Gutter and Downspout Repair - 9/30 Money Pit e-Newsletter

Home Remodeling Repair & Improve Ideas & Solutions Radio & Podcasts Contact Us Community Presented by: The Welcome Mat As you get started with fall home improvement projects, one task that should be high on your to-do list is gutter maintenance. A fully functioning gutter system is the first line of defense against a wet basement, and now is the perfect time to make sure your gutters and downspouts are in good repair before a deluge of autumn leaves clogs up the picture. We have all the info you need to get your gutters in ship shape. You can do-it-yourself, but you don't have to do it alone. This Issue How to Repair Gutters and Downspouts Wet basements are a problem all across the United States, in every climate, and in every type of home. The secret to keeping your basement dry is keeping the moisture down along your home's foundation. You'll need to give your gutter system a good inspection to make sure water is flowing properly away from your Money Pit. Here's how to make any needed repairs to gutters and downspouts. read more Save Water and Money with Each Flush A standard toilet uses 40% of the water you use in your home... that's nearly HALF of your water use. Imagine how much water and money you could save by reducing the amount of water you use with each flush. You can easily save water in the bathroom with HydroRight's dual flush system. Invented by a plumber, the HydroRight system can turn your toilet into one that saves water with every flush. read more Be Prepared for Power Outages with a Backup Generator It's never a good idea to wait until the last minute to make plans for a power outage. Power outages are not just inconvenient; electric power is necessary to maintain temperatures that prevent mold growth, food spoilage and burst pipes. A home backup generator is a solid investment when you consider the significant property damage that an extended power outage can cause. read more Ask Tom & Leslie: Medicine Cabinet Update I would like to do a minor update to our bathroom. The medicine cabinet is still in excellent shape but has gold metal trim around the mirrored doors. I assume this is holding the mirror to the door. Can I paint this or replace this to match the brushed nickel fixtures I'd like to use? read more ON THE AIR: How to Clean a Fireplace Screen Learn a quick and easy way to keep your fireplace screen clean and safe. Tree placement can cut down on energy costs as well as add beauty to your lawn. Find out how to keep your generator in top shape so you won't be left in the dark. Plus get answers to your home improvement questions about eliminating water stains from a ceiling, wood stoves for heating, unequal water pressure, staining a deck, refinishing a countertop, trimming overgrown trees, stress cracks, and installing a sump pump. read more Share This Information With A Friend! Simply forward this Email. And invite friends to register to receive this E-newsletter each week. If you would like to unsubscribe from our weekly newsletter, please refer to the unsubscribe directions at the bottom of this newsletter. You are currently subscribed to moneypit_e-newsletter as: dabeisner@yahoo.com To unsubscribe: click here or write to Squeaky Door Productions, Inc., 57 S. Main Street #133, Neptune, New Jersey 07753

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