Updated Articles and Resources
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How To Install a Garage Door
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
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Tuesday, December 06, 2011
A new garage door can improve the appearance of almost any house. Learn how to install the door yourself in this step-by-step instructional article. -
Garage Conversion - Share your garage conversion story
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
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Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Share your garage conversion experience or expectation with other readers. -
Building Codes and Concrete Slab Foundations
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Monday, September 19, 2011
Updated:
Monday, September 19, 2011
Building codes are often inadequate protections against construction failures. Learn how you can protect yourself against expensive, but perfectly -
Shopping for a New Garage Door
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
Great advice on what to look for when shopping for a new garage door. -
Blown-In Insulation - Cut Energy Bills with Blown-In Insulation in the Attic
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Thursday, December 03, 2009
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Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Step by step instructions for how to add blown-in insulation to your attic. -
Concrete Resurfacing FAQs
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Friday, September 02, 2011
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Friday, September 02, 2011
Thinking about resurfacing a driveway, garage floor or other concrete surface? Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about concrete resurfacing. -
How To Resurface Concrete
Created:
Friday, September 02, 2011
Updated:
Friday, September 02, 2011
Old, worn concrete surfaces (driveways, sidewalks, garage floors, patios) can be given a brand new look with concrete resurfacer. Learn how any DIYer can do the job. -
Best Choices in Electric Space Heaters
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Monday, December 13, 2010
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Shopping for a new electric space heater can be confusing. Learn which types of heaters work best for your home. -
Types of Insulation for Your Garage
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Wednesday, December 03, 2008
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Choosing the best insulation for your garage. -
Basic Drywall Finishing Techniques
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Monday, August 25, 2008
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Step-by-step instructions on finishing drywall. -
Garage Door Opener Repair - Replacing Worn Gears
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Monday, August 22, 2011
Updated:
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Worn gears are a common cause of garage door opener failures. Learn how assess the gears and, if necessary, replace them. -
Finishing Drywall Corners
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Monday, August 25, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Simple step-by-step instructions on how to finish drywall corners. -
Venetian Plaster - How To Apply Venetian Plaster
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Monday, June 22, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
A step-by-step tutorial on how to apply venetian plaster. -
Drywall Repair Assessment
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Saturday, August 30, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
How to assess the type of damage to your drywall. -
Garage Door Opener FAQs - Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Garage Door Openers
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Sunday, September 14, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Answers to common questions about buying and installing a garage door opener. -
Concrete Slab - Tips for a Better Garage Floor
Created:
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Updated:
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Need a new concrete slab for your garage? Here is the information you need to make sure you get a slab that will last as long as the house. -
Genie Garage Door Openers
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Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Updated:
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Here is all of the basic information you need to buy and install a Genie garage door opener. -
What's New in Gypsum Drywall
Created:
Monday, July 25, 2011
Updated:
Monday, July 25, 2011
Here are some new products relating to drywall installation and repair that could make your job much easier. Pros and DIYers alike should take notice. -
Replacing Garage Door Springs Created:
Monday, July 18, 2011
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
When a torsion spring on your garage door breaks, you really shouldn't even think about trying to replace the spring yourself. Learn what one person did instead. -
Garage Door Remotes - Repairs, Replacements and Upgrades Created:
Saturday, July 09, 2011
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Thursday, July 14, 2011
Find answers to your questions about repairing, replacing or improving the operation of your garage door remote control. -
Garage Door Remotes and Garage Security Created:
Saturday, July 09, 2011
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Thursday, July 14, 2011
Steps you can and should take to prevent strangers from using the garage door remote to access your house. -
Taking Care of Garage Door Tracks Created:
Friday, July 01, 2011
Updated:
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Garage door tracks allow the door to open and close. Find out what can happen when the tracks no longer function properly . . . and how to fix the problem. -
A Guide to Garage Door Size Created:
Monday, June 27, 2011
Updated:
Monday, June 27, 2011
Garage doors have grown over the years to accommodate larger vehicles. If you have questions about your existing garage door size, or are planning a new garage, here are answers to some common ques.. -
Garage Door Repair and Maintenance Created:
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
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Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Having trouble with your garage door? Want to try and fix it yourself? Here are some practical and simple tips for getting your garage door back in operation. -
Garage Door Springs - What You Need To Know Created:
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Updated:
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Garage door springs are important to the opening and closing of a garage door, but they can also be dangerous to work on. Learn what you need to know about your garage door springs. -
How To Install a Garage Door Opener Created:
Monday, June 06, 2011
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Monday, June 06, 2011
Save money by installing your own garage door opener. Learn how in this step-by-step article. -
Garage Sale - Tips on Organizing a Successful Garage Sale Created:
Monday, May 30, 2011
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Sunday, June 05, 2011
Some garage sales succeed, others fail. Find out how you can make sure that yours is as successful as possible with these tips. -
Brick Pavers - Pros and Cons of a Brick Paver Driveway Created:
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
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Sunday, June 05, 2011
Thinking about installing a brick paver driveway? Find the answers you need to make the right choice. -
Permeable Paving Options for Residential Driveways Created:
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Updated:
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Driveways built with permeable materials reduce rainwater runoff into our waterways and water treatment facilities. They also tend to be low-cost choices. Learn about the different types of permeab.. -
Soil Cement - Create a Low-Cost, Long-Lasting Surface with Soil Cement Created:
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Updated:
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Although the technique has been in use for 75 years, few homeowners know about the durable and inexpensive technique of soil cement. Learn how to use this DIY-friendly process for surfacing your d.. -
Asphalt Driveway Edging with Cobblestone Pavers Created:
Thursday, May 12, 2011
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Thursday, May 12, 2011
Learn how to provide attractive and functional cobblestone edging to an asphalt driveway. -
Before You Buy Garage Cabinets Created:
Monday, June 23, 2008
Updated:
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
How to choose garage cabinets that best suit your needs.