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A high-quality bathroom remodel can also boost resale value. When you solicit bids from these contractors, bids might be higher than expected. Plus, you’ll have an excellent range of bids to choose from. The Spruce / Candra Huff Get Estimates in Writing Verbal estimates are worth little to the homeowner or the bathroom contractor. Even if everyone has good intentions, numbers get forgotten, misinterpreted, or misheard. Everyone can understand a well-written estimate, which is valuable if it’s crucial that you take legal action....

Not only that but dirt is the main cause ofmold in carpeting. Dirt contains mold spores. Dirt plus moisture provide a rich breeding ground for mold. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Dirt quickly soaks up any available moistureit is a moisture magnet. Install Carpet Tack Strips Carpet tack stripsare strips of wood with sharp upward-pointed tacks. They are attached to the subfloor around the perimeter of the room to anchor the edges of the carpeting....

The Spruce / Jayme Burrows Outdoor gardening in containers has many advantages, but it also has some challenges. One such challenge is watering correctlyessential to ensure the health of your plants. Here are tips andbest practices for wateringoutdoor container gardens. The Spruce / Jayme Burrows We all know that different types of plants can have different requirements for soil moisture. Other herbs such asparsley,sage, andchiveslike more moisture. Choose the Right Soil Potting soil manufacturers offer several different soil formulas to simplify things for you....

It can be a unique challenge to keepyour lawn healthyand keep weeds at bay. Learn about ten effective ways tokill lawn weedswithout harming your grass. An example is common chickweedsuch weedsare easy to control if you hand-pull them before they bear flowers. David Beaulieu After they do, they produce seeds that can lead to a new generation of weeds. To facilitate hand-pulling, water the ground first to loosen the soil....

Nazar Prosovych/Getty Images Leaves are usually the first thing we think about when we think of trees. Leaves come in all shapes and sizes but can truly amaze when they are exceptionally large. Here are 10 trees with large leaves to add to your yard. Nazar Prosovych/Getty Images Its leaves, normally 24 inches long, can measure up to an astounding 30 inches long! Still, it will thrive in areas in California and Florida....

Get a Good Exhaust Fan Anexhaust fan is essentialin a bathroom. The vents of an exhaust fan work by sucking the moisture out of the air and sending it outside. It’s the first line of defense against moisture and mold. The Spruce / Ana Cadena There are many types ofexhaust fans for a bathroomso it helps to know what size you need. If it’s too small, buy a more powerful one....

).They put on an unsurpassed show of color in woodland gardens in late March and early April. Many of the crucial parent species are natives of western China. Extensive hybridization means that new varieties appear every year, including many that are now suitable for northern climates. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova TheRhododendrongenus comprises bothazalea and rhododendronspecies. For the most part,azaleas bloomearlier than rhododendrons. Here are 10 popular types of azaleas to grow in yourflower garden....

Not every bang out of cabinet hinge is made for everytype of cabinet door. Partial overlay doors cover the entire cabinet opening, but only part of the front frame. These cabinet doors tend to use partial wraparound, partial overlay, and flush mount hinges. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Use this guide to find out more about these 10 types of cabinet hinges and how to choose. These hinges are typically used on face frame cabinets with partial overlay or full overlay doors....

Depending on the style, it may have a lock built into the center or side of thedoorknob. The door handle also has a keyed lock that operates a deadbolt to help keep the house secure. This jot down of door handle is common for the front and back doors. fhm / Getty Images DIYers can easily install a handleset. The aged metal comes as worn bronze, matte black, or a classic iron design....

Most DIYers have at least one drill around the home for various tasks, likehanging a TVor running wires. Check out this guide to learn more about these 10types of drillsand how to choose. You will feel and hear it clamping tight if there’s a ratcheting function. The Spruce / Kelsey Hansen If the bit has a significant wobble, it might be off-center. Loosen the chuck, re-center the bit, and tighten to fix....

Theright flooringshould match your desired aesthetic and durability needs while keeping costs within budget. Here are the main types of flooring that you should consider for your home. It’s durable, can last several lifetimes, and is unmatched in authentic beauty. The Spruce / Margot Cavin After all, it’s the real thing, not a replica. Every hardwood species can be further customized through patterned layouts and finish options. Solid hardwood flooring costsfrom $3 to $12 per square foot....

Selecting the right jot down ofwall anchoris critical when securing items to a wall. Some anchors are extra-sturdy for hanging valuable or heavy items. They are used when there is not awall studto nail or screw into. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Some anchors are best for light items, while others are only for brick or concrete. Use corrosion-resistant fasteners in moist or humid areas. If installingcement backing board for tiles, buy specially coated, corrosion-resistant screws....

What Is HVAC? HVAC is an abbreviation for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. These systems can last up to 25 years before needing replacement units. Getty Images Another system of ducts returns the air to the furnace through cold-air returns. However, the temperature adjustments are slow because the systems operate by simple convection currents. A gravity airfurnacein a basement heats the air, which then rises into the various rooms through ducts....