Blog
The articles here cover some of my personal experiences and opionions on home remodeling.
Garden Box
5 layers to add to the garden box Metal net Adding galvanized cage wire on the bottom will prevent gophers, moles and voles from entering and eating the garden plants. Cardboard. This layer encourages worms, which keeps the soil healthy. Also naturally prevents other...
Garden Box
5 layers to add to the garden box Metal net Adding galvanized cage wire on the bottom will prevent gophers, moles and voles from entering and eating the garden plants. Cardboard. This layer encourages worms, which keeps the soil healthy. Also naturally prevents other...
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 that the family room needed to be kid friendly. The room had 3 closets with boxes and a headache of extra things we kept throwing into them. We wanted...
Door installation in Placerville, CA
Is it time for you to get a new door? Signs you may be due for a new door Drafty cold air coming into your house which cause high energy bills To increase curb appeal Hinges and the door knobs are rusty Door does not close and latch properly Whatever the reason is, a...
Why you should use the right mask for interior painting
I did a recent paint job inside a clients home in Placerville, CA. I used a surgical mask to protect myself from the fumes that get released from fresh paint. Also called Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), which is found in many paints. The surgical mask was not enough...
Needing a new kitchen faucet? Two issues to consider
No Dishwasher? When my wife and I bought our house the home did not have a dishwasher (we still don't). The current kitchen faucet is working decently but the movement of the head is very limited. It also takes some strength to move it from side to side. Since we do...
Why you should consider a bidet installation
You know that a new toilet save you money on your water bill. But is it enough savings for you to notice? Why a bidet installation will save you money While a a new toilet will save water usage, an attachment of a bidet will save on not having to purchase more toilet...
How we flipped our 19th century home into a profitable Airbnb
After my wife and I got married in the summer of 2020 we were without a home. But I did own a small home in Montana from my military service. The house was occupied by my old roommate who was taking care of the place (Or lack thereof). After a few months of us living...
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...