December 31, 2009
Drywall/ Plaster Repair – In Lakewood, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland, where I do most of my rehabilitation work, cracks and holes in the plaster are common. You will experience similar issues in Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh or any other industrial city throughout the east or Midwest. Holes in plaster are often the result of water infiltration, the result of vandalism, but could be the sign of more serious foundation issues. Once the root cause is fixed, patch the area with inch drywall. Secure the drywall to the hole with at least 2 drywall screws. Insert your rotozip near the edge of your hole and cut the drywall by pressing the rotozip blade against the remaining plaster. Once your piece is cut, secure it with multiple drywall screws, mud the gaps, tape, re-mud then sand to a smooth finish. When dealing with floors bellow ground level if Basment Waterproofing is needed call a professional like before you Repair the walls.
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October 28, 2009
If your house has been on the market for a while then you know how rough it is to sell a home. Prices are still dropping in most parts of the country and there are more home sellers than buyers at the moment. The key to increasing your home’s value and then sell your house quickly is to set it apart from other homes in the area by giving it more desirable features. Here are some great home improvements to consider:
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