Creating a new window

I’m replacing the siding and windows on a property, and this has given me an opportunity. The garage is attached, and it is a fairly simple process to add a window to it. See the photos below from the step-by-step process. Removing some oriented strand board to...

Ultimate Recycling-DIY Trees To Boards

We live in a disposable world, and with each Solo cup or plastic wrapper we contribute to global warming. Living in a modern society has many advantages, but some of these short-term perks can have long term consequences. Like many, I try to turn off my lights, and I...

My Mobile Office

In 1993 I bought a cell phone, and I thought I had arrived. I could take and answer phone calls from anywhere. In those days texting was not an option. Over the years my reliance on using technology has increased, and I now have a complete mobile office. I still need...

More On The Window Wells

You may recall that I enlarged both the basement windows and the window wells on the townhouse that I’m renovating. The window wells are a lower priority job on this project, and I’m continuing to work on them as time permits. Below are some of my more...

A New Roof

The most recent phase of my townhouse remodel has been the replacement of the old roof. It was around 20 years old, and was showing its age by its faded and stained appearance. Beyond style issues the roof had areas of leakage and other spots of wear and tear. A bad...