Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: central florida, Clickorlando.com, Florida Home, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Hurricane Shutters, Justweather.com, Local 6, Pro's Who Know, WKMG
Thousands of homeowners are devastated by the destruction a hurricane brings. After a hurricane, homeowners assess damage to their homes and prepare for the future. Before the planning stages here is some advice.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: central florida, Clickorlando.com, Florida Home, Homeowner, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Justweather.com, Local 6, Pro's Who Know
Use Weather Resistant Materials
If you are building or remodeling, that’s the time to make sure your home is storm-ready by utilizing all the weather-resistant building materials that are now available: hurricane strapping, clips, corner bracing, tie-down systems, and, of course, impact-resistant doors and windows. These materials will provide you with better protection during the next extreme weather situation.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: Clickorlando.com, Homeowner, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Justweather.com, Local 6, Pro's Who Know
Even with the amount of attention hurricanes have received in recent years, there are still a number of misconceptions surrounding them. Here are the top 10 myths and the truth behind them.
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Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: Clickorlando.com, dollar weed, dollarweed, Homeowner, landscaping, lawn and garden tips, lawn care, Local 6, pennywart, Pro's Who Know, weed control, WKMG
If you live in a warm or coastal climate, you’ve likely experienced the invasion of dollarweed (also called pennywort) in your lawn or garden. Dollarweed is caused by excess moisture, and it thrives in areas of poor drainage, excess irrigation, poor soil, and thin turf. Here’s what you need to know to control dollar weed in your yard.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: central florida, Homeowner, lawn and garden tips, lawn care, Local 6, Pro's Who Know, WKMG
Rainfall is scarce in July, and soaring temperatures can cause your garden and lawn to slow down and conserve energy. Vegetable gardens kick into high gear and will need some extra attention to stay happy. Other plants in your garden can benefit from special treatment as well. Here are some tips for your lawn and garden during the month of July. (more…)
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: build an outdoor bench, Clickorlando.com, exterior decor, home repairs, Homeowner, Local 6, outdoor bench, Pro's Who Know, WKMG, wooden bench, woodworking tools
This easy to build wooden outdoor bench is made from a pressure treated wood and assembled using corrosion resistant screws to stand up to the elements. It’s perfect on a back porch for taking off muddy shoes before coming inside. Here’s how to go about making it.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: Clickorlando.com, drywall installation, drywall saw, drywall tools, Florida Home, home repairs, installing drywall, Local 6, Pro's Who Know, WKMG
While hanging drywall can seem intimidating, with the right tools and techniques, it’s not as difficult as you might imagine. Drywall—also known as wallboard, plasterboard, and by the trade name Sheetrock®—is made from gypsum cement that is covered with paper to give it added strength and a smooth surface.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: cabinet dimensions, decorating, Florida Home, furniture dimensions, home furnishings, Homeowner, Local 6, orlando, Pro's Who Know, WKMG
Dimensions for cabinets and furniture have been standardized over the years to fit the average size person. While you can customize furnishing to fit your own personal needs, here’s a list of commonly used dimensions to help you when planning your next project.
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: Clickorlando.com, Florida Home, grout, home repairs, Homeowner, laying tile, Local 6, Pro's Who Know, sealing grout, tile floor, tile installation, tools, WKMG
Laying a tile floor is not as hard as you might think and can save the expense of having it professionally installed. To get started you’ll need: (more…)
Filed under: Pro's Who Know | Tags: eco-friendly, environmentally friendly, Florida Home, house plants, indoor air quality, Local 6, Pro's Who Know, WKMG
We all remember learning in science class that plants “breathe” by taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, which is why forests are so important in maintaining the delicate balance of the earth’s atmosphere. But did you know that certain tropical houseplants can also remove and process other, more harmful, chemicals from the air inside your home?
