Clean and lubricate your vinyl windows to help them slide easily and more smoothly. Over time window tracks trap dust and debris that can make them difficult to open and close. Servicing windows at least once a year by examining the weatherstripping and cleanliness of the track will keep them working well into the future. Clean the track along with the glass next time you wipe down your windows and improve your vinyl windows functionality and not just the view.

How to Hack any Garage Door. Hacking into your garage door may be necessary if you have lost your garage door opener or the programming is messed up not allowing you access. This can be done with just a few simple household items and a little knowledge. Things You Will Need + Electrical tape Butter knife Remote control to garage door opener USB cord Laptop Sharp knife Gather the things you will need to accomplish this task.

If you are considering buying a new dryer, you will need to decide where you plan to place your new dryer. You also need to figure out approximately how much laundry you need to do each week. Small families or single people can generally purchase a smaller dryer even if they have a larger space to place it in, whereas large families most likely will need a large-capacity dryer. You also need to think about what type of washer you have or you are going to purchase.

Estimating costs for a basement addition is not an exact science, with many factors contributing to the final number. In the face of so many variables, it is difficult to provide a cut and dried answer that fits every situation. Building a basement addition is usually cheaper than adding a second floor. Basement construction expenses are normally discussed in terms of a cost per square foot of floor space, with a range running from $20 per square foot, if it's a renovation project on which you do some of the labor yourself, to $70 per square foot or more for a full addition created from the ground up.

A steam pipe is simply a conveyance for steam. The steam is generally used to power an engine, whether it be a locomotive, generator, steam shovel or boat. Steam pipes operate at a variety of temperatures. Types Steam pipes typically have a range of temperature between 40 and 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Certain specialized steam pipes, however, can reach as much as 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Prevention/Solution Many specialized coatings are available to control the surface temperature of steam pipes.

Table of Contents Benefits Disadvantages Features Considerations Availability Dutch lap is a style of exterior wall lap siding used in residential construction. Its appearance is similar to traditional siding except for a decorative groove in the top of the board. Benefits Dutch lap style siding is popular with vinyl siding manufacturers because the shape adds strength to the siding.

Cleaning your mini blinds, baseboards and curtains are some of those chores that aren't often at the forefront of your mind. With piles of laundry, dirty dishes, messy floors and dusty furniture commanding so much attention, forgetting about those areas of your home that are much less noticeable is easy. Dust you mini blinds at least twice a month. While you don't need to clean these areas as often, you should do so on a regular basis.

Generally speaking, most ovens don’t make much noise, including GE ovens. If the oven is making a high-pitched noise when in operation, something is not working correctly. To fix the problem, investigate the source and reason for the noise, thereby determining if you can solve the problem yourself or if you will require professional service. Step 1 Disconnect power to the oven, and disconnect the fluorescent lamp starter, which is located on the top of the oven control panel to the left of the center.

Propane tanks are a part of many homes because they provide efficient, affordable fuel. These tanks are often buried underground, making them invisible to homeowners and guests. If your tank is aboveground, you'll want to camouflage it so it doesn't stand out. This can be done by obscuring the propane tank with landscaping. You can also have your propane tank put underground at a later date if you want access to its space in the yard.

Cast-stone statues can give your home, yard or garden an Old-World look. Cast stone is usually made of plaster or cement, and when placed in a mold turns into stunning artwork. Painting a stone statue will protect the stone from the elements. While you can purchase a cast-stone statue without paint to color match it to a specific area, statues are often painted in faux bronze or even an aged green like the Statue of Liberty.