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Bob's Home Repair Blog May 2007 Archive

By Bob Formisano, About.com Guide to Home Repair

"Miss Dig" Gets Another Phone Number: 811

Tuesday May 29, 2007
Miss Dig has been around in Michigan since 1970. That's a long time and she's served the state very well over the years. But the FCC has determined ... Read More

Screen Repair in a Metal Frame

Thursday May 24, 2007
As windows open and fresh air comes into our homes, sometimes you'll find a screen that needs to be replaced or repaired. The old screen could be ripped, loose ... Read More

Repairing Top 10 Exterior Paint Problems

Monday May 21, 2007
Spring is here and if you're like me, fixing up the exterior of your home is on the "To-Do" list. But before you go picking house colors (as Architecture guide Jackie ... Read More

Building a Deck This Summer?

Thursday May 17, 2007
If you're building or replacing a deck board this summer, then you'll be faced with one of the oldest questions in deck construction. Should the boards be placed bark ... Read More

De-Mystify The Tankless Water Heater

Sunday May 6, 2007
Seems we're looking for instant anything these days. But one thing you want quickly in the home is hot water! Getting nearly instant hot water for your shower, hand or ... Read More

How to Paint a Room Like a Pro!

Wednesday May 2, 2007
Ah, spring cleaning and fix up! As the windows and doors to our homes once again open for Spring, it seems like it's that time of year to start ... Read More

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