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ServiceMagic’s home improvement videos give homeowners the information they need before starting any home improvement project.
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Don't Stop at Stopping Your Mail
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David Lupberger shows you how to keep your home safe this holiday season. Believe it or not, it's not as easy as just stopping your mail.
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How to Replace Shoe Molding
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Shoe molding is the wooden molding placed where cabinets and walls touch the hardwood flooring below them. Over time, this molding can get pretty beaten up -- but replacing it is no problem with our step-by-step DIY video.
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How Much Does Solar Cost? Part I
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David Lupberger is installing solar panels on his house. In part one of this two-part series, he answers questions on cost, tax breaks and the installation process.
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Burt and Mabel #1: All I Wanted Was a New Kitchen
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Burt and Mabel Young could be any typical married couple. They're extremely happy, but face hurdles like everyone else. When it's time to remodel their kitchen, Burt wants to do the work himself. Mabel puts her foot down and it puts a strain on their relationship.
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The Story of Jane
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When you're having a hard time trying to choose one service professional over another, ServiceMagic is the best way to make an informed choice.
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Why Flush Good Water Down the Toilet?
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David Lupberger talks to Mike Vail, of Water Legacy, about their Grey Water Re-Use system. Vail shows how the system works as it takes used water from sink and shower drains, sterilizes it, and sends it back to be re-used in toilets.
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How Much Does Solar Cost? Part II
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David Lupberger is installing solar panels on his house. In part two of this two-part series, he answers questions on optimal installation, how long the project takes and the inspection process.
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Burt and Mabel #2: Burt Makes a Deal
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Burt and Mabel agree to go forward with their kitchen remodel under one condition - Burt gets to choose the contractor. But is Shady McShade a licensed and trustworthy contractor? And is Boris Beasley as sinister as his record indicates?
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Have You Really Looked at Your Toilet Seat?
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Not the easiest of topics to approach, but, let's face it... toilet seats get a little grimy over time. In this short video, you'll see how easy and cheap they are to change out.
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A Tale of Two Louie's
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When you're having a hard time trying to choose one service professional over another, ServiceMagic is the best way to make an informed choice.
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Need More Storage in Your Garage?
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Sure, you can spend all day building shelves into your garage walls. Or you can spend half an hour putting together this easy solution.
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How to Keep Your Dryer Working Its Best
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Some folks only clean out their dryer's lint trap, but there are other areas you should check to keep your dryer working its best. David Lupberger shows other places to check for dryer lint, and why keeping dryer lint from building up is an important safety issue.
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Wellborn's Vienna Kitchen Cabinet Styles
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David Lupberger interviews Wellborn's Angela O'Neil at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show about her company's "contemporary to transitional" kitchen and cabinet designs in a sample Vienna kitchen.
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'Green' Flooring Options
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Everything from carpet to hardwood. Learn what kinds of environmentally-friendly flooring options are available. You might be surprised at the number of choices you now have!
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Learn How to Green Your Countertops
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Looking for an upgrade to your kitchen? Thinking green? Brandy LeMae of VaST Architecture gives an overview of green materials available for countertops
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Electrical Problems? How to Reset Your Breakers
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Ever had a hair dryer stop working? It may not be the dryer. ServiceMagic shows what to check if you think your power has gone out. (Always use caution and consider hiring a professional when working with electricity.)
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How to Replace a Sprinkler Head
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It's not as hard as you think (well, it shouldn't be). Go ahead and look at this short video-- we hope your fix is as simple as this.
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Increase Your Home's Curb Appeal
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It's the simple things that we overlook. In this short video, David Lupberger points out some simple ways to increase your home's curb appeal.
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Beautiful New Kitchen Cabinets by Covered Bridge
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Want to check out some beautiful kitchen cabinetry? These cabinets from Covered Bridge are elegant and functional. ServiceMagic's David Lupberger gets hands-on with them at 2009's Kitchen - Bath Industry Show.
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Low-Flow Lawn Watering
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Check out two forms of low-flow irrigation that cut down on water usage and save you money!
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Why Hire a Landscaper?
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Landscaping's simple, right? Seems like you can do it yourself? Well, here are some tips to consider if you think a pro's needed.
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How to Change a Light Switch
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ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF! That's the first step in changing a light switch. David Lupberger shows the rest of the process in this short video.
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What Are the Benefits of Xeriscaping?
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Xeriscaping is a way to bring beautiful colors to your yard while saving on your water bill. If you live in a dry climate, this landscape technique is something to consider.
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Not a Home Service Pro?
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Not a Home Service Pro? Learn More About ServiceMagic's New Opportunities for Local Services Pros (In under 5 minutes)
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Kohler's New Showerhead -- The Flipside
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Kohler recently launched its latest innovation, the Flipside, which is a 4-way showerhead that gives four completely different shower experiences. It's also rated as low-flow for water conservation. David Lupberger gets a demonstration from Brian Barnett of Kohler at the 2009 Kitchen - Bath Industry Show.
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How to Tape and Finish Drywall
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Learn how to turn your drywall into a real wall. In this short video, you'll see how to get your drywall ready for texture and paint.
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See Why Deck Maintenance Is a Must
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Think that your wooden deck is maintenance free? These homeowners found out the hard way that they're not. See what happens when you don't properly take care of your deck.
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How to Paint Exterior Wood Trim
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Need to do some painting around the house? Here's a short, step-by-step video that shows how to prepare the surface and paint exterior wood trim.
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10 Projects That Bring More Bang for the Buck
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David Lupberger goes over the projects that return the most value for their cost in 2009, according to Remodeling Magazine. (Check Remodeling Magazine for regional, state and city data.)
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Garage Remodeling
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David Lupberger has some good advice about the growing trend of Garage Remodeling
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How to Apply Texture to Drywall
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It's true-- you can texture walls yourself with some easy steps. Learn how to apply two easy forms of texture in this short video.
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Finishing Your Basement
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Finishing your basement could mean adding hundreds of square feet of living space to your home.
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How to Choose The Right Picture Hanger for Drywall
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You don't want to use too small of a picture hanger, or it might pull through the drywall. On the other hand, using an unnecessarily large hanger will leave too big of a hole. David Lupberger shows how to pick the right one every time.
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How to Repair a Leaky Toilet
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A running toilet wastes water and drips all over your sanity if it's keeping you awake. ServiceMagic.com's Home Improvement Expert, David Lupberger, shows how to repair a toilet that won't quit running. But if you get in over your head, don't think twice about calling a plumber.
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How to Patch Drywall
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It's not as hard as you think! Home Improvement Expert David Lupberger shows how to patch a hole in your drywall in this step-by-step instructional video.
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Home Organizing Tips for Garage & Home Office
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Over-cluttered garage? Messy home office? David Lupberger reviews some home organizing tips, with examples of garage organizing and home office organizing. Even the most daunting tasks are easy thanks to professional organizers.
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Cost vs Value Remodeling Ideas
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David Lupberger reviews the top 5 cost vs value remodeling ideas from Remodeling Magazine's National Cost vs. Value report. Watch the video and learn which are the best cost value remodeling projects today. (Check Remodeling Magazine for regional, state and city data.)
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Hanging Outdoor Christmas Lights
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With the Holidays comes elaborate outdoor light displays. Yet such projects don't have to be purely DIY. Dave Lupberger explores hiring pros for the Holidays.
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Man Caves & Man Rooms
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Man caves and man rooms are in hot demand as men need a space of their own in the home. David Lupberger finds out how and why men are claiming part of the house as their own, personal man caves or man rooms... and the throw pillows don't need to match!
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Home Winterization Tips, Winterizing Your Home
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David Lupberger reviews his home winterization tips. Winterizing your home can save thousands of dollars in repair bills, and might even avoid some serious safety issues. As we get ready for cold weather, it's a good time to winterize your home.
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HOA Problems & Complaints
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Having HOA problems? Your HOA complaints aren't lonely. A new ServiceMagic.com survey shows that a majority of people don't care for their Homeowners Association. David Lupberger talks about Homeowners' Association problems and what to do about them.
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Luxury Master Bedroom Suites
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Add some pizzazz to your master bedroom by making it a master bedroom suite! Get some great ideas from remodels and new master bedrooms that take the idea of creating a luxury master suite to new heights...literally.
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Your Neighbor's Messy Yard
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Have a bad neighbor? Your neighbor's messy yard may be impacting the value of your home. Watch our latest video as David Lupberger explores bad neighbors and messy yards.
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Outdoor Kitchen Ideas & Custom Outdoor Kitchens
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Outdoor kitchen ideas come to life as David Lupberger reviews some custom outdoor kitchens and ideas. Watch how you can create a backyard retreat for your friends and family, and add value to your home with an outdoor kitchen.
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Hiring a Moving Company & Finding Movers
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Hiring a moving company might seem like an easy task. But before finding movers, you might want to go over these simple tips that can save your belongings and your checkbook.
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Home Remodeling Projects & Tips
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Knowing what to expect will keep your remodeling projects like they should be - fun. David Lupberger offers some home remodeling tips to think about before your next home remodel.
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Home Inspection Tips & Problems
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David Lupberger offers some home inspection tips and reviews some important home inspection problems. Don't let your pending sale fall through - make sure your home is ready to pass inspection.
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