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We have a huge, beautiful pine tree in our front yard that we want to get rid of. I've been told that some landscaping companies will remove it for free...

Anyone know the best way to remove an old veneer from a cedar chest? I've been chipping away at it but have gouged the cedar underneath a few times and don't want to do it again.
Thanks.

Re-paint

So we finally hired a contractor to do the exterior paint and no surprise we can't get the job scheduled. So we're starting over. Anyway, we have decided on Sherwin Williams Duration exterior paint...

Well I'm thinking about doing a lot anyway. Getting down to the actual doing is a bit more difficult. I did get the little screened in porch washed and was a little disappointed to see that the...

You're always so helpful. Thanks so much.

Well now that sounds just about right. So I was reading that with Thompsons Waterseal Advanced wood protectors you can apply it to damp wood 2-4 hours after cleaning. Have you tried this? Putting...

It just says "Clear Multi-Surface Waterproofer" It says it beads, waterproofs, and allows wood to gray naturally.
You're going to tell me it's no good now aren't you?

It has a semi-transparent stain/sealer on it now. It looks aweful and I suspect the sealer is third rate as the water has never really beaded up on it like I think it should when it's well...

Okay I'm three estimates in and more confused than ever. Some people have talked about caulking and others have said there is no caulking needed. One guy told me that exterior wood needs to be...

Ahhh... BB.. How right you are. I have three companies out this week. One of them was recommended by the Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce. One of them (CollegeWorks) turned me off because they did...

Hello, All.
I live in Bolingbrook and am looking for estimates on an exterior paint job. I was wondering if anyone has had any good experiences with a painter they may want to recommend.
Thanks.

My cd is not working on my Gateway. When I push the open button on the tower itself nothing happens. When I restart the computer I get an error that the cd device is not recognized and it does not...

I also had a very faint line with my second pregnancy.
ANY positive line is a positive result. Home pregnancy tests are very accurate and false positives are extremely rare. However, if you have...

A college degree is becoming increasingly important in landing a job. There is no argument there. However, articles like those submitted by vingogly do tend to focus on those individuals who make...

Attic bypasses are the unsealed spaces leaking air into your attic---through overhead light fixtures, attic stairs, chimney, whole house fans, etc. Research shows these breaches can significantly...

I have read many articles stating that insulation application is best left to a pro as much of it's effectiveness is dependent on proper installation. Also some articles imply that the cost of...

I've been doing some research and getting some estimates on insulation (wow is it expensive!). And the debate between fiberglass and cellulose is driving me crazy. Do you guys have any opinions on...

Hi, Sara.
I am currently a stay at home mom but have been in recruiting for seven years. I can say from my experience working with employers that the vast majority are now requiring four degrees...

You're my hero, bb. Is there anything you don't know?

We have a crack in the ceiling where the dinning room transitions to the living room. It looks like it has been taped at least once without success. How would I go about fixing this? It seems to...

We are hoping to replace carpeting in an upstairs bedroom with a laminate flooring. But the floor sags toward the center of the room. Can I still use a laminate or am I going to have to stick with...

Well the fixing is coming along slowly. We don't have the funds and the problems are piling up. We did have a home inspection, for what it is was worth---not much we're finding. Anyway thanks for...

Wow! I've been a little disppointed to see some tempers flaring in this thread. I understand that this is a touchy subject and we will all disagree on certain aspects, that is what makes this...

Thanks, bb. Wish my realtor could've told me that before we bought here.

I have been a recruiter for 7 years and have rarely seen a company decline hire for a simple midemeanor. I suspect there is more to the equation.
Also I would never advise anyone to lie on an...

I don't know who the builder was. But we're in Bolingbrook so it's possible we have the same builder. I don't know how to find out who the builder was.

We recently had a bathroom remodeled and he used grout on all the seams (corners of walls, where the tile meets the tub, etc). I think it's supposed to be caulked. Should I remove the grout and...

Bb, can you tell me how much you would charge for this kind of project? I know it will be a rough estimate. Thanks.

No problem ballengerb. Whether it's a 2 foot or 2 inch hole, it's not a project I can tackle right now. But thanks so much for the clarification.

Yikes! Sounds like you and I have different ideas about "not difficult" means.
Any idea you know how much all that would cost?
Can I just move instead?

I have no idea what kind of wood it is. I used a pressure washer on it last year (before I read all about how too much pressure can cause damage) hence the need for sanding.

The interior walls are drywall and not done very well. You can see where all the seams were taped. The exterior is aluminum siding for the most part. Some wood on the front of the house but the...

We have a three bedroom home with a large outdate rec room. We are considering making it into a small bedroom and separate den to turn it into a four bedroom house. How much value would that add at...

We have a large-ish two level deck that needs cleaning, sanding, sealing. Anyone have any suggestions on the best methods/products to use?
Also a section of one of the floor boards has rotted...

We have several squeaky spots in the upstairs floors of a raised ranch. The floors are carpeted over plywood. I think the supports are some sort of metal so in some places you hear not only the...

We've been in our home for nearly three years. Don't ask me how I've noticed this before but we actually get frost on a couple of areas of the downstairs walls. Also there is a lot of cold air...

It is sad to see what happens to some of the children in the foster care system. Overall it does serve the greater good, but mistakes happen-more often than I would like to think. Sometimes those...

Oh goodness, where to begin...
Every OB has their own schedule so I asked when they do what types of appointments (when they do ultrasounds, blood tests, etc.) My sister-in-law's OB is very...

OB's typically schedule your first visit around 8 weeks. It's hard to wait that long, especially with your first. With my first I found an OB who scheduled a consultation immediately, prescribed...

I actually respectfully disagree with tickle. I am a former child welfare worker and I can tell you from experience that the system is well-intentioned and intrinsically flawed. I have seen many...

Has anyone found a fast and accurate under arm thermometer? My kids have febrile seizures so we are always taking temperatures. And at 3 1/2 and 1 1/2 they are not easy to keep still for the two...

My son also has a hard time staying in time out. We are very consistent and physically take him back to time out when he moves. Some days are better than others and some days I feel as though my...

I would love to hear from any medical professionals or parents with similar experiences.
My son is 3 1/2 and has strabismus (sorry if mispelled). His ophthalmologist is treating with patch therapy...

I've recently noticed a fog horn like noise coming from the pipes. It seems to correspond with the cycling of the water softener but I'm not certain. Any idea what the cause/solution might be?