Basic air conditioner maintenance

Not only will regular maintenance keep your air conditioner work properly, but also it will keep the air clean for you and your guests. Proper maintenance will help you save energy and avoid reparations. Before you start doing the cleaning, read the manual, just in case there is something important that you need to do. Cleaning the unit First of all you will need to turn off the units an ...

Steel roof maintenance tips

Steel roofs are one of the best improvements that you can make to your home, and also the best investment. Steel roofs are maybe the most durable roofs on the market. They can least for more than 30 years, and they are very resistant to harsh weather and outdoor conditions. But the best thing about steel roofs is that they do not need much maintenance. You will still have to make a few repairs ...

Plants that reject spider mites

Although spider mites are very tiny creatures who live both on indoor and outdoor plants, they cause a lot of problems to their host. Their name comes from the fact that they build little webs between the leaves of a plant and suck its juice. They prefer almost every plant, but there are some that keep spider mites away. Garlic Plants that grow near garlic cannot be infested with spider ...

Air conditioner ducts

One of the most common problem with air conditioning system ducts is the accumulation of dust. That’s why it’s important to clean them at least once a year. Many people do not understand the importance of cleaning the ducts, because of their priorities. The air ducts have an important effect on the overall performance of the system and also of their health. These ducts are made from sh ...

Welding pickets to spiral staircase

This isn’t an easy job for a beginner, but it’s a good starting point for amateur welders. All you need to do is follow the next steps: First of all you will need to lay the steps so that the widest part, the outside of the step, should face towards you. Next you will need to mark the pickets. Measure the distance between the pickets by dividing their number by the size of the stair. ...

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