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MY FENCE IS FALLING OVER – HOW DO I FIX IT?

DO YOU HAVE LEANING FENCES?

Leaning or sagging fences are a very common problem in backyards. If left unaddressed, unsupported fences can even detach completely and fall apart.

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TRIM WORK – KNOW QUALITY WHEN YOU SEE IT!

Trim styles in homes will vary by taste and design. But, regardless of design choices, trim work installations should always be held to a high level of standards.

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WHAT IS AN OSCILLATING MULTI-TOOL?!

This short article from The Honest Carpenter focuses on a tool that has helped revolutionize home repair: the oscillating multi-tool! See the multi-tool in action in our video below, and scope out...

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I NEED SOME PLANTER BOXES! – HOW DO I BUILD THEM?

Planter boxes come in all shapes and sizes. However, certain design elements are useful in all planter box projects!

This short article will provide a detailed description of how to build...

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WHAT IS A NORMAL HEIGHT FOR COUNTERTOPS?

In very old houses, you’ll find that the height of their countertops can vary. But in the mid-20th century, homebuilding exploded and countertop heights became standardized. That way,...

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DRILL VS DRIVER – TWO TOOLS, DIFFERENT USES

In this post, I explain the difference between a drill and an impact driver, or just “driver”. How are they different and what do we use them for?

Below is a video that Ethan did on the...

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BAD CONTRACTORS – 5 WAYS THEY CHEAT YOU!

I KNOW THAT THERE ARE GOOD CONTRACTORS OUT THERE

I want to start this article by saying that there are a lot of very good, honest contractors at work out there. I’m lucky enough to know a...

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MY BRICKMOULD DOOR TRIM IS ROTTED! HOW DO I REPAIR IT?

Brickmould–the trim around most doors and windows–is often the first part of a home exterior to rot. The bottom ends of brickmould pieces tend to soak up water sitting on the lower...

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I NEED TO REMOVE POP RIVETS – HOW DO I DO THAT?

Rivets are permanent fasteners often used to pin together gutters, straps, and other pieces of thin-gauge metal around your house. Rivets may seem difficult to remove–but a couple small...

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CAN YOU PAINT TREATED WOOD? YEP, WE SHOW YOU HOW!

Yes, you can paint treated wood! But, the process of painting treated wood is not quite as straightforward as it seems.

This short article and video from The Honest Carpenter will teach...

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MY DECK BOARDS ARE ROTTED! – HOW DO I REPLACE THEM?

Sun, rain, and foot traffic all work together to damage the deck boards of your deck. But, not all decking degrades at the same rate. Inevitably, some boards will show wear and tear early on, while...

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STEP LADDER TIPS – HERE ARE 6 GREAT ONES!

Step ladders have many more functions than most people realize. This short article and video from The Honest Carpenter will teach you 6 of the most helpful step ladder tricks and secrets! (Note: #4...

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