Learn about the white, powdery growth called efflorescence: What it is, where it grows, whether it's dangerous, and how to get rid of it.

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Painting aluminum siding can be a cost-effective alternative to replacing it - if you prepare siding properly beforehand. Find out the key steps to an effective paint job that can last 8 to 10 years. 

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Find out whether you need to put in metal mesh when you are pouring a concrete sidewalk. Learn how wire mesh makes concrete stronger, and why it is typically used for driveways and patios rather than sidewalks. Get tips on pouring a sidewalk in narrow

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Find out how to get rid of an odor from your front load washing machine. Get tips on cleaning the door seal with a bleach-based product to eliminate the odor.

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Seeing leaky basement walls after a heavy rain? The fix is easier than you think! Learn why basement walls leak after heavy rains and the simple solution to stop the flow of water for good.

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With a wide variety of gutter guards on the market, find out which is most effective in keeping gutters clean and clear of clogs or leaks.  Learn why reverse-curve gutter guards are especially effective in preventing clogs and get tips on how to

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Cracks in wood can be filled easily with wood putty and then painted. But once the weather hits, is it still good? Listen here to find out!

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If you have a new pressure treated wood deck, is it OK to stain it now, or should yo wait? Find out with smart smart steps for staining pressure treated wood.

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Find out why repairing the loose tile in your shower floor is a big project: You have to tear out the tile and replace the shower pan. If it's not leaking, you don't have a responsibility to repair it, and you'd be better off using your money

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Find out the quickest and cheapest fix for broken window seals.  These seals cannot be repaired, and curtains can hide the stained, cracked seals.

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