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Have you encountered a stubborn Phillips head screw that won’t budge after fastening it into a hole? It’s likely that the friction used to tighten the screw initially is making it impossible to unscrew. The next time this happens on a job, try persuading the screw to loosen with a hammer. Insert your screwdriver into…
While many people take advantage of unused spaces and second homes as rental locations, short term rentals have become increasingly popular, edging out property owners in the market who are looking for guests willing to sign contracts for lengthier stays. Part of this trend is due to services like Airbnb, which allow leisure and business…
Your listing is under contract, that’s good news. But your work is not done yet, and the last thing you want is a delay. Use this list of eight easy tips to make sure the home inspection goes smoothly. 1. Give Them Gas The inspector needs the gas (including pilot lights), electric, and water supplies…
Do you know everything your homeowner’s insurance covers? Probably not. Your policy covers lots of things you likely haven’t thought of, so we compiled a list of items that most people aren’t typically aware are included. Your Collection of Accessories Your homeowner’s insurance usually covers damage to your jewelry, semi-precious and precious stones, and valuable…
Painting your home can get messy. There’s no telling where the paint will fly. It’s always best to cover anything important, including flooring. The easiest drop cloth to use to cover your flooring while painting is a vinyl tablecloth. Most party stores and big box stores such as Walmart and Target carry them in multiple…
If you’ve used a measuring square before, then you know it can sometimes be a challenge to keep the square in exactly the right spot while you do your measurements. You set your square to the right place, move a hand to start drawing your line and then the square shifts and your line is…
We’ve all had that problem before: you need to plug something in, but your home doesn’t have a nearby electrical outlet. Instead, you have to string together extension cords, which can behazardous on their own, in addition to causing clutter. Of course, adding in an electrical outlet can be a hassle. But, if you happen…
