Handyman Tips
Let Eric help you get your house in order each season; prepping for the winter, pre-spring projects, and general home improvement projects year-round. Eric is a carpenter and a published author so our readers get the best of both of his experiences.
Why hire an architect?
Plenty of building projects get built without architects. In fact, most do, and many even illegally. So why hire an architect? Here are some excellent reasons to hire an architect, if you are currently contemplating your next building project.
read moreTime for a New Mailbox
Greetings to everyone from us here at American Family Magazine, I trust everyone’s year is starting out on a positive note. This month I would like to go over some simple steps to building your own mailbox stand. You will need to use pressure-treated lumber: one 8-foot 4×4 and one 8-foot 2×4, 1 bag of 60 pound concrete, hand tools, 3-inch screws and a mailbox. First and foremost, be sure to check with your local post office to be sure of the specifications in your zip code region, such as mailbox height, setback from the...
read moreWinterize and Save
Now is the time to ready your home for the winter months ahead. If you follow these simple instructions, you will have your family enjoying a warm and cozy winter. Begin your house preparation by trimming...
read morePorch Makeover
Worn-out mismatched shoes scattered about, a mud-caked welcome mat, and the pile of sporting equipment from last weeks game. If your front porch makes you cringe, here are some ideas that will have you throwing a porch party in no time.
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