In this Tips and tricks page, we will show you DIY home improvement tips, videos, and tutorials that you can do as a homeowner to save money during your Renovation.
Making a temporary dust barrier
Level: 1 (Easy) No use of power tools
In this day an age dust barriers are being used more and more. With the current Covid-19 pandemic it helps to be able to isolate rooms and areas in order to maintain or conduct business. In this video we use the Re_u_zip system to create a temporary barrier while we renovate a bathroom.
Update your curb appeal
Level: 1 (Easy) No use of power tools
Did you know? Simply painting your front door can add perceived value to your home, which in turn gives you a greater return on investment per dollar spent.
Painting tips
Level: 1 (Easy) No use of power tools
Quick and easy way to spruce up your home is with a fresh coat of paint. We show you how can save your rollers for future use and forgo the headache of cleaning them.
Save big on multi tool blades
Level 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
Multi tools are a must to any renovation, however blades for these tools wear quickly and can be quite costly. Join us as we teach you how to sharpen these tools quickly and efficiently saving you hundreds
Making carpet removal a breeze
Level: 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
Adding value to your home on a budget can be tricky, Saving on your renovation starts on day one. Most people will be able to remove carpet themselves. Know how you can do this quickly and efficiently using a pneumatic roof cutter with a hook blade.
Keep your pencil close
Level: 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
One of the simplest tools you use as a Handyman, carpenter, contractor is your pencil. Keep this tool by your side for quick and easy grab and go, never to worry about the last place you used it.
Installing shoe molding
Level: 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
Fewer holes to fill saves you time and money, follow this great tip to hide those nasty little nail holes.
Drywall cutting made easy
Level: 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
Whether you're a beginner or a weekend warror drywall is often the most over looked profession. Professional finish starts with professional cuts. learn this quick and easy way to cut drywall like the pro's.
Hanging sheetrock in small spaces
Level: 2 (Easy) Low use of power tools
Hanging sheetrock becomes more difficult in smaller areas, House MD shows you how youcan hang full sheets of sheetrock without creating to many butt joints.
How to remove wall paper seams
Level 4 (Moderate) Basic knowledge of tools and simple spackling techniques
It's no surprise that at some point in your life you will come across painted over wallpaper. Removing these seams can be annoying and costly. With a little know how you can effectively erase the wallpaper from the walls without teating down the walls.
Cleaning Old Copper pipe
Level: 4 (Moderate) Medium use of power tools and mid DIY skills .
Whether your new to Plumbing or have been in it for years efficiently cleaning copper pipes is key to a good solder joint. Learn how to automate that process this simple how-to video.
Deck Building 101, Setting Spindles
Level: 4 (Moderate) Medium use of power tools and mid DIY skills .
Proper layout is the key; Measure the full length of railing from post to post, find the center and mark it. Use that line to set your first spindle, making sure that your first spindle is level before you moving onto your wooden block spacer. Then moving out towards the posts continue to set each spindle using the wood block. Finish off your install with 1 1/2 predrilled deck screws, for a long-lasting deck.
Tile Floor Prepration
Level: 5 (Moderate) Medium use of power tools and mid DIY skills .
Installing Hardiebacker to prep for tile installation. Made easy with the use of a modified sheetrock gun using flooring screws.
Installing Old work High Hat Lighting
Level: 6 (Moderate) High use of power tools, mild DIY skills, Basic Knowledge of electrical wiring.
Lasers are a great way to help layout and align new High hat lighting to existing rooms with out making a mess.
Slab Door Install In 60 Seconds
Level: 7 (Moderate) High use of power tools and mid to advanced DIY skills
Quick 60-second video that will Help any DIY'er or professional learn the basic's to complete this task with little to no effort.
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