Do-It-Yourself Home Repair and Renovations Information
It has long been a goal of this site to build a complete directory of local
contractors that is FREE to both the homeowner and the contractor. There are
currently several other website that require, either the contractor to pay
to be included in the directory, or the homeowner to pay to see the directory.
Our goal is to be free to everyone. It is also our goal to have tons of information
about the contractors including picture of their work, review and recommendation,
and full contact information. Eventually the directory will include every
state but we have decided to start with Colorado, as it is our home state.
Contractors: You may add yourself to the directory in your
area. It is totally free and we will be releasing other states and cities
as we get listings.
Homeowners: Tell your favorite contractors about this free
service.
Please check out our Colorado
Directory.
Here is a list of some latest DIY articles if you want to try it yourself.
Click on the links to the right to see groups of article by subject.
How To Install An Alcove Bathtub
An alcove bathtub is installed before finishing out the alcove with drywall or cement board and is installed with the nailing flange behind the drywall. The walls of the alcove surrounding the bathtub can be finished out with plastic or vinyl surrounds or ceramic tile. A drain waste overflow kit must be connected to the bathtub prior to installation. The kit contains all necessary components for proper drainage and to guard against overflow.
Everything You Need
Tools: hacksaw, level, ...
Wiring a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) Outlet
This article is about GFI outlet installation,click here to learn about GFI
breaker installation.
This article is for reference only and does not advocate that any homeowner work on thier own electrical system. This should be left to professionals.
A Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) outlet is designed to provide extra protection for wet areas. If does this by measuring the ...
Clogged Drain: How To Remove A Clog
There are about as many ways to unclog a drain as there are ways to clog a
drain. The best strategy for unclogging the drain will be based on the location
(kitchen sink , bathroom sink, ...
Granite Countertops: How To Save Thousands
Granite slab countertops are the hottest trend in kitchens and they are major selling point for any house or condominium.
Granite slab countertops are made of huge pieces of granite that must be matched with a slab that exists at the fabricator or the granite supplier. Since the slabs must be bigger than the final installed piece, there is always some material left over. This left over material is called a remnant (just like with carpets) and is usually left in a pile at slab fabricators. ...
Finding The Source Of A Roof Leak
If you see or hear water inside your house during or after a heavy rain, then you probably have a leak in your roof. The problem is that the water can travel long distances inside the house before is ...
