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  #1 Randall Reynolds on 20 May 12

   

  There are times when the task at hand will simply be too much or too important for you to handle alone. That is when you resort to calling an actual professional. This article offers insight into some of the most popular do-it-yourself projects and identifies which projects are best left to a professional.
  
  Your plumbing should be insulated to weather cold winters well, as well as keep hot water hot while traveling from your water heater to your faucet. It's easy to find weatherizing tape or foam insulation to use on on your pipes. This will keep your pipes from freezing and bursting.
  
  Cover your important surfaces, such as floors and counter tops, to give them a layer of protection. This is important if your job consists of painting, demolition or any other project which could damage delicate surfaces. Protecting your things from paint, debris and careless tool use helps you avoid creating more fix-up projects. So, keep your walls protected from flying debris if you are not planning to repaint them. You should also cover fixtures and floors so they are not splattered with paint.
  
  An easy home improvement is replacing your mailbox. A newer, cleaner mailbox adds curb appeal and makes your home appear more modern. Check with your city to be sure you are familiar with the regulations before installing your new mailbox. This job shouldn't take too long to do.
  
  Look for low levels around your property, paying special attention to the areas around your home's foundation. Low areas on your property should get filled in with compacted soils so that water does not pool here during storms and cause erosion. If water pools up near your house, it can eat at the foundation of your house.
  
  Consider whether it is a good move to have a security alarm on while your house is showing for sale. An alarm might be essential if your home is not in a good area.
  
  Clean the gutters to make sure rain water drains correctly. A primary cause of water leaking into the basement is clogged gutters that result in rainwater running down along the side of your home. You want to clear your gutters long before these problems crop up.
  
  Make changes to your landscaping to help you add some nice curb appeal to your house. Your grounds can benefit from a whole host of attractive options, not just flowers and shrubs, but vines, mulches, and even beautiful stones, too. You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your landscaping does just that to visitors; it also increases home value.
  
  Try prints to brighten up a room. Pick bold colors and interesting designs to make the room pop out and shine. Animal prints are a good choice as well. Leopard print pillows or zebra striped cushions are a good choice, as are posters and wall art.
  
  Before you agree to have an alarm system installed, carefully consider its advantages and disadvantages. The security benefits of the alarm might be vital if your neighborhood is dangerous and you have already moved out of the house.
  
  Think about lights that detect motion if you're working on exterior lighting. These lights can alert you when nightly visitors or prowlers are walking on your property. Because these lights aren't on all night, they'll also reduce your electricity bill.
  
  Replacing the caulking and sealant around your windows is a quick home improvement project with great benefits, both in terms of economy and avoiding serious damage. You will make sure that you do not have any wetness of drafts coming in, this will inhibit the growth of mold and help lower heating bills. Simply use a chisel to remove the old caulk and replace it with new caulk.
  
  Real estate agents are the best people to consult before making any home improvements. They know what people are looking for and what helps sell a house.
  
  Once you are a few projects in, you can start to consider more ambitious projects. This is never a bad thing. The sky is the limit to the homeowner who prepares well and tackles home improvement work with diligence and strong self-education.
  
  
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  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">There are times when the task at hand will simply be too much or too important for you to handle alone. That is when you resort to calling an actual professional. This article offers insight into some of the most popular do-it-yourself projects and identifies which projects are best left to a professional.<br /><br />Your plumbing should be insulated to weather cold winters well, as well as keep hot water hot while traveling from your water heater to your faucet. It's easy to find weatherizing tape or foam insulation to use on on your pipes. This will keep your pipes from freezing and bursting.<br /><br />Cover your important surfaces, such as floors and counter tops, to give them a layer of protection. This is important if your job consists of painting, demolition or any other project which could damage delicate surfaces. Protecting your things from paint, debris and careless tool use helps you avoid creating more fix-up projects. So, keep your walls protected from flying debris if you are not planning to repaint them. You should also cover fixtures and floors so they are not splattered with paint.<br /><br />An easy home improvement is replacing your mailbox. A newer, cleaner mailbox adds curb appeal and makes your home appear more modern. Check with your city to be sure you are familiar with the regulations before installing your new mailbox. This job shouldn't take too long to do.<br /><br />Look for low levels around your property, paying special attention to the areas around your home's foundation. Low areas on your property should get filled in with compacted soils so that water does not pool here during storms and cause erosion. If water pools up near your house, it can eat at the foundation of your house.<br /><br />Consider whether it is a good move to have a security alarm on while your house is showing for sale. An alarm might be essential if your home is not in a good area.<br /><br />Clean the gutters to make sure rain water drains correctly. A primary cause of water leaking into the basement is clogged gutters that result in rainwater running down along the side of your home. You want to clear your gutters long before these problems crop up.<br /><br />Make changes to your landscaping to help you add some nice curb appeal to your house. Your grounds can benefit from a whole host of attractive options, not just flowers and shrubs, but vines, mulches, and even beautiful stones, too. You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your landscaping does just that to visitors; it also increases home value.<br /><br />Try prints to brighten up a room. Pick bold colors and interesting designs to make the room pop out and shine. Animal prints are a good choice as well. Leopard print pillows or zebra striped cushions are a good choice, as are posters and wall art.<br /><br />Before you agree to have an alarm system installed, carefully consider its advantages and disadvantages. The security benefits of the alarm might be vital if your neighborhood is dangerous and you have already moved out of the house.<br /><br />Think about lights that detect motion if you're working on exterior lighting. These lights can alert you when nightly visitors or prowlers are walking on your property. Because these lights aren't on all night, they'll also reduce your electricity bill.<br /><br />Replacing the caulking and sealant around your windows is a quick home improvement project with great benefits, both in terms of economy and avoiding serious damage. You will make sure that you do not have any wetness of drafts coming in, this will inhibit the growth of mold and help lower heating bills. Simply use a chisel to remove the old caulk and replace it with new caulk.<br /><br />Real estate agents are the best people to consult before making any home improvements. They know what people are looking for and what helps sell a house.<br /><br />Once you are a few projects in, you can start to consider more ambitious projects. This is never a bad thing. The sky is the limit to the homeowner who prepares well and tackles home improvement work with diligence and strong self-education.<br /><br /><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://basementfinishingtips.com">get some insight on how to finishg basement your basment</a></div>

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