof

Cleaning Algae Stains Off Roofs: I hate seeing black or green stains on a roof.  There are many reasons that cause mold, lichen and algae to grow on a roof but that doesn't mean you have to tolerate it.   There are ways to eliminate these ugly stains and this article will explain how you can remove algae stains off roof. People often ask me if these stains are a sign of roof wear.  The answer to that is "no" the black staining is typically … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Maintenance, Roof Issues, Roofing

Maintaining Aluminum Railings

December 20, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 1 Comment
Maintaining Aluminum Railings

Many folks these days have chose to use aluminum railings for the entry ways, decks and balconies as opposed to traditional wood or iron railings.  The attraction to theirs railings is usually based on one or more of these factors:  ease of install, lower cost, durability and low maintenance.  Maintaining aluminum railings is easier than traditional railing maintenance and well worth the effort. Ease of Install: Aluminum railings are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Decks And Porches, Home Maintenance

Is Your Deck SAFE?

October 17, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 19 Comments
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Photo source: Simpson Strongtie Building A Safe Deck: It's important to make sure your deck is built right and safe! Most experts agree that the average life expectancy of a wood deck is 10 to 15 years but we all know many decks that are still standing and alot older than that. It is estimated that there are millions of decks in the U.S. that are beyond their useful life and may be unsafe. Deck collapses have increased in recent years. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Decks, Home Repairs And Remodeling, Home Safety

Dealing with Ants

August 22, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 6 Comments
Carpenter ant

Ant Problem in Your Home Ants are an interesting creatures.   Did you know that an ant can carry 50 times its body weight? Accepting that ants live in nature is one thing but having them live in your home is another.   No matter how you feel on this topic I'm sure you prefer not to have an ant problem in your home.  Dealing with ants can be tricky so read on. As a renovation contractor I see ants in just about every home I work on, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Carpenter Ants, Home Maintenance, Rot and Insect Damage

SharkBite Plumbing Connectors

July 24, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 8 Comments
SharkBite plumbing connectors

How To Quickly Cap Water Pipes While Remodeling I'm a remodeling contractor in Northeast Massachusetts and recently began using SharkBite Plumbing Connectors on my remodels during the demo phase.  They prevent work stoppages and save me time and money here's how... What are SharkBite Plumbing Connectors? SharkBite Plumbing Connectors are brass fittings that use a push-fit technology that seals join copper, CPVC or PEX pipe.  No … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Plumbing, Remodeling, Solving Problems

Roof Safety Anchoring System

July 14, 2012 Written by Robert Robillard 3 Comments
Miller Fusion Roof Anchor Post

Miller Fusion Roof Anchor Post Whether your looking for a permanent or temporary roof anchor solution there are a few things for you to consider with a roof  safety anchoring system . besides being required by OSHA falls hurt.   It's not so much the falling, it's the landing right?   Death from a fall is the leading cause of death among construction workers.  Fall related deaths account for one-third of all construction fatalities … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall, Roof Issues, Tools PLUS!