Converting A Baseboard Vent Into A Floor Vent

A customer wanted us to convert a baseboard heating vent into a floor vent. No problem, I said. See the photos below. The original baseboard heating vent. Crimping new ductwork. Duct ready to accept boot. Floor boot added. All...

A Better Way To Remove Insulation

When doing a major remodeling job there are always additional jobs that need to be done. These can be very time consuming, and can delay your progress. I’m remodeling a bath and laundry room. Both the plumber and the electrician need access to the ceiling which...

Repairing A Damaged Hardwood Floor

Hardwood floors are popular because they add both style and warmth. However, sometimes a section can get damaged to the point that it can’t be easily repaired. Additionally, floors are added after other structures in a room have been established leading to gaps....

There She Blows!

Insulating the attic can be an effective way to reduce energy costs. There are several ways to accomplish this, and the customer has to determine what is best for them based on costs vs. benefits. In prior posts I discussed foam insulation which has an excellent R...

A Foamy Situation

Most kitchens have at least one outside wall which needs to be insulated. In many kitchen the standard has always been to use fiberglass batts, which give a R15 insulation value (the higher the R the better). Naturally, this is an imperfect solution, but it is cheap...