How to Test a Home’s Water Pressure

Are you experiencing water pressure issues in your home? If so, you may want to test your home's water pressure yourself. It is easy enough to do and it will help you determine what corrective actions to take. Here's how to do it: Checking an Existing Water Pressure Test Gauge There are two ways to test your home's water pressure. If you have a well, there is a good chance that your home's water system has already been outfitted with a water...

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Save Money by Washing and Detailing Your Own Motorcycle

For many motorcycle riders, their method of washing a motorcycle is running it down to the dealer and paying a hundred dollars for a motorcycle detailing job. For me, I'd be out thousands of dollars a year if I went with that option simply because I ride so much and am fearless about my riding. I'll even choose to ride in the rain and my bike shows it; with water spots on the chrome and dirt everywhere. I also choose to wash my own bike to make...

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Best Way to Clean Mildew Off Wood Decking, Vinyl Siding

Specialty Mildew Remover Vs. Household Bleach: Comparing How Each Removes Mildew Buying gallons of mildew cleaners is a waste of money. Some selling for as much as $20 per gallon such as Zinsser's JoMax House Cleaner and Mildew Killer, which is widely available, just don't work as well as standard household bleach, in my experience. After spraying on the undiluted liquid (one jug of concentrated JoMax is supposed to be diluted to make up to 20...

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5 Common Exterior Painting Mistakes to Avoid

These Common Painting Mistakes Can Cost You Painting the exterior of your home can save you lots of money, if you do it right. Do it wrong and it can cost you not only money but peace of mind. Depending on the type of mistake you make, it could cost you right now or a few years down the road. Either way, the best way to prepare yourself for painting the exterior of your home (or any building) is to inform yourself before you start. Here are 5...

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How to Restore Old Cedar Shingle Siding

If you've purchased a home with old cedar shingles, you may think that replacement is your only option. However, if there is no extensive insect damage or rot, the cedar shingle siding could be restored, rather than replaced. Although this job is fairly labor intensive and may require some time to complete, the amount you save when compared to replacing all of your exterior siding should make it worth while. Before beginning, decide whether you...

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