How to Repair Nail Pops and Drywall Cracks
Nail Pop Nail pops and drywall cracks are common cosmetic defects that can form in recently built homes, or in homes that have undergone recent drywall repairs. In most cases these cosmetic [...]
Don’t Pull Combustion Air from Bedrooms and Bathrooms
The dangers of having a gas fired appliance within a bedroom or other small space intended for occupation may seem obvious, however, these conditions are often found in older homes. Unfortunately, many people have [...]
How to Repair a Binding Door Jamb
Have you ever tried to close a door and it ends up binding or rubbing against the door jamb? Chances are you have; this is a common issue in homes. This problem can be [...]
Bug Screen Repair – DIY
Damaged bug screen. Do you have windows with missing or damaged screens? Tracking down the correct sized screens that fit into an older window can be difficult, and if you do find [...]
Winterizing Your Home in the Pacific Northwest
Wintertime in the Pacific Northwest brings many great outdoor activities; from skiing the slopes of Mount Hood to storm watching at Cannon Beach, wintertime in the PNW brings plenty of changes to our region. [...]
Sediment Traps / Drip Legs
The rarely noticed sediment trap, or drip leg, is an important part of any gas appliance. These small pipes that appear to be extensions of the gas line serve the purpose of collecting sediment, [...]