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How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet

January 23, 2024 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

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Install a new bathroom faucet with these easy tips and instructions. Are you building a new home? Maybe you’re renovating an outdated bathroom. Or perhaps you simply need to replace an existing bathroom faucet. This story will help you replace and install a new bathroom faucet. The good news: it’s not a difficult job. Most homeowners with some do-it-yourself (DIY) skills can install a bathroom faucet. We’ll walk you through the specific steps later in the story. You can also find some good YouTube videos that will show you the process. But before we discuss the replacing a bathroom faucet, let’s take a moment to quickly review the different types of bathroom faucets that are available. Most faucet replacements involve selecting a size and style that will easily fit the space and design of your existing equipment. Before You Install a New Bathroom Faucet: Identify Your Existing Faucet What kind of faucet are you replacing? There are several types of common bathroom … [Read more...] about How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet

Should You Install A Garden Fence?

November 27, 2022 by Randy Schultz 1 Comment

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The decision to install a garden fence can be a big one. When it comes to garden fences, there are a huge range of benefits, particularly if you choose a high quality fence panel supplier. A garden fence can be a DIY project, but it takes time and some professional skills. That’s why many homeowners choose to hire a professional company to install a garden fence. Here are some of the main benefits that you may find if you get a fence installed around your property. The benefits range from increased safety to a quieter home. It’s Cost Effective to Install a Garden Fence Garden fences are very cost effective and are generally installed at a very reasonable price. It can be tempting to install a garden fence around your property as a DIY project. But enlisting the help of a trusted fence company is typically a good idea. This will ensure that your fence is high quality, is installed correctly, and will last for a long time. Of course, the price varies depending on a range … [Read more...] about Should You Install A Garden Fence?

How Does Solar Power Work?

May 27, 2022 by Jane Marsh 2 Comments

workers install solar panels on the roof of a house

How does solar power work? In just one hour, the sun delivers more energy to our planet than the entire population uses in a year. We are just beginning to scratch the surface of solar power potential. As solar panels pop up across the US, more and more people are wondering how they work. Will installing panels on your home save you money? Or benefit the environment? The simple answer to both questions is yes. But let’s slow down a bit and first look at the basic process of creating solar energy. In a Nutshell: How Does Solar Power Work The answer to the question "How does solar power work?" begins with solar panels. Most solar panels are made of two layers of silicon. One layer has silicon plus a material that will create a negative charge, and the other layer has silicon plus a material that will create a positive charge. When the silicon layers are activated by sunlight, the opposing charges in the layers form an electric field. The collected energy is a direct … [Read more...] about How Does Solar Power Work?

How to Install a French Drain

April 26, 2022 by Kim Toscano 1 Comment

how to install a French drain

If you have drainage problems in your landscape, here are step-by-step instructions on how to install a French drain. Drainage problems in your yard or on your acreage property can be bothersome—and sometimes dangerous. If you have drainage problems in the landscape, then you’ll want to learn how to install a French drain. Does water puddle around your foundation after a rain? Or perhaps standing water covers your walkway or patio. Drainage problems can lead to more serious damage to house foundations or pavement. Fortunately, it is easy to redirect water. We’ll teach you how to install a French drain and protect your home and landscape from water damage. What is a French Drain? A French drain might sound fancy. But it’s a simple solution to move water from a problem area to a more desirable location. The drain itself is nothing more than a narrow trench lined with gravel and fitted with pipe to move water. One common application of a French drain is along the … [Read more...] about How to Install a French Drain

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