I’ve found that windows are unlikely to come off the truck in the order you need them, so I make a roadmap of the house (it’s the same diagram, maybe neatened up, I used to write my order) so I know what windows go where.
I’ve found that windows are unlikely to come off the truck in the order you need them, so I make a roadmap of the house (it’s the same diagram, maybe neatened up, I used to write my order) so I know what windows go where.

Every so often, the forces of the universe conspire — and not in a nice way — to block people from success. If you’re a remodeler,…
I saw this tool in the Woodworker’s Supply Catalogue (yes, I still “read” paper catalogues) and it looks like it makes all the sense in…


Night is a perfect opportunity to add another dimension to your curb appeal. What’s the best light for boosting a home’s curb appeal at night?…


We’ve all seen them. You can probably picture one in your mind’s eye– if not your backyard. Or, on your TV: Norm has one on…
Doors mean different things to different people. Topping our list of the many elements integral to what makes a door make an entrance are detail,…


If budget isn’t top of mind when planning most home improvement projects, you might be in for a bumpy ride. The bigger the project,…
For many homeowners, adding a deck can lead naturally to thinking about ways to connect the new outdoor living space with the inside of the…
This is the start of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, which means it’s time to take a “top down” look at your home. Even those homeowners…
MyFixitUpLife’s Mark & Theresa Live! at the 67th International Builders’ Show in Orlando. January 13 @ 10am: Mark and Theresa are sharing what’s new from…
With the massive weather events from fire to tornado scouring the US with what seems like increasing frequency and intensity, it’s almost easy to forget…
So we thought we knew which door we loved, until I discovered the Avonlea glass option. We might need to change our minds on our…


There are a few quick tips to edge your lawn like a pro. Check these out. A neatly trimmed lawn is a thing of beauty….
Mark and Theresa make a roof replacement happen on a 120-year-old Georgian-style home, with smart historic charm and on-budget peace of mind for young homeowners…
Re-roofing a house can be an overwhelming prospect. That said, there’s a lot of instant gratification in roofing, and if done on a beautiful day,…


June offers so many reasons to add a little color and fun, so why not take a few hours this weekend and decorate your front…
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