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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
You can lay new tile directly over an old tile floor, but only if the existing surface is flat, secure, and free from major cracks or movement. This approach can save you time and demo costs, but it comes with some trade-offs — especially when it comes to floor height and prep work. Expect to spend between $9 and $20 per square foot, including materials and labor. For a standard 100-square-foot bathroom, that’s about $900 to $2,000 total.
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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
Replacing a kitchen range hood is a relatively straightforward DIY project that can dramatically improve both the function and look of your kitchen. Whether your current hood is loud, outdated, or not venting properly, upgrading it typically costs between $200 and $1,000 for the unit, plus $100 to $400 if you hire an electrician for installation. All in, most homeowners spend $300 to $1,400 depending on the model and complexity of the wiring.
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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
Are there any lawn treatments that are safe for birds? I stopped having a professional lawn treatment service because it drove the birds away. -JeanPesticides – including weed killers, fungicides, insecticides, and rodenticides – can be highly toxic to birds, both by directly poisoning them and by altering the ecosystem they depend on for survival. It’s estimated that at least 67 millions birds die in the U.S. each year due to pesticide toxicity.
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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
If an electrical outlet (also known as a receptacle) is cracked or broken, the slots no longer grip the plug tightly, or the outlet doesn’t work properly, it needs to be replaced. Replacing a standard, 120-volt wall outlet is an easy DIY project that only requires a few tools and some basic knowledge of wiring. Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to replace an electrical outlet in your home.
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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Lora Novak |Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
If you’ve spotted tiny worms in your food or noticed small moths flying around your kitchen, you likely have an Indian meal moth infestation—commonly known as pantry moths. These pests sneak into your home through packaged food and multiply quickly, contaminating dry goods like flour, cereal, rice, pet food, and even bird seed. Getting rid of pantry moths requires a thorough cleanout of your pantry, as these pests lay eggs in food packaging and dark crevices.
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1 month ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
I want to install attic vent fans in my roof. Is there a formula on how many you need and the size? – LinHi Lin,Attic exhaust vent fans can reduce your air conditioning energy costs in the summer as well as prevent condensation and ice dams from forming during the winter. While most are wired into your home electrical system, solar-powered vent fans are available that require no electrical hookup.
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2 months ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
You can paint over ceramic tile walls in a bathroom, but you will lose some of the interesting characteristics of tile since the grout lines will be the same color as the tile. Also, you will have better luck if you avoid painting tile which receives a lot of water or wear, such as:Tile floorTile tub or shower surroundTile vanity countertopThere are two important components to painting ceramic tile—preparing the surface properly and using the right type of paint.
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2 months ago | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
I’ve seen the damage that voles (field mice) can do in a yard or garden; including vanishing bulbs, gnawed bark, crippled roots, nibbled stems, and pathways in the lawn. But it wasn’t until I got a cat that I got a good look at a vole itself!Don’t worry, animal-lovers, this little guy lived to nibble another day. But after being batted around by my cat in the yard, he didn’t seem to mind catching his breath for a minute in my gloved hand.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
A stuck toilet handle can disrupt the normal flushing process lead to water waste, and can cause higher utility bills. Fortunately, repairing a stuck toilet handle is often a simple DIY task that doesn’t require calling a plumber. This guide will help you diagnose the issue, provide step-by-step instructions for common repairs, and offer tips to prevent future problems. Before diving into repairs, it’s important to understand how a toilet handle system works.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Lipford Construction |A Décor
Bell peppers are a favorite in many gardens for their crisp texture and sweet flavor. However, sometimes gardeners find their carefully tended peppers have an unexpected bitter taste. This can be frustrating, but the good news is that with a few simple adjustments, it’s possible to avoid this bitter flavor. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind bitter-tasting peppers and give practical solutions so you’ll end up with sweet, flavorful bell peppers.
