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Three “Shocking” Pool Mistakes You Might Be Making

You're one of the lucky ones with a backyard pool. No small investment, the sting of the cost is probably offset by the fun and refreshment your pool provides. But because you did pay a pretty penny for that pool, you want to be sure you're taking the best possible care of it. Chances are, though, even with the best of intentions, you're making a few "shocking" mistakes and those mistakes can not only shorten the lifespan of your pool equipment, some of then can actually hurt you! Read More 

How To Install Posts For An Elevated Pool Deck

You might be thinking the cold and snow is going to last forever at this point, but soon the warmth of summer will be nearing. Now is the time to start planning for springtime activities like getting your pool ready for the swimming season. If you're thinking about adding a deck to your above ground pool, you should consider using fiberglass materials. Fiberglass is sturdier, easier to clean, and has more decorative options than wood decking and posts. Read More 

3 Things You Need to Know About Performing Your Own Garage Door Maintenance

Garage doors are wonderful things to have on your home. The key to ensuring that your garage doors stay wonderful is to keep a handle on the maintenance before garage door repair becomes necessary. Ideally, you should use these steps to inspect your garage door every few months for problems. Keep the Moving Parts Moving Your garage door is virtually useless if it does not go up and down when you want it to. Read More 

Basic Tools Needed For Oil Drilling

While tedious and challenging, the oil drilling industry can be quite lucrative. If you think you have what it takes to start an oil drilling business, you're going to want to get yourself set up for success. One of the most important things you'll need to get this job done is equipment. In order to safely and effectively drill for oil, you'll need to have access to the proper equipment. Read More 

Remodeling Your Home? Make Sure These Three Things Are Included In The Contract

When you hire a general contractor for a remodeling job, they will generally provide you with a contract to sign.  While the remodeling contract presented by your general contractor may actually be fine as is, you still need to check it carefully before you sign anything. If hiring an attorney to peruse the contract just isn't in the budget right now, you can look for the important points yourself. Keep reading to learn about the three things that your contract with a general contractor should include. Read More