Though the month of October is primarily known for
Pumpkins, Goblins and Halloween, it is also a great month of the year for
outdoor home and yard projects. In particular, with its dry and comfortable
air temperatures it’s an excellent month for re-shingling your roof and/or
replacing old windows in your home.
If your home has got some years behind it, it may be
worth taking a look at your roof and checking the shape of your shingles. It is
better to find out this time of the year about potential roof leaks then to see
the water stains forming on your ceilings in January.
If your home’s shingles are in need of repair then you
may want to read our how-to article on
shingling a roof.
If your windows do not operate correctly or the glass is
hazy, you will want to read our article on
replacing a window. Window replacement is a
task that does not necessarily require a contractor and can save you a lot on
heating bills come winter. Also we have two new E-books this month that we have
announced on
Installing windows and
Installing Interior Window Trim. Each E-book is
loaded with pictures and provides clear and easy to understand instructions on
tackling these projects.
We also have a great
product review on Azek Trimboards. Azek
trimboards are made out of Cellular PVC and are manufactured for both interior
and exterior home building applications. PVC trimboards are quickly gaining
popularity as a replacement to wood based trim products due to their longevity
and low maintenance. See our article on
Azek Trimboards to learn more.
Finally, if you are considering a new ceramic tile
flooring project then you will want to take a look at our new article on
Ceramic Tile Flooring and Thinset mortar. This
article explains the differences between using Thinset mortar and mastic, and
how to use Thinset mortar on your ceramic floor tile project.
As always, if you have any specific Home Improvement
questions or would like to see articles on certain subjects send me an email at
contact@homeadditionplus.com.
Also, if you have pictures of your home or latest home
improvement project that you want to share with the HomeAdditionPlus.com community [Click
Here] and we will create your own home’s webpage.
Again, good luck with your home improvement projects and
enjoy October.
Shingling a Roof is a major undertaking for a
homeowner and extreme caution is required. This said, a Do It Yourselfer
homeowner can shingle or roof their own home with a little knowledge and the
right tools. [Read
More]
If your old wooden window is drafty, does not open or close well, or is
showing signs of water damage and decay, it is probably time to think about
replacing it with a state-of-the-art, Low-E glass, new vinyl clad window.[Read
More]
More and more homeowners are turning to man made
exterior door and window trim products to lower home maintenance tasks,
reduce building costs, and to extend the longevity of their homes. In
addition, installing exterior trim boards on a home can morph the appearance
of an otherwise ordinary vinyl clad home into that of a custom home. [Read
More]
How to use Thinset Mortar when Installing
Ceramic Tile Flooring
When installing ceramic tile flooring, you
should use a thinset mortar versus an organic mastic adhesive. Though
mastic comes ready-made and is easy to use, it does not stand up to the
rigors required of ceramic tile flooring, even Type 1 Mastic.[Read
More]
The
HomeAdditionPlus.com website continues to grow with many
more How To Tips and advice on home remodeling and repair for the
Do it Yourself Homeowner.
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