Archives: Home Improvement

Insulating Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Insulation, Power Tools

Tools For Insulating Basement Walls It seems with the current cold weather of winter that many people are searching for information on insulating their homes. A growing number of people are looking for advice on insulating their basements so I thought I’d write an article on the tools that you’ll need to effectively insulate your…

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Replacement Refrigerator Water Filters

By Todd Fratzel on Kitchens, Maintanence

Our highly intelligent refrigerator has been telling me for several months now that we need to replace the refrigerator water filter. Most of today’s refrigerators have built in water filters to clean the water for ice and cold drinks. We own a Kenmore Model #106.56703500 side-by-side refrigerator that takes Model #9030 replacement refrigerator water filters.…

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Roofing Protractor Review

By Todd Fratzel on Framing, Power Tools, Product Reviews, Roofing

It’s not often that I see a new tool or gadget and ask myself why someone hasn’t come up with this thing sooner. When Derek Pater emailed me and asked if he could send me his latest invention, Roofing Protractor, to review I was a bit skeptical. However, I never turn down a product to…

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My Dremel Tool Gifts

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

I received some more great tools for Christmas. My in-laws got me some great Dremel Tools this year. The first one I got was the Dremel 7700-02 MultiPro 7.2-Volt 20,000 RPM Two-Speed Rotary Tool with 50 Accessories. This great Dremel tool comes with a fantastic carrying case and plenty of accessories. The kit features: Cordless…

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Does Your House Have Insulation?

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Insulation

Don’t Assume Your House Is InsulatedShortly after we bought our first home we started some major renovation projects including a complete kitchen remodel, master bathroom remodel and replacement window installation. The house we bought was a 1960’s ranch style home that was very well built. I just assumed the house was properly insulated. When I…

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My Home Improvement Tool Gifts

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

I received two great home improvement tool gifts for Christmas this year. I have to admit tools are a serious weakness for me and I take every opportunity to buy them or request them for gifts. This year was no exception and I was fortunate enough to pick up two great home improvement tool gifts…

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DeWalt 18-Volt Cordless Drill Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

DeWalt 18-Volt Cordless Drill I recently bought a new cordless drill to replace one that I’ve had for years. I’m a huge fan of DeWalt tools and I couldn’t help but buy the DEWALT DC759KA Heavy-Duty 18-Volt Ni-Cad 1/2-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit when I saw it on sale for $149 with FREE shipping from Amazon.…

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Insulating A Basement With Cellulose

By Todd Fratzel on Basements, Energy Conservation, Insulation

I’ve written several posts about how to insulate basements, How To Insulate Basement Walls and Basement Insulation. One of the best ways I know how to insulate a basement is using a combination of polystyrene foam board insulation and spray-in-place cellulose insulation. I get so many emails and questions about how to properly insulate a…

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