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Quick TIP: Removing a Stripped Screw
Ever have those moments when you want to get a small project done and something like a pesky stripped screw stands in your way of getting it done. Rob will guide you through a quick fix so you can get it done and be on your way.... Be sure to subscribe for more tips!
Welcome to ASK Rob to be HOME SAVVY
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Gutters & Downspouts got ya Down?
Check out this video for some helpful tips!
GFCI's Why do we need them?
Check out this video for some helpful tips!
Winter Storm Clean Up
Check out this video for some helpful tips!
Recessed Lighting Part 1
*** please be sure to shut off the breakers/electricity prior to installation. Recessed lighting (can lighting) has come a long way and is easier to install than you think. It offers a great lighting solution for any setting. Check out our quick installation of a retrofit from a standard screw in bulb with trim ring to a improved look single piece LED with trim ring all in one. Tools Required: ~Multi-Bit Screw Driver (Phillips and Flat) ~Ladder ~Safety Glasses *** Strongly recommended that you have a licensed electrician assist or perform running wires and electrical installation, if you are a beginner or do not have base knowledge.
Check out this video for some helpful tips!
Recessed Lighting Part 2
Recessed lighting (can lighting) has come a long way and is easier to install than you think. It offers a great lighting solution for any setting.
*** please be sure to shut off the breakers/electricity prior to installation. a licensed electrician assist or perform running wires and electrical installation, if you are a beginner or do not have base knowledge.
Check out this video for some helpful tips!
Kitchen Island Build Out Part 3
Kitchen Islands don't need to be boring. Add some decorative legs, and touches to create a piece of furniture that is a centerpiece.
Kitchen Island Build Out Part 2
Kitchen Islands don't need to be boring. Add some decorative legs, and touches to create a piece of furniture that is a centerpiece.
Kitchen Island Build Out
Kitchen Islands don't need to be boring. Add some decorative legs, and touches to create a piece of furniture that is a centerpiece.
Installing LVT Flooring
LVT stands for Luxury Vinyl Tile - a product that looks like real wood and stone flooring, but provides many more practical benefits.
Check out our quick video on installation. Be sure to wear safety goggles and consult a professional with any questions.
🧰 Tools Needed:
🔨 Hammer or mallet
🔨 Measuring Tape
🔨 Table saw recommended
🔨 Safety Glasses
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Behind the Scenes
Get to know about Landshapes Construction LLC, Inspections by Rob and about Rob Matijas, the owner/founder of the companies.
Spring Maintenance
Let's take a walk to check out some things you should look for around your home after the Winter is over.
What is a Home Inspection?
Join Rob for this quick yet informative video where he explains what a Home Inspection is and why it's a good idea to get one...
Installing a Bathroom Faucet
Check out this video and see how to install a bathroom faucet. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our Ask Rob to be Home SAVVY YouTube Channel for more videos.
Springtime Surprises
Springtime is a great time for birds to find a new home for their nests. This can lead to possible problems within your home. Here are some great tips!
Springtime Surprises
Shock that Well🚰 👉🏻Check out some useful information as Rob shocks a water well as a maintenance item for a home. 👍🏻Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to Ask Rob to be Home SAVVY on our Youtube Channel for more videos....
Changing Light Switches
Switches... changing them out is easier than you think.
Check out this video on just that with Ask Rob to be Home Savvy....
***** Please be sure to turn off power to the circuit that you are working on. Hire a pro if you are not ready to do this yourself.
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Changing Outlets
Changing outlets....
Update/upgrade your household outlets with some tips from Ask Rob to be Home Savvy...
*** Be sure to turn off power to area you are working on, PRIOR to trying to change out a plug. Please be sure to hire a pro if you are unsure how to do this.
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Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall: Check our this video on how Rob installs a Retaining Wall, adding curb appeal to a home. 📷Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more videos and tips 📷
Pool Timer
Why have a pool timer!? ✅save energy ✅cuts costs ✅saves wear & tear on pumps and equipment 👍🏻 📷Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more videos and tips 📷
Pool Maintenance
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Storage Cubby
Ever thought about unused space in your home? Check out how Rob made a quick project of a storage space in a garage under some stairs. ✅Always be sure to consult professionals for questions, and check for electrical and plumbing prior to beginning this or any project. 👉🏻For more tips, check out our YouTube Channel: Ask Rob to be Home Savvy 👍🏻
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Dehumidifier Maintenance
Dehumidifiers... it's that time of year when we run them a lot... did you know there is a little maintenance for it? If you have one that is a pump system and has stopped... this may be why. Check out Rob's quick tip... 👉🏻Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel: Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more tips and tricks.
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Quick Door Fix
Have a door that won’t shut properly!? Check out this video how to 👍🏻
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The Bat House
Are the mosquitoes driving you batty? Bats love to eat mosquitoes 🦟 so here we install a BAT HOUSE to attract bats to lessen our mosquito issues. 👉🏻 Always be sure that your ladder is secure. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me: landshapesconstructionllc@gmail.com
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Garage Door Maintenance
Garage Door making you cringe each time it opens? That loud noise can be abated with these tips... 👉🏻 If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me: landshapesconstructionllc@gmail.com
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Leaky Toilet Got Ya Down?
Leaky Toilet got ya down? Check out Rob's video on getting fixed so you can be on your way.... Be sure to contact a professional with questions- remember we are here to answer questions and help! Link in Bio.... Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Ask Rob to Be Home SAVVY - Link in bio too!
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Product Review
Thought about getting a battery operated shovel for this Winter? See what I thought about the Snow Joe...
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Product Review PART II
Thought about getting a battery operated shovel for this Winter? See what I thought about the Snow Joe...
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Washing Machine Maintenance
Appliance maintenance is always a good way to keep things running smoothly. Check out a quick Washing Machine Maintenance cleaning to help your washer stay around longer and cleaner! Be Sure to SUBSCRIBE to my YOUTUBE Channel: Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more tips and how to's...
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Changing out a Heat Exchanger Unit
Check out how to change out a heat exchanger within a Boiler/Combi Unit. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our Channel Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more tips, projects and how to's. ***Please be sure to contact a professional or hire one if needed.
Summer is Coming, here are some maintenance items...
Summer is coming... Is your Home 🏡 ready? Check out this video on some tips and what to look for around our home when checking off your maintenance items....Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our Channel Ask Rob to be Home Savvy for more tips, projects and how to's. ***Please be sure to contact a professional or hire one if needed.
What Are Home Inspections Important?
When buying or selling a home, having a Home Inspection is a great way to see the big picture of the house and how things are working or not working properly. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our You tube Channel for more tips and project how to's.....
Home Inspection Series: The ROOF
Home Inspection Series Continues…. Today’s topic: The Roof
- What do we look for?
- Type of roof –
- Material of roof –
- Age – educated guess based on material/type of roof and the exposed position of the roof (trees nearby, is it holding stones, what is the surface condition, high slope, low slope, etc.)
- How the product was installed – properly installed, manufacturer's recommendations followed
Check out what Rob has to say about roofs and what he looks for when doing a Home Inspection….
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Home Inspection Series: Plumbing
Home Inspection Series Continues…. Today’s topic: Plumbing
What do we look for during a Home Inspection when it comes to Plumbing?
- Check plumbing system 👉🏻Type of piping – cooper, pvc, pecs,
- What the drainage pipes are made of - Pvc, plastic, galvanized, cpvc, etc.
- Properly supported, correct length, etc.
- We look at the code and installation processes and manufacturer recommendations to see if it was installed properly or not
- Do these need to be upgraded, fixed, maintained, etc.
- Hot water heaters, spas, Jacuzzis, tubs, showers, toilets, venting
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Home Inspection Series: Electrical
Home Inspection Series Continues…. Today’s topic: Electrical
Home Inspection Series Continues…. Today’s topic: Electrical
Home Inspection Series: Electrical ⚡️
- What do we look for during a home inspection for electrical?
- We look for age and type of system at home.
- The older the home, the more steps we have to look at to make sure the system is updated to modern times.
- We look to see how the system was worked on, modified, changed, and does it follow the current standards.
- Plugs, Switches, how they are all secured, wiring/routing hooked up properly, how does it look installed (neat or messy), damage of any wires, any open connections, breaker/fuses present (breakers – warm to touch, overloading, etc.)
- Electrical systems are complex👉🏻👉🏻LOOK at the system as a whole
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Home Inspection Series: Water & Septic
Home Inspection Series Continues: Water Testing and Septic
Here Rob explains what he looks for in water testing and septic…
Water testing including wells is for water purity – checks for bacteria in the well or water system in the home.
- Wells get natural bacteria – important to check water purity – Best for your body to have clean
- How do we test the water system?
- We run water for 10-15 mins to get pure water
- Sterilize faucet – flame from lighter
- Water put into seal sterilized bottle
- Send to lab
- Septic System
- Age of home can affect septic pipes
- The company that pumps the system certifies the tank and looks to make sure the tank/system is working properly
- What do we look for?
- Can’t see pipes – So we look for a wet soggy yard, which may give us an indication that the system may be failing
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Home Inspection Series: Radon
Home Inspection Series Continues: Radon
Radon
- What is Radon?
- Gas that is emitted from the soil and can be found in most homes.
- How do we test?
- Certified machines that are calibrated, inspected and recertified yearly.
- Machines measure alpha beta and gamma particles.
- Standard test areas in your home include; the lowest occupiable level (level from a building/code standpoint, that can be a finished space).
- The machine stays in your home to be tested for 48 hours.
- Why do we test for radon?
- As radon depletes from a radon gas to lead, it gives off particles that you inhale. These particles are measured by our machines, which helps us decide if you are at risk at your home.
- We test to see if you need a radon mitigation system (which we can install if needed)
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Ask Rob: Product Review
Check out Rob's thoughts on this Craftsman Corded Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher....
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Ask Rob: Hard Decisions with Hardwood Floors
ASK ROB- Hard Decisions👉🏻 This house has hardwood floors throughout. Unfortunately, the house when we bought it came with pet stains and smells that we had to clean up and clear up 😅 After going through some cleaning and removal, some parts of the floor were not able to be saved 😞 So we installed new flooring in with some original and got it blended with the original…
Have questions? We are here to help! LINK 🔗in bio 👍🏻
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Product Review: Wagner Flexio 3500 Paint Sprayer
Product Review: the Wagner Flexio 3500 Handheld Paint Sprayer… We checked out how this product worked for one of our outdoor projects. See what Rob has to say and how it worked… Overall he did give this a two thumbs up 👍🏻👍🏻
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Product Review/Install: Mr.Cool Air/Heating System
MR COOL split air unit for AC and Heating install. See what Rob has to say about this product…
Be sure to get an electrician/contractor to install this product for safety.
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ICF Basements Part I
Nudura/ICF Insulated Concrete Form Basements are part of the industry. Here Rob explains more about them and the benefits...
ICF Basements Part II
Nudura/ICF Insulated Concrete Form Basements are part of the industry. Here Rob explains more about them and the benefits...
ICF Basements Part III
Nudura/ICF Insulated Concrete Form Basements are part of the industry. Here Rob explains more about them and the benefits...
Installing Carpet Squares
Installing Carpet Squares in a Pool Shed… Check out how Rob installs some upgraded carpet to a pool house…
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