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Top 5 Tile Floor Cleaners Best Mop: O-Cedar EasyWring Microfiber Spin Mop Best For Pets: Nature’s Miracle Hard Floor Cleaner Best Formula: Bona Floor Cleaner Spray Longest Lasting: Better Life Natural Tub and Tile Cleaner Best Vacuum: Hoover FloorMate Deluxe Hard Floor Cleaner Best Mop: O-Cedar EasyWring Microfiber Spin Mop This product is a traditional spin mop. It comes with the mop handle that attaches to the microfiber mop head. It also comes with a bucket that has a section for the water and cleaner mixture and a wringer to remove excess water from the mop head....

Top 5 Water Softeners Best Magnetic Softener: YARNA Capacitive Electronic Water Descaler System Best Hybrid Softener: Whirlpool WHESFC Pro Series Softener Best For Large Households: AFWFilters Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener Best Shower Filter: MEETYOO Shower Filter 15-Stage Water Softener Best Value: iSpring ED2000 Whole-House Water Descaler System Best Magnetic Softener: YARNA Capacitive Electronic Water Descaler System This magnetic water softener balances the need to eliminate hard water with the health benefits of maintaining some levels of calcium and magnesium in your body....

The This Old House Reviews Team believes the best pest control companies servicing Orlando are Orkin, Terminix, and Aptive. There are also some local Orlando pest control providers that offer similar targeted approaches to help you get rid of your pest problem. Keep reading to compare the best pest control companies in Orlando. Top 7 Pest Control Companies in Orlando The highest-rated pest control companies that service the Orlando area include:...

“This Old House continues to be a leader in the home improvement genre, and we’re thrilled to build upon our legacy with more episodes as well as all-new SVOD and linear channels,” said Dan Suratt, Vice President of This Old House, Roku. “Joining Roku earlier this year enabled This Old House to invest more in our storied brand, which will benefit an all-new generation of home improvement enthusiasts this season and in many years to come....

Resource Guide Download the resource guide for the 2020 Idea House: The Farmhouse in Fairfield County to learn about the products, resources, and professionals that went into building this home.

Old House, Old Walls Between the brick, slapdash patches of gray mortar clash with the original white. In some places, the brick face has begun to flake off—a sign that water is getting in, freezing and slowly turning the hard red clay into dust. A dozen 3-foot-long cracks radiate from the windows on the north side, leaving the wall open to water infiltration. Anxious to find out what has gone wrong, Rogers called Mario Machnicki, a mason who specializes in fixing brick and stone walls....

Uncontrolled Electrical Currents If old Ben Franklin only knew the careless way some of us deal with electricity these days, he would’ve kept his discovery to himself. Whether it’s overwhelming a frayed extension cord with holiday lights, or exposed outlets like the one taped to a conductive metal support in this flood-prone basement, home electrocutions account for around 1,000 deaths each year in the U.S alone. At the least this homeowner could have used a GFCI receptacle so any power surge would switch it off....

Seattle’s wet climate makes homes in the area particularly vulnerable to foundation issues, including mold and settlement. If you notice cracks in your walls or uneven floors, it may be time for repair. The This Old House Reviews Team has researched the best foundation repair companies in Seattle, Tacoma, and the surrounding area. This guide breaks down the costs and services of our top seven recommendations. Top Foundation Repair Companies in Seattle 1....

Dated Look: Before Worn cabinets, pink-and-white laminate, and an acoustic-tile ceiling dated the kitchen. Shown: Chris Webb in the kitchen Hidden Work Station A desk and paperwork hide behind flipper doors that swing open and slide back. Style and Function A beveled edge dresses up simple black laminate countertops. Trays slide into “found space” between two cabinets near the sink. Pendant: Restoration Hardware Countertops: Wilsonart Organized Set-Up This spice drawer near the range has angled dividers to make locating the cinnamon as easy as pie....

Attic Anatomy: Rafters or Roof Trusses? One of an attic’s most important features is its framing. Many older houses (and plenty of new ones, too) are framed with rafters –2x or engineered lumber that extends from the ridge board at the roof peak down to the top plate of the exterior wall, where each rafter typically overhangs to form the eaves of a house. Rafters are cut and installed one “stick” at a time, so this type of roof is sometimes referred to as a “stick-framed” roof....

Watch this project from start-to-finish in all-new episodes of This Old House starting the first week of April on PBS. Check your local listings. BEFORE: Photos of the Dorchester Triple Decker Project Fire Damage The back of the house received most of the fire damage. The fire was so intense vinyl siding melted in some spots. The majority of interior walls were saturated with water. Family History Carol lived in this house for 39 years before the fire....

Door Stud Door Installation Hardware Tool Kit Shop Now This specialty tool revolutionizes door installation. Making the process less complicated, it can hang a door in half the time. It keeps the door freestanding while you work, allowing for safe one-person, hands-free installation. Makita Circular Saw Shop Now This circular saw is a reliable power tool that holds a 7.25-inch blade in its lightweight and balanced frame. The product features two built-in LED lights that brighten the tool’s line of sight to ensure that each cut is accurate....

There are a lot of home security systems on the market in Kansas City, MO, but they all come at different prices with different features. Some companies offer more packages and different equipment than others, and systems vary in terms of comprehensiveness. The This Old House Reviews Team has evaluated the best home security systems in Kansas City on key metrics to help you determine the best fit for your home....

Top 4 Home Warranty Companies in Sacramento The highest-rated home warranty companies in Sacramento, CA, include: 1. American Home Shield For the best overall home warranty in Sacramento, we recommend American Home Shield (AHS). This company has been a leader in the industry for nearly 50 years, and its plans cover types of damage that other companies don’t, such as pre-existing conditions and problems resulting from insufficient maintenance. AHS offers three coverage plans: ShieldSilver, ShieldGold, and ShieldPlatinum....

Want to save these ideas for later? Create your own holiday gift list to share gift ideas with family and friends. Smirly Cheese Board and Knife Set Shop Now This charcuterie board set comes with everything you need to class up a party. Along with a round plate that features five sections for fruit, bread, nuts, and other finger foods, you’ll receive a matching board for meat, cheese, and crackers....

We found 41 places where you’d feel great raising your kids. Here are our picks for the top towns for parents and children. Sitka, Alaska The capital of Russian America, Sitka was the site of the handoff to the United States after the 1867 Alaska Purchase; it remained the region’s capital until 1906. Patinated copper spires atop the St. Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral overlook this community in the state’s southeastern region, which has an old-world feel rare for a West Coast town....

Here are the top places where the vibe is young and hip, and the local activities perfectly suited to singles on the go. Historic Garden District, Montgomery, Alabama Twelve short blocks from downtown Montgomery, the Garden District is home to 2,500 residents as diverse as its architecture. Young singles and 30-something professionals are drawn to a community that is ethnically varied, socially diverse, and still every bit as genteel as any small town in the old South....