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Expert Articles by Local Placerville Professional Handyman
The articles here cover some of my personal experiences and opinions on home remodeling.
The benefits of a whole house fan
The Benefits of a Whole House Fan If you live in a warm climate like California, you know how quickly summer heat can make your home uncomfortable — especially if you don’t have central air conditioning. When my wife and I moved into our fixer-upper, there was no...
The benefits of a whole house fan
The Benefits of a Whole House Fan If you live in a warm climate like California, you know how quickly summer heat can make your home uncomfortable — especially if you don’t have central air conditioning. When my wife and I moved into our fixer-upper, there was no...
Sustainable Redwood Garden Box
Building a raised garden box doesn’t have to mean buying dozens of expensive compost bags. In fact, you can create a long-lasting, nutrient-rich 4’ x 8’ garden box using natural materials from your own property. A standard 4x8 raised bed can require 12+ bags of...
Montessori Playroom setup
5 Things We Did to Set Up a Montessori Playroom for Our Toddler After moving into our home in Placerville, we decided to transform our family room into a Montessori-inspired playroom for our 2-year-old. The family room is the first space guests see, and it had three...
Door installation in El Dorado County
Signs You May Be Ready for a Door Replacement Your door is one of the most used features in your home. It provides security, insulation, curb appeal, and daily convenience. But how do you know when it’s time for a new door installation? Here are the most common signs...
Why you should use the right mask for interior painting
If you're doing interior painting, protecting your lungs should be just as important as protecting floors and furniture. Many homeowners and contractors underestimate paint fumes — especially when working indoors. During a recent interior paint job inside a client’s...
How the Right Kitchen Faucet Makes All the Difference
No Dishwasher? How the Right Kitchen Faucet Makes Hand Washing Easier Many homes in Placerville and the surrounding foothill communities—especially older or fixer homes—don’t always have modern kitchen conveniences. When my wife and I bought our home, there was no...
Does a bidet save money?
There are good benefits of a bidet: better hygiene and saving your cash! A new toilet can save you money on your water bill. But is it enough savings for you to notice? While a a new toilet will save water usage, an attachment of a bidet will save on not having to...
How We Turned a Historic Home into a Successful Airbnb (Renovation Lessons for Homeowners)
How We Turned a 19th Century Home into a Profitable Airbnb (And What Homeowners Can Learn) By Peter | Home Remodeling & Improvement Transforming an older home into a comfortable, welcoming space takes vision, patience, and quality craftsmanship. My wife and I...
Fence Repair in Placerville, CA
Do you live in the Placerville area and need a fence repair? If yes, you have found the right place. I have repaired many fences and broken gates. If a fence is leaning This happens when the post is rotten from water damage close to the ground. The fence post can...