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Each year, those in the know offer their predictions for color trends and what is to come. Sometimes those predictions turn out to be accurate. Sometimes… not so much. This year the colors have been predicted, and you may be surprised at where we are heading.
Although plumbing projects are far from being the most glamorous part of a renovation or repair job, they are necessary. Many jobs you will probably want to leave to the professionals. However, being able to repair or install a bathroom sink drain is a skill that any DIYer can handle.
The addition of mother-in-law suites is currently on the rise. More and more people are finding themselves in need of this addition. Whether that be for housing aging parents, or whether they find themselves with a disabled child, the request for mother-in-law suites is becoming more and more commonplace.
There are several layers within a proper roofing job that are necessary to provide the most protection against water damage. Of all of them, the first line of defense is to install drip edge flashing. Unfortunately, many contractors tend to neglect this step.
The elimination of this installation can end up being your future nightmare. So, if you are re-roofing your house, be sure to demand a drip edge. If your roof is already finished (sans drip edge), you can still do a drip edge retrofit installation.
If you have ever had squirrels in your attic, you know the incredible amount of headaches that they can cause. If you have been blessed to avoid this common household problem, consider yourself lucky. Regardless, you may want to take steps to prevent squirrels from accessing your attic.