June 2009

Outdoor Living

For a fun element, add a fire pit or solar oven to your backyard. This popular entertainment feature can be permanent or portable and adds value. Check with your local fire department for regulations and use.

Today’s Handyman Tip

Bathroom updates are king! A new vanity, updated lighting and a ceramic tile floor pay dividends with home buyers. (Don’t forget to raise the toilet flange, or you could have some real problems later!) If your toilet is old, it’s a good time to replace it when you install the tile. For the best results, call us to remodel your bathroom. Andy is the expert handyman and plumber in the St. Louis region.

Tip of The Day From Andy, The best Handyman In St. Louis

Replace carpets or area rugs that have stains or show significant wear. Hardwood, ceramic tile or laminate floors all wear well and are popular with home buyers. If you need help with your installation don’t forget to call Andy’s Home and Business Repair. We make YOUR space a better place!

St. Louis Handyman Tip of the Day

Home tip. Add some color to your life! Fresh paint in vibrant but neutral tones will give your rooms a clean, updated look. Painting is one of the simplest, most cost effective improvements a home owner can make. If you need help with your project, just call Andys! We are very neat and pay close attention to details.

Guide to Grill Safety

When the weather is warm, why not get out of the kitchen and into your backyard to cook up a taste that’s hard to beat? Before you fire up the grill, however, you may want to take some time to review grilling safety precautions. Read on for ways you can make sure you are safe each time you cook outdoors.
* Check grill hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes or leaks.
* Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping grease.
* Replace scratched or nicked connectors, which can eventually leak gas.
* If you detect a gas leak, immediately turn off the gas at the tank and don’t attempt to light the grill until it is repaired.
* Never use the grill indoors; always place it at least 10 feet away from buildings or structures.
* Keep the lid open when lighting the grill. If it does not light in the first several attempts, wait five minutes before trying again so the gas can dissipate.
* When storing gas tanks, keep containers upright. Never store a spare tank under or near the grill.
* Keep a fire extinguisher nearby just in case and never leave a fire unattended.
* If you need assistance or repair, call the best handyman in St. Louis County, Andy’s Home and Business Repair!

« Previous Page