It’s that time of year again when the rainy, wet, winter and spring weather may have wreaked havoc on your floors, ceilings or the halls in your home. Although you may not think you have the time or the money to take care of these repairs right now, leaving the damage for too long could …
Tag Archive: home repair
Feb 20
3 Problems Around the House You Can Easily and Cheaply Fix Yourself
Problems around the home inevitably occur as items become plugged up, damaged or simply wear out from consistent usage. While items might need some repairs, it does not always mean calling a handyman to fix the issue. Instead, it is possible to fix the problems personally for a much lower price. Personally fixing the problem …
Jan 30
New Contest, WIN $200 in prizes! Spread the word
MyLaborJOB is giving away money. We are holding 4 drawings of $50 each to help spread the word and raise awareness about our FREE directory. Our service is totally free to search matches for your home improvement projects and read customer reviews. To receive entries into the prize drawing complete the “tell a friend about …
Dec 18
Elegance On A Budget
Small home improvements, although modest on the budget, can often make a big difference in the quality of your home’s environment, and actually increase the value and equity of your home. Sadly, many older homes today are still void of proper bathroom ventilation, heating and lighting. Have you ever experienced getting out of the shower …
Nov 27
Stone Veneer? improving the architecture of your home
Have you ever thought about improving the architecture of your home with the addition of a stone veneer? Actual stone veneer has never been as readily available, easy to install, and cost effective as it is today. Not long ago decorative stone veneer was limited to artificial stone, manufactured from concrete, or polymers, then either …
Oct 09
Hardwood Flooring Exposed! Maple Oak
There is something about the smooth, continuous beauty of a hardwood floor that is so inviting, and architecturally foundational to American homes. Whether your flooring is natural American hardwood such as red oak, southern yellow pine, ash, or maple; hardwood flooring is both a significant visual asset and equitable investment. If your home doesn’t already …
Aug 25
Earthquake Preparedness Makes Sense Disaster Beware
The recent events in Japan illustrate how even adequate forethought and cautious preparedness may be no match for a natural disaster. Yet, consider the adage ”Better safe than sorry.” Let this remind us that we are better off when we are prepared for a catastrophic event, than not. Different sections of the country are familiar …
Aug 23
Leaky Roof? Cedar shingles or Asphalt
Ceramic and Cement roofing tile are historically typical to the Western and South Western regions of the country. In this article we will discuss Asphalt and traditional wooden shingles (both are utilized all across the country) their strengths and weaknesses. For the shear soft beauty of aged cedar, nothing quite beats the look of aged; …
Aug 15
Common Household Repairs DIY
In this article we will discuss the simplest method for the repair of binding, twisting, troublesome drawers, and windows. How often have you struggled with a kitchen or bathroom drawer that just won’t work properly? This can be frustrating, but there are simple explanations for the problem, and equally simple ways to make repair. For …








