Most home’s front entry is the focal point of its curb appeal. You can make a statement by giving your front door a splash of color with paint instead of installing a custom wood door. Wipe down any dirty spots around the knob, and use metal polish on the door fixtures. A front entry should also reflect the home’s interior, so choose a swag or a wreath that reflects your personal style.

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How to repair a door lock using graphite powder to make a lock turn easier in this free online home improvement video.

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When your roof has some minor shingle damage, it is possible to replace just one shingle or even a few shingles. This video gives some great tips and suggestions for replacing those asphalt shingles.

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Doing an inexpensive soil test will help you greatly if you want a thick, healthy lawn.

Home soil sample kits can be purchased at most home improvement stores and a variety of online retailers. If you only need to test your lawn soil look for the soil kit designed just for that purpose.

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Wooden gates get a lot of abuse from the weather. Hard soaking rains followed by a hot dry day can make the best wood gate curl up and misshape it’s self over time.

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