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DIY & Repairs

How to Choose an Apartment Building

Think about where you're going to park., Look for public transportation., Consider your commute if you have to spend a...

13 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Install a Vinyl Fence

Prepare the ground for the fence., Measure the area., Purchase the vinyl fencing and posts for the area., Mark each...

10 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Install Fencing

Check building codes., Measure the area to be fenced., Locate and mark all buried utility lines., Buy an appropriate...

18 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Install Lattice

Remove any old lattice with a flat pry bar., Make sure nothing is living under your deck or porch., Gather the...

14 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Install an Electric Fence

Plan your layout., Decide how many brace corners you'll need., Get enough fence posts., Select a charger., Choose your...

17 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Install Chain Link Fence

Obtain any necessary permits., Establish where your property lines are located., Call 811 from anywhere in the US...

4 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Install Split Rail Fence

Drive stakes into the ground using a mallet where you want the stacked fence to begin, where you want the fence to end...

10 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Make a Fence Gate

Measure the desired width of your gate., Mark the spot where the gate fence posts will go into the ground., Check for...

11 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Remove Fence Posts

Assess the status of the fence post., Dig a trench around the post using a shovel., Soak the remaining soil., Rock the...

10 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Remove a Chain Link Fence

Consider trading the fence material for free removal., Clear a space on one side of the fence., Protect garden plants...

23 steps 9 min Advanced
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How to Prevent Mold on a Deck

Understand what causes mold to grow on a deck so you can avoid deck mold., Build your deck, and keep in mind that...

5 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Safety Check Your Deck

Make sure the deck’s boards are strong., Inspect the flashing., Test the railings and bannisters., Look at the posts...

4 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Refinish a Deck

Get your equipment., Choose the right finish., Find plastic to cover your plants., Remove furniture., Sweep and inspect...

15 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Seal a Wood Deck

Clean the deck., Use a product designed to clean the wood and remove deep stains, dirt, mold and mildew., Apply a wood...

5 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Seal a Deck

Test the water resistance of your deck by spraying some water from a hose onto its surface., Choose a deck sealer...

13 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Build a Carport

Get the necessary building permits., Purchase the necessary building materials., Measure the ground., Level the ground...

18 steps 10 min Advanced
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How to Add a Lean To Onto a Shed

Know your local zoning laws., Locate underground hazards., Draw a plan for your project., Design the roof to withstand...

9 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Build a Shed

Level the ground (if necessary) and install deck piers along a grid to support the shed., String support beams...

9 steps 6 min Medium
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How to Attach Roof Felt on a Shed

Figure your roof area, and calculate how much felt you will need for the job ., Clean the roof decking of any debris...

23 steps 1 min Advanced
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How to Build a Post and Beam Barn

Before you even get your materials delivered, prepare the site., Build your foundation., Before your barn kit arrives...

8 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Build a Concrete Driveway

Develop a plan for your driveway., Do a cost estimate of the driveway., Check with the local jurisdictional agencies to...

26 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Install Permeable Pavers

Engineer the depth., Remove the old driveway., Excavate to required depth by removing excess dirt. , Compact sub soil...

14 steps 2 min Advanced

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