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Brick can be a lovely look in your home, but exposed, raw brick isn’t always the best choice for your decorative vision. Knowing how to paint brick can let you transform any classic brick surface into the color of your dreams. Brick in Your Home Brick is a classic exterior home finish, but can...
Concrete is a strong, durable, weather-resistant material perfect for paths, driveways, patios, pool surrounds, barbecue areas, firepits, landscape curbing, and more. But what do you do when you need to make changes to your concrete? Instead of breaking up and tearing out an entire concrete fixture...
The beauty of sheet rock (also referred to as drywall), is that it’s very easy to repair. With just a few tools and materials, it is a job that can easily be accomplished by the average homeowner; leaving the wall as if the damage had never occurred. The perfect time to repair your drywall is when...
Winter brings seasonal challenges to every business, and snow can get in the way of all types of work. Snow removal equipment can be useful, even necessary, to overcome icy obstacles, but it isn’t always wise or possible to buy the snow removal equipment you may need. Depending on your needs,...
Having thoughts of transforming that empty attic or basement into something useful this year? Turn the extra time you are forced to spend indoors this winter tackling the project. Research shows, you won’t regret it. The average size of the American home has only grown over the past few decades...
As winter approaches, it is a good time to finish a variety of home projects, both indoors and outdoors. Not only will these projects help make your home more comfortable, but they can also improve energy efficiency and prepare your property to safely withstand the winter storms to come. 10 Best...
It is easy for anyone’s backyard to become a mess during the fall months. It eventually leads to a long list of things you would like to do before the winter comes. Most people do not own the equipment for a proper fall yard cleanup. This includes equipment such as chippers, aerators, leaf blowers,...
Whether you want to update your home’s look to match your personality, meet your family’s changing needs, or prepare for a property sale, there are many easy projects you can consider. These top home updates are sure to refresh your home and give you pride of ownership in this very important space....
Your lawn is a key part of your home’s appearance and curb appeal, and a lush, healthy lawn shows pride of ownership and dedicated care of your property. Even a well-maintained lawn, however, can develop problems. Fortunately, many common lawn problems are also easily fixed, once you recognize the...
As you’re looking out your window, coffee cup in hand and all you see is snow I can understand that it must be hard to think about spring and your lawn. Yet, no matter how many feet of snow are still left, you should start giving some thought about getting your lawn into shape this spring. Like...
Water or dirt? It doesn’t matter because the wet/dry vacuum can pick up both. The versatility of wet/dry vacs are the reason that many people choose to rent or own them. Here are just a few reasons you may choose to use one:1) FloodingIf you’ve got a lot of water starting to come up and you don’t...
With the brilliant colors of changing leaves and ripening harvests, autumn is a beautiful season, but as leaves fall and plants wilt, it is also a messy one. Fall cleanup doesn’t have to be overwhelming, however, and it is easy to keep your property in peak condition through the changing season....
We are quickly approaching the dethatching season, which is a great time to rent a power rake and aerator. Check your local rental store for deals they may offer on these items. Here are a few tips regarding dethatching and aerating so you know what you're getting into before you start. Thatch is...
With summer around the corner, now is a good time to think about the things you’ll do in the beautiful weather ahead. Mowing, trimming, and weeding can be tedious, but if you have a larger plan in mind, it can be very rewarding. And, if you stop by your local rental center, you can ensure that you...
When it comes to the beautiful summer weather, we learn to take the good with the bad. Sometimes though, Mother Nature tends to get a bit too cranky. Whether she throws us a typical summer storm or even hits us a little harder, it’s best to know what to do. Below, we share some before and after...
<p>Whether you are new to home improvement or an old pro, there’s one thing that they both have in common: you need to have the right tools for the job. Since the pros use them on a regular basis, it makes sense for them to own their tools. For the homeowner, however, renting may be the better...
If you’re planning on having any sort of buffet, then chafing dishes are essential. Chafing dishes effectively keep hot foods hot and are perfect for helping your guests to help themselves. Here are some tips for using chafing dishes: Preparation Most chaffing dishes use Sterno™ (small cans of...
Tiling a shower is a great way to revamp your entire bathroom. The different options and styles available open up a ton of opportunity to create something that is truly unique and different. Long gone are the days of dingy white tiles or the classic vintage pink tiles that can be found in old homes...
At your next big get-together, block party, birthday bash, or fundraising function make sure that you rent a popcorn popper! To create your own "party effect" by popping 4-5 batches in a row to fill the popcorn window and step back to watch your guests line up!Please read the following important...
It is easy for anyone’s backyard to become a mess during the fall months. It eventually leads to a long list of things you would like to do before the winter comes. Most people do not own the equipment for a proper fall yard cleanup. This includes equipment such as chippers, aerators, leaf blowers,...
No matter how well you care for your lawn, some pests and problems are bound to appear, but you can be prepared for these top 10 common lawn and garden problems and take steps right away to minimize any unwanted difficulties. Dandelions One of the most aggravating lawn weeds, dandelions are found...
Think about renovating your lawn if it's looking dead or overrun with weeds and there's no hope in sight. Lawn renovation can be done in a day with hard work and a few rental tools. This time make sure that you take care of your lawn carefully so you won't be needing to do this again soon! ...
As the weather gets warmer and winter’s ice and snow fades into chilly memory, we begin to think about opening the house up and doing our spring cleaning. With all of the warm summer months ahead of us and all of the projects we like to accomplish, wouldn’t it be nice to still find the time to...
Whether you are new to home improvement or an old pro, there’s one thing that they both have in common: you need to have the right tools for the job. Since the pros use them on a regular basis, it makes sense for them to own their tools. For the homeowner, however, renting may be the better option,...
While most of us use spring and summer to focus on outdoor projects and lawn maintenance, winter can be a great time to turn your attention indoors. This winter, why not take on a bathroom remodel as your New Year’s resolution! We often see our clients turn a blind eye to indoor projects; and...
