There could be a couple of reason why you need to install a trunk line for HVAC. The trunk is sized incorrectly so you need to replace it, building a home, or you just want too. Whatever your reasoning I want to share how to install a trunk line yourself to save you money. Because it could save you thousands! If you're wondering if you need to install a new trunk line or … [Read more...]
Should I Replace the HVAC?
Something that is very important in a home is a working HVAC (AC, furnace, and vents). When this is not working together properly, the house does not heat or cool the way it should (there could be other reasons too: insulation & drafts doors/windows). Something we noticed in our home after buying it was that the air was not circulating properly. And come to find out it was … [Read more...]
Build a Simple Sprinkler
Even though installing a new sprinkler system was on our list of things to do this year, we are now not going to be installing them this year (HVAC happened!). And because we were tired of having to move the hose a lot to water an area. Eric came up with a simple sprinkler solution. And here is how you can build a simple sprinkler to water a larger area too. BUILD A SIMPLE … [Read more...]
What type of saw blade are you using?
This is something I have never really thought of, the type of blade on my saws. I just used the blade that came with the saw thinking it was fine. But then I needed a new blade and I realized there are so many different saw blades. So what type of saw blade are you using? TYPE OF SAW BLADE Now there are saw blades that cut wood, metal, and concrete plus they come in … [Read more...]
Install a Rain Barrel
Something we thought was a great idea was having a rain barrel. We liked the idea of storing rain water (FREE) then using it to water our plants in the summer. But we were not sure where to place one in our yard or how to install a rain barrel. Then the perfect spot opened up so we jumped at the chance of a rain barrel. Plus the one we purchase was so easy to … [Read more...]
How a Kreg Jig Works
Over the years of sharing my build projects I have had people ask what is a Kreg Jig and how does it work. So I am going to hopefully answer those questions for you. Some links in this post are affiliate link for your convenience, click here to read our full affiliate policy. WHAT IS A KREG JIG? A Kreg Jig is a tool that is used to join wood together. It’s incredibly … [Read more...]
Adding Paver Edging
Last fall we decided to install pavers for the foundation of our future shed. The process of laying the pavers was pretty easy but we found out after that we did not add paver edging. If you're wondering, edging is normally a plastic that helps hold the paver in place along the edges. So we skipped that step (really forgot it) hoping the pavers would not move. In the end, we … [Read more...]
Add A Rain Gutter
One side of our garage was missing a very important thing, a rain gutter. We are in the process of building a shed to place on this side of the garage but before that happens we needed to add a rain gutter. So this is how we installed a rain gutter. ADD A RAIN GUTTER Some links in this post are affiliate link for your convenience, click here to read our full affiliate … [Read more...]
DIY or Hire???
There are times when you may not feel qualified to do a home project. Or Sometimes it will be cheaper (because of the time it would take you) to hire a project out. We have experienced both of these and I wanted to share how we decided what to DIY and what to hire out. Something we are trying to get closer to finishing is our basement. But there is still a lot to do. … [Read more...]
Lego Mat Tutorial
Do your kids love Lego’s? Ours do but no one wants the little pieces in the carpet. We were looking at the option of building a Lego table but did not want something that big. Then we saw a Lego mat and loved the idea of a mat that sits on the floor that can be put away. The only problem was that we wanted an extra large mat (most to purchase are about 40”) so we decided to … [Read more...]
Total Cost of Closet Makeover
It's official our small closet makeover is complete, YAY!!! This makeover has helped our master closet feel bigger and definitely more organized. But what did this project cost us? Without further ado here is the total cost of our closet makeover. $329.44 The cost above was for all our supplies to build the system, move a light plus new light fixture, and build the … [Read more...]
How Do You Start DIYing
This question is one I get asked all the time, the most asked question! How do you start DIYing? But first, let’s talk about the word DIY. DIY means do-it-yourself so you build, create, or make something instead of hiring someone or buying it from the store. By DIYing, someone could save lots of money. Now back to the question at hand: HOW DO YOU START DIYING? The first … [Read more...]
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