Archive for April, 2008
Home Security Systems with Wireless Sensors
When our house was built, I didn't bother to have any pre-wiring done for a security system. Shortly after we moved in, we were notified by our home insurance provider that a monitored security system was a requirement. I researched several home security companies and decided to go with ADT. I've used ADT for [...]
Programmable Timers for Lighting
About two years ago, I started to turn on our outdoor lights at night (after I realized that we were the only "dark" house in the neighborhood). However, I couldn't seem to remember to turn them off. I did some research and decided to try a programmable timer that would replace the light switch on [...]
5 Ways to Save Money on Home Improvement Projects
PRWeb ran an article on the top 5 ways to save money on home improvement projects. Here is a summary of the key points:
1. Plan properly from the beginning. Determine your budget, prioritize your project(s), make a plan, and stick to it.
2. Do your research. If you are contracting out the job, did you seek [...]
How to Install a Deadbolt Lock
In my teenage years, I learned heard that doors without deadbolts are very easy to pry open. So, I decided that it would be a good idea to add a deadbolt to each door leading to the outside (and the door leading into the garage) of my current home. With that, here are the specifics:
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Choosing the Right Tape for Painting
Since this is a home improvement blog entitled "I Need More Tape!", it seems fitting to have a discussion about tape. So let's talk about painter's tape. I've done quite a bit of painting over the past few years and I always tape my edges (with a couple of minor exceptions). When I first started [...]
