Home Improvement Category
Rainy Day Maintenance: 5 Things to Do During the Next Rainy Day
February 6th, 2012 categories: Fun Things To Do, Home Improvement, Sellers
The spring season is almost upon us in Knoxville and it can mean two definitive things for Knoxville residents: beautiful weather and lots of rain. A rainy day is the perfect occasion to take care of some maintenance, whether you are considering selling your West Knoxville home or of if you just want to do some routine maintenance.
- Check out your waterworks. Use the sporadic downpours to see if your gutters are properly functioning. Are the gutters functioning like the should be or are they clogged with leaves and debris? When the water leaves the downspouts, is it moving away from the house? You want to ensure that the water is moving away from your home, and not saturating your foundation. Read the rest of this entry »
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Home Renovations That Increase Your Resale Value
October 25th, 2010 categories: Home Improvement
Not all home improvements are created equal. Especially if you’re looking for “resale value” back from your work.
An article from the Wall Street Journal lays it out cleanly. Function beats flash these days so be wary of where you spend.
Environmental upgrades such as home insulation and energy-efficient steel entry doors are recovering a much greater percentage of their cost these days than major remodels including kitchens or bathrooms. This is especially true for homes that are already “over-improved” relative to the neighborhood.
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How To Re-Grout And Caulk Bathroom Tiles
August 26th, 2010 categories: Home Improvement
Over time, the grout in a shower can become dirty and discolored, and start to separate from its grout lines. This is a potentially dangerous condition for a home because broken grout lines allow water to seep into the walls, which can then lead to the growth of mold spores.
Fortunately, keeping your grout in tip-top shape is simple.
In this 2-minute video, you’ll learn how to clean the existing grout in your shower and to prepare for a new coating. You’ll also learn how to replace its caulk.
The video’s tips include:
- Why you should remove excess grout diagonally with a sponge
- How to protect your tub from damage while the re-grout is in process
- Choosing the right caulk for the job
The North American Tile Cleaning Association also offers helpful grout-cleaning advice. Visit their website at http://www.tilecleaning.org.
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How To Replace Your New Home’s Deadbolt Locks
June 1st, 2010 categories: Home Decor, Home Gadgets, Home How To, Home Improvement, Kitchen Gadget
After moving into a new home in Knoxville , you should immediately replace its deadbolt locks. It’s not just the home’s former residents that have the key, after all, but so might a relative, a friend, a neighbor, a dog-walker, and others.
You may call a locksmith for the job, but you can save some money if you can do-it-yourself.
In this detailed, 2-minute video, you’ll learn how to remove and replace a deadbolt lock using nothing but a Phillips screwdriver and a deadbolt from a hardware store. It’s a simple project that requires little mechanical skill.
And one that can make your new home more safe.
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