Gutter cleaning accidents happen quite often because it is one of the most dangerous chores there is to do as a homeowner. You need to make sure you are following safe procedures and using the right gutter cleaning equipment. Always remember that it is always safer to hire a professional because they have the experience, equipment, and insurance to protect them and you.
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Gutter Cleaning Safety
by Rod McTavish on Aug 10. 2010 in Maintenance and Repair
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The Importance of Cleaning Your Gutters
by Rod McTavish on Jun 10. 2010 in Maintenance and Repair
Almost all homes are built with some sort of guttering system – a series of gutters and downspouts that are attached to the roof line of the home and that run down along the side edges to channel water away from the house to the ground below. This system is important because it keeps water from traveling through the edges of the roof, down the walls, in the windows, and ultimately into the house, where it can cause all sorts of problems.
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Cleaning Your Crystal Light Chandelier
by Rod McTavish on Apr 20. 2010 in Lighting, Maintenance and Repair, Tips and Advice
At the center of your room, there at the very top, lies an extremely grand and elegant crystal chandelier light. You are satisfied with its performance as a light and have been overwhelmed with the incredible responses you get from your friends. Now you’re only problem is getting it cleaned! Crystal chandeliers are exceedingly delicate light fixtures that require particular care and attention.
In order for you to clean the crystal light chandelier, use a different source of light as you cannot use the light from the chandelier lighting. Then, you turn off the power for the chandelier and be sure to tape over the wall switch, or make a signage that someone is working with the chandeliers, to avoid accidental powering up of it. Then, start wrapping the bulbs with a brown bag and secure them with an elastic band. You are now ready to start cleaning your chandeliers.
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Tips for Repairing Dishwashers
by Rod McTavish on Apr 17. 2010 in Maintenance and Repair
Dishwashers are your friendliest kitchen buddies. They make your life in the kitchen more entertaining and stress-free. Because they are indispensable machines, you need to keep them in good condition if you want to enjoy quality time with your family. During malfunctions of the machine, you need to take abrupt actions for repairing dishwashers. You life will be in a complete mess without them. When repairing dishwashers, here are some do-it-yourself tips you can follow before bringing them back to the dealer. If you have a portable dishwasher then returning to the store is not so much of a hassle.
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Information On The Ventless Gas Fireplace
by Rod McTavish on Apr 07. 2010 in Heating/Cooling, Maintenance and Repair
A ventless gas fireplace provides you with the ultimate way to sufficiently heat a room. The use of this type of fireplace is relatively controversial (they are banned in some States in the US), however, it is convenient to install as you are not required to possess a chimney, a flue or external vent ducts. Ventless gas fireplaces are also referred to as heaters. They make us of a natural gas like propane for combustion. It burns this gas with the oxygen in the room.
Everyone Needs Some Guidance Replacing Kitchen Taps
by Rod McTavish on Mar 04. 2010 in Kitchen, Maintenance and Repair
A little guidance is needed every now and then when a home owner starts a renovation project; Franke kitchen taps are no different. Here are a few tips to help you out. Take a look at the instructions below, to see if there are any steps that you may have left out of the process.
Basic Air Conditioner Repair and Maintenance
by Rod McTavish on Feb 23. 2010 in Heating/Cooling, Maintenance and Repair
Having a home air conditioning unit is one of the greatest assets for your house. Without proper maintenance, it can also be one of the costliest. If you are forced to call a company like Air Conditioner Repair Atlanta, you may end up paying big time for neglecting to do basic maintenance. Why would you want one of the things that bring you greatest pleasure in the summertime to break? With a little general maintenance, you can keep your unit running smoothly, and avoid a high repair bill. Your unit has two main components, the outdoor unit or condenser and the indoor unit or the evaporator. Where you live will help you to decide how often you need to care for your unit. If you live in a high wind area, or a dry and dusty area, you may have to do more maintenance.
AC Repair and Maintenance
by Rod McTavish on Feb 22. 2010 in Heating/Cooling, Maintenance and Repair
Just a few easy steps in caring for an air conditioner(ac) can save money and extend the life of an air conditioner. Like most home devices, air conditioners need basic maintenance to reduce cooling costs and to stay comfortable in hot weather.
The ideal time to do maintenance is when an air conditioner is not in use; in the springtime or early fall. Like plumbing, it is best not to wait until a pipe freezes to fix a problem that could have been prevented. If you can avoid calling a company like AC Repair Atlanta when your unit goes out, you can save yourself a lot of headache, discomfort, and money.
Toilet Parts and Functions
by Rod McTavish on Feb 10. 2010 in Maintenance and Repair
There are many parts that make a toilet work. These parts are mostly inside the tank of the toilet. Most toilet parts are easily replaced. If your toilet is not outdated you will be able to find parts to fix it.
The toilet handle is a part that operates the flushing mechanism. The handle system has parts on the outside as well as the inside of the tank. Once in a while parts in this mechanism can wear or break. The handle assembly lifts the flapper to release water into the bowl. The flapper is another of several toilet parts. It’s purpose is to seal water between the tank and the bowl. It acts as a valve. When lifted by the handle it releases the water into the tank. This causes the toilet to flush.
Painting Your House? Don’t Miss the Most Important Step
by Rod McTavish on Jan 28. 2010 in Maintenance and Repair
We are Wichita painters. It’s what I do for a living. I have been doing it for a lot time, and I’m pretty good at it. It’s truly a skill, even though it can be learned by almost anyone. And, like many other professions of craft, the devil is often in the details.
Today I want to talk about the most important step when painting the exterior of your house. It is a simple step, though sometimes a physically demanding step, and it’s the step a lot of people often slack on, resulting in bad house painting jobs. What I am I talking about? I’m talking about the prep work.
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