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How to Seal Asphalt Roof Shingles

How to Seal Asphalt Roof Shingles

Leaks happen, but when it is your roof, you have a serious problem that needs to be fixed immediately. Water leaks from roofs ruin insulation, ceiling tiles, furniture and floor coverings. Know that sealing them will at least provide some temporary solution, but old shingles should be replaced soon as this can indicate they are beyond their useful life. ...read more

How to Invest in an Apartment Building

How to Invest in an Apartment Building

There are many advantages to investing in an apartment building, especially in a down-economy. Job loss and credit woes force many to have to downsize from a house to an apartment and this can be very lucrative for a real estate investor. ...read more

How to Install Exterior Vinyl Siding

How to Install Exterior Vinyl Siding

Installing vinyl siding is not as hard as it may seem. With just a few tools and other materials, you can save money by doing this project on your own and still have it look like it was done by a professional.  ...read more

How to Clean a Central Air Conditioning Unit

How to Clean a Central Air Conditioning Unit

The biggest investment a homeowner can make is purchasing a central air conditioning unit. The cost to install one can be quite expensive so it is important that the unit is maintained so it can last for a long time. One way to maintain the central air conditioning unit is by cleaning it when it becomes dirty. ...read more

How to Landscape for Ant Control

How to Landscape for Ant Control

If you have flower beds or well landscaped areas in your yard, you must protect yourself against ant infestations.  Ants often make nests in areas of dirt that are easy to get to so make sure that you create borders and add repellents to landscaped areas to make it difficult for ants to build their nests. ...read more

How to Remove Paint Spatters From Brick House Siding

How to Remove Paint Spatters From Brick House Siding

If you are painting near a brick wall, the paint might splash or splatter onto the surface of it. It is best to remove the paint before it dries if this happens. It may be difficult but still possible to remove dry paint splatters from the brick wall. ...read more

How to Obtain an Interior Decorator Trade Number

How to Obtain an Interior Decorator Trade Number

Many interior decorators obtain a trade number so they can have access to trade-only types of suppliers and businesses. Trade-only businesses have access to rare types of antiques and new decorations and products before they hit mainstream stores. ...read more

How to Install Cedar Shingle Siding

How to Install Cedar Shingle Siding

If you are remodeling your house or just one area of it, it is possible to do most of the work yourself without hiring a professional. Depending on what area of the home that you are remodeling, you may be a able to save quite a bit of money learning how to do it yourself. One job that you can learn to do yourself is installing cedar shingle siding around your home. ...read more

About Concrete Steps

About Concrete Steps

Concrete steps are a great option for those who want to install durable, good-looking, long-lasting steps outside their homes, offices, work sheds and other buildings. Concrete steps can be installed in a variety of different shapes, sizes and designs to fit the wants and needs of the user. ...read more

How to Glaze Bathroom Countertops

How to Glaze Bathroom Countertops

If you want to add a new finished look to your bathroom countertops try glazing them. Overtime of constant use your bathroom countertops will begin to chip, crack and fade. Refinishing the countertops with a new glaze will spruce up that surface and make it look clean again. ...read more

How to Charge a Home Air Conditioner

How to Charge a Home Air Conditioner

Portable home air conditioning units can often run out of coolant. If a home air conditioning unit has ran out of coolant, it will begin to blow out warm air instead of the cool air that it is designed to produce. Charging a home air conditioner is a quick and easy process that will have an air conditioning cooling you off in no time. ...read more

How to Find the Right Central Air Conditioning Unit

How to Find the Right Central Air Conditioning Unit

Central air conditioning can provide comfortable indoor temperatures even on the hottest summer days. Choose the right central air conditioning unit for your home or office building by measuring your square footage and researching the various air conditioner unit options available. ...read more

DIY Central Air Repair Troubleshooting Tips

DIY Central Air Repair Troubleshooting Tips

There is nothing worse than your central air not working, especially when it is gross outside and you need some cool/ warm air in your home. When it comes to troubleshooting your central air it can be done on your own.  ...read more

How to Lay Asphalt Roofing Shingles

How to Lay Asphalt Roofing Shingles

A roof is one of a home's most important aspects and needs to be replaced every 10 years or so. A homeowner can extend the life of his roof by inspecting it regularly and by making minor repairs when necessary. If the structure is leaking or sagging, it will need to be replaced. A crucial part of that process is the installation of the roof's asphalt shingles. ...read more

How to Size a Central Air Conditioner

How to Size a Central Air Conditioner

Equipping your home with a correctly sized central air conditioner is an important step to reducing cooling costs. These units are sold based on the system's BTU number, or British Thermal Unit. Although the size of your house is an important factor in determining the air conditioner's size, other factors, such as insulation, window efficiency and average weather, are important as well. ...read more

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Garage Door Repair and Installation near Watertown, NY

Contact Northern NY Garage Door for a Fee Estimate on new Garage Door and Opener Installatiions. We also provide service on all Garage Door and Opener Repairs. Fair prices and honest professions serving the Northern NY area. ...read more

By Northern NY Garage Door April 06, 2018