There are thousands of homes in the Greater Cincinnati area that are experiencing rotting trim around their entry doors. The good news is there is an inexpensive fix that can easily be accomplished by a Do It Yourself homeowner.

How to get Started:

•  Visit the Fypon website and.choose the style of door trim you want
  
• Take a picture of your entry way and get all measurements of your existing trim (See this link for a good example of the measurements you will need.)
• Email me the photo of your door and all measurements and I will send you your pricing.

Give your entry a face-lift. The average cost for most entryways like the picture above cost between $400 - $500 in material. Get your information to me today and knock out this do it yourself project.

Come visit the McCabe Lumber Facebook page and "Like Us" to enter for a chance at a $100 Kroger Gift card. Stock that fridge for the first big grill out of the season.

Deadline for entries: 8:30am est on April 14, 2013
*The prize is for a new deck only
Estimated value of up to $12,000


Trex $12,000* Deck Giveaway from McCabe Lumber!
HomeWoRX, Decks N More, and LOCAL 12

*The prize is for a new deck only
Estimated value of up to $12,000

- CONTEST STARTS MARCH 1, 2013 -
Deadline For Entries: 8:30am EST on April 14, 2013

Here's your chance to win that new deck and increase the backyard appeal of your home!
Entering is easy. 
Just upload a photo (jpg, gif, or png formats) of your home exterior that includes the surrounding area and a brief explanation as to why there is a need to increase your backyard’s appeal with a new deck from McCabe Lumber.
Notice: You must be a registered user of Local12.com to enter this contest. If you have not yet registered as a member of Local12.com or need to update your contact information, please click here to complete the registration process.

I had the privilege of speaking to Bruce Ryan from Bruce Ryan Masonry. He has been in the business of repairing chimneys for the last 35 years and he truly knows his stuff.

The biggest thing i learned from Bruce today was that most chimney repair companies in the area recommend cement crowns that crack almost immediately or withing the first few years.  Rather than merely topping your chimney with man-made cement or rubberized crown-coat, He uses limestone caps with a 2-inch overhang and drip edge, ensuring longevity with minimal future preventive maintenance.   His approach adds years to the structural stability of your chimney withstanding our harsh Tri-State weather.


If your chimney is in need of some attention, I would recommend giving Bruce a call today at 513-378-3251. You can also visit his website at www.chimneyrepaircincinnati.com.

Ever wonder if a home inspection is really necessary before buying a home? 

I always enjoy the This Old House - Home Inspection Nightmares that are put out every year. These are real issues that have been uncovered by home inspectors all over the country.

Check out Home Inspection Nightmares XXVIII

Hughes Construction Company was hired to remove a 23’x 24’ brick paver patio and replace it with a fiber reinforced concrete patio of the same size.  The home owner also wanted us to remove a short brick wall containing some permanent flower pots and to investigate and remove an underground oil tank. Once the oil tank was excavated we realized that there was still some unused oil in the tank. Northern Hills Oil Company was hired to pump out and haul of the excess oil so 
that we could successfully remove and properly dispose of the tank.  Hughes Construction then filled the hole where the tank was in compacted lifts and spread gravel on the area where the new concrete patio would be poured.  The pergola was constructed above the patio area using all pressure treated wood with the wood being provided by me through McCabe Lumber.  Once the pergola was constructed they poured the new fiber reinforced, Class C concrete patio replacement.  The concrete for the patio was provided by Central Ready Mix.

Do you have an existing wood door you just can't part with? 

I'm in the business of providing homeowners with new steel and fiberglass doors. Sometimes consumers just want to stay with their homes original look and that is when I recommend Door Restore.

Door Restore is locally ran by Matt Eggenberger. Matt does great work and I feel 100% confident in his process.

Check out these before and after photo's below and contact Matt today.  (513) 442-2912

TimberTech has partnered with Feeney, Inc., well-known in the industry for their premier CableRail by Feeney cable assemblies, to bring the industry’s only complete railing system featuring TimberTech’s high-quality, composite railing with Feeney’s stainless steel CableRail infill. Designed together as a system for the first time, this new offering provides a more efficient buying process along with an exceptionally beautiful and durable end result.
 
Feeney produces a variety of architectural products and CableRail is one of the company’s most popular and widely-recognized lines. The easy-to-install product is made of high-quality, weather-proof 316-grade stainless steel with over 70% recycled content. The CableRail infill will be an option for both RadianceRail and Evolutions Rail in the contemporary style.
 
This partnership will benefit customers who have been looking for a complete railing system that combines the benefits of our visually-unobtrusive, low-maintenance CableRail with a truly exceptional, long-lasting composite railing. RadianceRail and our new Evolutions Rail systems will be on display at the upcoming DeckExpo trade show in Baltimore, MD, October 10-12 at TimberTech booth #2708.
 
This product will be available to purchase by our distributors on the upcoming 2013 TimberTech Advantage Program. For more details on the new railing options, please contact your local TimberTech Sales Representative. 

Okay.........this is a bit embarrassing, but our dryer has been on its last leg for six months. When my wife would do the laundry you could literally hear the dryer outside of the house. The neighbors probably thought we were manufacturing something.

One day when the noise was just too much, I decided I would give it one last chance and try to fix it myself. I did a search online describing the problem I was having and came across PartSelect.Com. I found the parts I needed and placed my order. Two working days later, I had the parts and watched their cool video  (Shown Below). I had the dryer working like new in no time flat.

I would strongly encourage anyone with even minor mechanical skills to try these guys at Parts Select and see if you can't save yourself hundreds of dollars.