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Types of Ant Control for Trees

Types of Ant Control for Trees

The most common ant, the carpenter ant will live inside moist tree trunks and create quite a problem for you and your home. Lucky for you, there are many methods on controlling these ants to make your home and garden ant free. ...read more

How to Remove an Air Conditioner Compressor

How to Remove an Air Conditioner Compressor

If your air-conditioning compressor is not working properly it may need to be repair or replaced. To remove an air-conditioner compressor, it will take a little time but can be done with the right tools. Safety is paramount, so be sure you turn the power supply off for the unit before attempting to remove the compressor. ...read more

How to Prepare an Outside Air Conditioner Unit for Winter

How to Prepare an Outside Air Conditioner Unit for Winter

People often wonder whether to do anything special to winterize their year round air conditioning units. Always follow your manufacturer's guidelines for care. Window or wall models will have water hoses that need to be drained over a period of several hours. Use the time to thoroughly clean all sides of the unit. Allow to dry completely and cover with an insulated fitted cover. Central air units do not need a lot of maintenance. ...read more

Tips and Themes for a Home Basement Remodel

Tips and Themes for a Home Basement Remodel

A lot of people don't realize how many themes and styles you can remodel your basement to look like. Most themes are also relatively cheap and won’t require a lot of work. Basements can easily turn into a popular room to spend a lot of time in.   ...read more

How to Fix Aluminum Storm Windows

How to Fix Aluminum Storm Windows

It's a good idea to clean and fix any problems on your storm windows every year or two. Over time the windows will get minor problems that can easily be repaired to help save you money. Don't replace windows if they just need to be cleaned or repaired a little. ...read more

How to Replace a Section of Aluminum Siding

How to Replace a Section of Aluminum Siding

A lot of people like to have aluminum siding on their buildings. Aluminum sometimes gets damaged from hail and other weather related problems. Replacing siding won't be very difficult with the proper tools. Replacement siding also shouldn't be that difficult to find.   ...read more

What is a Circuit Breaker Panel?

What is a Circuit Breaker Panel?

A circuit breaker is an electrical switch that automatically operates to detect an overload or short circuit which can be damaging to an electrical circuit. If such a condition occurs, the circuit breaker automatically trips itself, shutting off power to the circuit. Unlike fuses, which have to be replaced when such an occurrence happens, a circuit breaker merely has to be reset. A circuit breaker panel functions to divide electrical power to individual circuit breakers. ...read more

How to Plan a Basement Refinishing Project

How to Plan a Basement Refinishing Project

Refinishing a basement can be a lofty job. Before you jump in to this big project you want to make sure you have a good plan outlined. This will let you take the refinishing project step by step so it doesn’t become overwhelming. It also lets you spend your money more wisely.   ...read more

How to Start a Bathroom Remodel

How to Start a Bathroom Remodel

Bathroom remodels are one of the least expensive remodels you can do for your home. These affordable jobs can increase the value of the home and give you an updated area in your home to enjoy. Before you jump into something like this you need to do some basic planning.   ...read more

How to Reset an Air Conditioning Unit

How to Reset an Air Conditioning Unit

Air conditioning systems can act out of sync just like a computer or other appliance. Many times, it simply needs to be re-booted to clear memory and put it back in sync. The procedure to reset the system is similar to other electronic devices. ...read more

Types of Air Conditioning Systems

Types of Air Conditioning Systems

Air conditioning systems work by removing indoor air, cooling and recirculating it back into the room. Some systems blow cooled outdoor air into the room. HVAC-AWG systems remove the humidity from the air providing both cooled air and supplying the building with the harvested water as a secondary water source. Other units filter contaminants from the air while they pump cool air into the building. ...read more

How to Maintain Central Air Conditioners

How to Maintain Central Air Conditioners

Central air conditioners are a great solution for keeping the entire home at a comfortable temperature during the summer months.  As with most types of equipment, the units do need ongoing maintenance in order to perform at peak efficiency.  Even if you have a maintenance contract with the company that installed the central unit, there are a few things you can do throughout the year to keep the system in proper working order. ...read more

How to Replace an Air Conditioning Unit

How to Replace an Air Conditioning Unit

When your older air conditioning unit has seen better days, chances are the time has come to invest in a new one.  In order to make the best possible choice, it is important to consider several factors and compare different brands based on those criteria.  Doing so will go a long way toward making a choice that not only keeps the home cool and comfortable, but also helps to minimize the power bill. ...read more

How to Make Concrete Patios Out of Concrete Pavers

How to Make Concrete Patios Out of Concrete Pavers

Using concrete pavers to design and create a patio is very simple and can be completed without buying specialized tools. The tools required are mainly common household tools such as a hammer, string, a shovel, a trowel and a measuring tape.    ...read more

How to Charge an Air Conditioning Compressor

How to Charge an Air Conditioning Compressor

Charging an air conditioning compressor will become necessary from time to time. If you have a slow leak or just an old unit, you may need to do this a few times through the life of the air conditioner. You can hire a technician to do this, or you can save money by doing it yourself.    ...read more

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Serving Port Orange through Ormond Beach, A Classic Touch Painting is at the top of this often challenging business. This is due to the dedication of its professional applicators and relentless attention to detail. Each job completed is a reference for us.  Clean, neat, professional results each and every time. This is the only way to achieve the results expected by me, Maurice Ragot, President of A Classic Touch Painting.  Having a background that promotes perfection, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Graduate and Avionics repair technician for 6 years, I bring to painting what I did in aviation. Complete the job with little to no touch up and do it right the first time. We also provide Home Improvement services. A Classic Touch Home Improvements has the best flooring, carpentry, rotten wood replacement, door and trim installation personell around.  We can take care of just about any improvement issues you may have including Full Kitchen and Bath replacement and remodel. Having a Operations Manager, Rob Freit, for our crew of about 15 keeps us on time and on schedule.  We are in communication with you, the customer as often as possible to maintain a accurate picture of the project from planning the colors through clean up and final touches.  ...read more

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