Author Archives: dbengert
Electrical Work in the Home
We all have stuff that requires power in one way or another. Now I,m not talking about battery power, although battery powered items are easily fixed. Think about all the uses for electricity in the home. I wonder how we … Continue reading
Low Water Pressure?… Hot Side Only?
Low water pressure in the home can be the result of a few different problems. First, verify that the main valve and regulator (usually located outside the home where the main shut off is located) is in good working order … Continue reading
Laminate Flooring Installation
Even though I work full time in So. California as a locksmith for a university. I have been doing some side work and recently completed a job installing a laminate floor. Working with pre-fabricated material is a little different for … Continue reading
Doors, Understanding Walk Through Openings
When it comes time to change out or install an opening in a wall, like a door, there are certain considerations that should be taken from the beginning. It’s a good idea to have measurements from or have the door … Continue reading
>Doors, Understanding Walk Through Openings
>When it comes time to change out or install an opening in a wall, like a door, there are certain considerations that should be taken from the beginning. It’s a good idea to have measurements from or have the door … Continue reading
Repairing Your Roof – The Considerations
Considerations need to be taken into account when you decide that your roof needs to be repaired. Of course, a leak occurring during rain needs attention now. This can be fixed with a wet patch tar material and give you time to wait for better weather. When you start the repair, you may find further problems as you open up the roof. Continue reading
>Know your house and take your time…
>From time to time you will want to add features to your home. This is why I say, ‘Know your house…’ Features can range from: skylights glass block panels (for privacy and extra light issues) a water feature inside or … Continue reading
A Roof Over Our Heads
Depending on what type of roof and roofing material your home has, it will come with its own set of guidelines and procedures for installation and repair. Continue reading
Flooring on the Floor
Determining when and what kind of flooring to install. With all the choices out there today, it can be confusing to pick the right one. Lets start with some basics of what a floor is. Most floors start as either … Continue reading
Concrete Work
Concrete….what can I say. Working with concrete can be some of the heaviest work anyone can do, even the professionals have figured out ways to make the heavy work look and seem easy with concrete pumping machinery, gas powered troweling … Continue reading