Posted November 4, 2020 3379
Reasons To Remodel Your Kitchen There’s no shortage of reasons to remodel your kitchen! Remodeling your kitchen is probably something you think about all the time. Especially since you spend a good amount of time in the kitchen. Start writing down your ideas so when you are ready, you will be one step ahead! Below
Posted October 12, 2020 3378
Reasons To Remodel Your Basement If you have been on the fence about remodeling your basement, there are several ideas to consider that will help push you to just get it done! Once it’s done, you will be very happy that you did! Below are just a few ways that Odd Job Larry has helped
Posted August 11, 2020 3416
How to manage your to-do list at home! You have enough on your plate between work and home life. Don’t let a list of projects get you down! Make a list of everything you have to do. Write in order of importance. 1 being the most important thing to get done. Now open a calendar.
Posted August 10, 2020 89
Containment setup is an important step if you are getting ready to tackle a project. There are several ways to help stop the spread of dust and debris. These are just a few ways commonly done by Odd Job Larry! Covering your flooring: Whether you just installed a new floor, or you don’t want
Posted August 6, 2020 2123
Baby Proofing Tips For Your House We all want to do the best we can to keep our little ones safe. So we wanted to put together a few basic baby proofing tips that members of our team have done in their homes! Baby-Proofing Checklist Stove knobs – these will stop your child from turning
Posted August 4, 2020 2210
ACCESSIBLE HOME FOR YOUR PETS There are a few things you can do to make your home more accessible for your pet. Let’s face it, we treat our pets like they’re our children! Pet-Accessible Home Tips Cat/dog doors Installing pet doors can help your pet move around the house or get to the yard
Posted July 24, 2020 2235
How to Build a Flower Planter Box Wondering how to build a flower planter box? Spruce up your garden by adding a nice cedar planter box to your landscape! Materials (11) 1x6x8 Cedar boards (3) 2x2x8 pressure treated 1 ¼” trim screws Stain (optional) Tools Drill 1/8” drill bit Saw – Miter or circular
Posted July 23, 2020 2180
Basic Tools to Have at Home There are a lot of DIY projects that require basic tools. We wanted to share a few basic tools to keep in your toolbox at home! Hammer There are 2 types of hammers, smooth face, and milled face hammers. If you are hammering a lot of nails then
Posted July 20, 2020 2253
Locating A Stud Having trouble locating a stud? Don't worry! You can still mount that TV even if you don't own a stud finder! There are a few tricks to locating a stud in the wall Knocking on the wall – The wall will sound hollow in between the studs. As you get closer
Posted February 11, 2019 3259
Should I Repair, Replace, or Upgrade Doors? The exterior doors to any home can be both functional and aesthetic. Proper sealing can keep unwanted drafts, noise and possible pests and rodents out, but you also want to consider the beauty a door, whether new, upgraded or refurbished, can bring to your home. After all, it
Posted August 24, 2018 6598
Bathroom Maintenance Checklist 1. Check the Condition of Caulk & Grout One of the most neglected aspects of bathroom upkeep is checking the quality of caulk, and the grout around your tub or shower. Caulk and grout ensure that water won’t get behind tile and vinyl. Water that finds its way behind these seals can
Posted May 1, 2018 3008
January Home Maintenance Checklist We hope you find this list helpful going into what is traditionally the coldest part of winter. Stave off the cabin fever! You can do all of these items yourself, or contact the professionals at Odd Job Larry for help! Washer Maintenance (check filter, hose) Dryer Maintenance (vacuum lint) 