Networx Team

Networx Team

Our brilliant staff of writers who make up the Networx Team have written over 300 articles for Networx.com. They have written many articles about a great variety of home improvement topics that range from do-it-yourself tricks to advice for hiring contractors. For instance, in their article “What to Ask Before You Hire a Home Improvement Pro” (https://www.networx.com/article/what-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-pro), they provide readers with suggestions about the types of questions they should ask contractors before signing the dotted line, such as if they are licensed, insured, if they have specific specialties, training, references, if a permit is required, and what the estimate will cost. They have also written valuable information about hiring a handyman, such as that which can be found in their articles entitled “Hiring a Handyman to Fix a Door” (https://www.networx.com/article/handyman-to-fix-a-door) and “Hiring a Handyman For Plumbing: What You Need to Know” (https://www.networx.com/article/handyman-for-plumbing).

They have also written about articles answering common homeowner questions such as whether concrete or asphalt is better for driveways (https://www.networx.com/article/concrete-or-asphalt) and whether or not a subfloor (the underlying support structure for most types of flooring) needs to be replaced (https://www.networx.com/article/do-i-need-to-replace-my-subfloor).

Have questions about cleaning? The Networx Team has got you covered! The Networx Team has written a multitude of articles about cleaning, such as their articles about cleaning with salt (https://www.networx.com/article/cleaning-with-salt), washing skunk smell out of clothes (https://www.networx.com/article/how-to-wash-skunk-smell-out-of-your-clot), cleaning with Ajax vs. baking soda (https://www.networx.com/article/green-cleaning-baking-soda-vs-ajax), among many others.

If you’re having trouble with pests, the Networx Team also has a wide selection of articles for pest control, such as how to deal with carpet beetles (https://www.networx.com/article/carpet-beetles), carpenter ants (https://www.networx.com/article/carpenter-ants), brown recluse spiders (https://www.networx.com/article/brown-recluse-spiders), drywood termites (https://www.networx.com/article/drywood-termites), fruit flies (https://www.networx.com/article/fruit-flies), and much more.

Check out more articles below!

What Are Acid Stains for Concrete Floors?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

learn more at stainedbydesign.com Acid-based chemical staining provides unique and one-of-a-kind results each and every time it's applied to concrete floors. As the name implies,...

How Do You Install a Ceiling Fan?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Step 1 Before you begin to install a ceiling fan, make sure that you have shut the power off to the circuit you will be using. Also make sure the ceiling...

How Do You Clean Concrete Countertops?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Your best bet is to clean with a non-abrasive sponge and warm, soapy water. Proper care and cleaning of your concrete countertops will help extend their long lifespan and keep them...

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What Are the Advantages of Concrete Floors?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Concrete floors have been used for decades for commercial applications; most of those beautiful, shiny, and durable floors in department stores (to give one example) are finished...

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What Are Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Pretty much everyone is familiar with the effect of a tripped breaker in the home. Suddenly, you have no electrical power in one or more outlets and you’re forced to head down...

What Are Concrete Pavers?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

View additional images at concreteideas.com Concrete pavers offer some convenient features for your outdoor flooring needs,including easy installation and the ability to remove...

What Should You Know About Recessed Lighting?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Recessed lights are energy-efficient and provide an inexpensive way to update the appearance of your home. The lights can accent any room in your home...

What Are Concrete Sinks?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Concrete sinks are one of the hottest trends for kitchen and bathroom sink designs. Concrete is a durable, affordable building material, which is increasingly popular in residential...

What Are the Best Practices for Electrical Safety and Energy Conservation?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Electrical Safety: What Homeowners Must Know Many homeowners are unaware that the electrical system is the most potentially hazardous infrastructure in their home. No other trade-related...

What Should You Know About Outdoor Security Lighting?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

A bright porch light is an excellent security lighting option. What's more important than your home's structure? The people and special belongings in it. With that in mind, one...