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In Memoriam

Robert S. Seibold Sr.AGE: 87 • Landing Robert S. Seibold, Sr., 87, of Landing, NJ passed away Monday, August 4th, 2014 at Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown. Robert was born in Belleville and was a resident of King Cove in Landing. He served in the U.S. Navy, 1944 - 1946 during WW II. He...

Home Preparation Tips for Summer Storms

You take the good with the bad. A fact of life that is all too true in relation to summer weather. While Mother Nature can spoil us with her bright sunny days and warm breezes, she still manages to let us know who’s in charge now and then. While the temptation may be to enjoy the nice days to their...

Gutter Installation Tips

Gutters play an important role in keeping your home safe from water damage. Without them, your foundation can be weakened over time; water can seep into your basement, or at the very least, splash onto your siding or damage landscaping and foliage below. During the winter, gutters aid in directing...

DIY Tips for Installing a French Drain

A French drain is typically used to alleviate drainage issues in your yard, lawn or garden. These problems often occur in situations where land is at or near the bottom of a slope. The water then settles (especially in areas with dense, poorly draining soil) and can create a swampy, often unusable...

Deck Building & Mold Prevention

Of course, homeowners bear the greatest burden for keeping new decks free from mold, but there are some things a builder can do: Gap the decking properly (minimum 1/8”) for drainage. Pitch the deck properly away from the house for drainage (minimum 1/8” in 8’). Space the ledger away from the wall...

Getting the Most Use Out of Your Deck

We all know that the deck is the place to be when it comes to barbecuing and relaxing in the sun. With all of the time and money invested in your deck, doesn’t it make sense to enjoy it as often as possible? A lot of innovations have come to pass for decks, providing many simple and affordable ways...

Tips on How to Fix a Squeaky Floor

As most homeowners know, squeaky floors come with the territory. Usually the older the house, the more squeaks you have to contend with. While they may come in handy for detecting intruders or midnight-snackers, they are mostly just annoying. If you’re looking to sell your home, they can be...

Maintaining your Hot Water Heater

Few household appliances are depended on more and thought about less than the hot water heater. For many homeowners, installing or replacing the hot water heater is the only time this essential appliance enters their minds.The fact is, a little routine maintenance can not only prolong the life of...

Using WD-40 to Clean Tools

There are only a few things on this planet that are known to fix nearly anything. WD-40 is one of them --I'm sure that duct tape and bailing twine are near the top of that list, as well. One of the many uses of WD-40 that you may not have thought of, is cleaning tools. Whether they are rusty or...

How to Make your Bathroom More Energy Efficient

When it comes to energy use in your home, only the kitchen rivals the bathroom. If your home has more than one bathroom, the energy use can increase even more. Large amounts of heat, water and lighting are used in the bathroom every day, by every member of the household.Obviously, it would be a...

Your Guide to Glues

Acrylic Glue: can be used on vinyl, rubber, metals, stone and plastic, but its primarily used on melamine.Adhesive Caulk: waterproof and not requiring clamps, it’s best used to bond wood, fiberglass, carpeting, vinyl, tile and concrete; usually used to attach kitchen backsplashes and exterior trim...

Fall Protection Equipment Improvements

Fall Protection Equipment Improvements Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) officials said recent technological improvements in fall protection equipment was a factor in the decision to tighten standards for residential contractors.Although home builders and roofing...

Weatherstripping Isn't Just for Winter

When most people think of using weatherstrip, they think of it as a way of keeping the cold out; that it’s all part of winterizing their home. The only problem is, since they think of it as a winter related thing, they don’t usually address the issue until winter. Then it’s cold out and who wants...

Use System Thinking On Your Next Roofing Project.

There is more to roofing than just nailing down shingles. A roofing system must also adequately ventilate the attic space. Proper roof ventilation prevents shingles from curling and reduces energy bills. Research shows that a simple balanced system of soffit vents and continuous ridge vents is the...

How to Build the Perfect Patio

Creating a new living space outside is easier than building one indoors. Building the perfect patio is easier because you do not have to deal with walls, ceilings, doors, and windows. As long as you have a floor, you have everything you need, which makes building the perfect patio an easy and...

Tips For Staining Your Wood Deck

Staining your deck is a fairly simple task and it can keep your deck looking vibrant year after year. If your deck needs to be stained, here’s how to do it: Clean it Take your grill, furniture, etc. off of your deck and get out your pressure washer. Use the washer on the deck to get the extra gunk...

Preparing Your Mower For Its First Swipe At Your Lawn

Your mower has been sitting around all winter and probably hasn’t been touched since you last mowed your lawn. You’ve decided it’s time to get back on and mow. Here are some ideas on what you should do to get your mower back into tip-top shape. Change the fluids and plugsUnless you used some fuel...

Snow Fence Installation Tips

As winter arrives with its heavy drifts and winds, you may find yourself wanting to install a more significant substitute for your constant plowing, snow blowing and shoveling. Snow fences are typically used to re-direct drifting snow and force it to accumulate elsewhere. Traditionally, these are...

Different Types of Window Materials and Their Advantages

Are you looking for replacement windows for your home or business? With so many types to choose from today, it can be a daunting task to choose the right windows to fit your needs. Generally, the different materials for windows actually refer to the material of the window frame. However, you can...

For Cleaner Air: Carpet or Wood Flooring?

Both the Hardwood flooring and the Carpet industry have their own views on which flooring is the healthiest choice for your home. Below we’ll try to cut through the marketing and clear the air. And yes, that pun had to happen. First, it would be good to note that if you take care of your flooring...

Tips for Weatherization

Poor weatherproofing cannot only cause discomfort in your home, but also leads to high heat and energy costs that can easily be prevented. Weatherization is a very simple concept. During the summer it means keeping the heat out, and during the winter it means keeping the heat in. This can be a big...

Job Site Tip: Sealing Ductwork

Mastic is a sealant paste applied to joints and connection in ductwork, and can be used on cracks up to 1/4” wide. Use fiberglass mesh to help seal holes larger than 1/4” wide. Foil tape and butyl-backed foil tape can be used to seal holes and cracks as well. To achieve a good seal for a long time,...

Vinyl Windows Save Energy

When it comes to offering homeowners superior energy efficiency, quality vinyl windows are still the way to go. Vinyl frame and insulated glass reduce heating and cooling loss better than wood, steel and aluminum frame windows. But it’s not just the material that matters – it’s the quality of...

Roofing Materials Storage Quick-Tip

Proper storage and handling of roofing materials at the job site ensures peak performance.Insulation, underlayment, felts, and polymer-modified bitumen sheets should be stored indoors; water-based adhesives, acrylic coatings and emulsions should be protected from freezing. If indoor storage is not...

Vinyl Window Installation Tips

It’s best to review manufacturer instructions before installing vinyl windows. However, the following procedures are generally accepted practices to prevent leaks and callbacks: To start, be sure to size the rough opening according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Most specify an opening...