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Making Simple Concrete Repairs Sure, concrete is tough stuff, but even concrete cracks and crumbles. Eventually, nature has her way. Moisture and temperature extremes make their presence known through damage to concrete floors, walks and structures. Fortunately, you can make simple concrete repairs yourself. The job requires few tools and no special skills, but it does require a strong back. Concrete is heavy, and mixing it is hard work. Still, it's satisfying work if you are up to the task. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a service to you. |
Before venturing up a ladder to repair roofing, siding, windows, or eavestroughs, it's important to know the following safety precautions. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a service to you. |
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Preventing Leaks in Your Basement Leaks and dampness can be intimidating and worrisome, but there are things you can do yourself to alleviate the problem. Your situation probably can be improved by addressing drainage problems, repairing leaking cracks or holes, and incorporating the use of waterproof sealers. If you find that you still have a problem after performing these suggestions, you should seek help from a professional waterproofing contractor. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a service to you. |
Understanding the structure of your roof is the first step toward diagnosing problems, initiating improvements, and making repairs. With that in mind, here's a glimpse at how roofs are built. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a service to you. A typical roof begins with a framework of rafters that supports a roof deck (sometimes called a subroof) consisting of sheathing and underlayment. The roof deck, in turn, provides a nailing base for the roof surface material. |
