Entries by Handyman On Call

Home Decorations on a Dime

When wanting to update the look of your home, many choose to buy affordable home decorations to give it a new look. There are many options for buying affordable decorations; you can shop at a thrift store to the priciest place in town and every place in between. If you are a DIY person, many […]

Choosing the Proper Roof for Your Home

Homeowners know that it is important to replace your roof after a certain amount of time. Roofing shingles can wear out over time, and when this occurs, water can seep into your home. This water seepage can cause damage to the interior of your home. Water spots can appear on your ceiling and seep through […]

Choosing New Windows/Doors for Your Property

When it comes to enhancing the look and security of your home, replacing doors and windows that are old and insecure makes common sense. These new installations will protect your family from intruders and keep you safe from the elements. Having new windows and doors installed will also cut down on your energy costs. It […]

Beautify the Outdoors with a New Deck

When it comes to living space, you can beautify your home by adding a new deck to your backyard property. Your new deck can be made of wood or concrete and will protect you from the elements if you decide to add a roof to it. You can also decide to screen it in or […]

Tips for Choosing the Right Interior Paint Colors

Any type of painting job can seem like a chore, especially if you are not familiar with the types of paints that are available on the market. Interior paints are formulated differently than those that are designed for used as for an exterior painting job. Therefore, it is important to have some knowledge on what […]

The Importance of Fencing a Property

There are many reasons why a homeowner should think about putting up a fence on their property. Fences come in all sorts of materials, and offer a home owner many benefits from having one installed. Fences for one thing provide the homeowner with privacy, especially if you want to have some friends or family members […]

The Importance of Chimney Repairs

There may come a time when you will need your chimney repaired. This is, of course, dependent on the age of the house as well as the seasonal changes, if any, in the temperature. Most is not all chimneys are made of brick. Brick is also a porous material. Over time the material that is […]

The Advantage of Using Drywall in Your Home

At one time, drywall was an unknown material. This was prior to 1916, when interior walls were finished with lathe and plaster rather than drywall. It took a lot of work to install lathe and plaster in a home and home builders continued to use it well into in the latter part of the second […]

Replacing Your Roof Shingles

Roofing shingles help to protect your home from the forces of nature. The area under the roof will suffer water damage, if the shingles are worn and have not been replaced. Another benefit of the roofing shingle is to keep the costs of heating or cooling a room less costly. There are two types of […]

Painting the Exterior of Your Home

To some homeowners, painting the exterior of your home may seem a little tedious. However, a chore must be done. Painting the exterior of your home will help to keep it from falling into disrepair. However, if you plan the project before it gets underway, then the chore will not be as tedious. Before you […]