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I needed to replace the old and worn brass handle set on my Anderson/EMCO door. So, I bought the above handle as it appeared to line-up well with the holes in my door. Other than the deadbolt not functioning, it looks great, the handle opens and closes as it should and the little lady is all smiles! ... Read More
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How to use a ladder on stairs
It’s a question as old as stairs themselves: How do you use a ladder on them? Sure, there are expensive specialty ladders out there that bend and articulate and transform, but what about those of us who can’t afford a $400 ladder, and just want to use the trusty single or extension ladder already hanging in […] ... Read More
Garaga’s Most Common Garage Door Problems, and how to solve them
Garaga‘s one of the top North American garage door manufacturers, so when they talk we listen. They recently posted a list of the most common garage door problems they encounter, and some suggested solutions. Garaga’s Top 5 Most Common Problems with Garage Doors The door opens or closes with a thud The door has come […] ... Read More
Top 6 Green Home Improvement Projects
Many homeowners want to make their homes more environmentally friendly. This is partially driven by a sense of moral rightness. However, for many, it is also driven by a desire to cut down costs. Utility bills can be sky-high. Some investments today in improving your home’s “greenness” can net major returns down the right. 1) […] ... Read More
How to connect the SK630 Pressure Mat to a Z-wave sensor
We’ve seen lots of discussion and received several questions about a Z-Wave or Zigbee enabled version of our SK630 pressure mat for smart home integration. We can’t offer an integrated version for sale, but the good news is that it’s quite simple to do yourself! The SK630 is a simple contact type of device. The […] ... Read More