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!

How Do You Clean Granite Countertops?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Nowadays, it seems that there is a specialized method for cleaning just about anything — granite countertops included. Your grandmother may tell you that she used to clean everything...

What Are Some Green Cleaning Methods for All Budgets?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Method 1: Natural Green Cleaners You can clean your home using organic, natural products without chemicals or synthetic ingredients — and without...

How Does Lumber Grading Work?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Photo credit: Woodshopteachers.org Lumber comes in all shapes, sizes and qualities. When you're selecting wood for a home constructions project, the lumber grading system will...

Elias Fernandez/flickr

What Are the Different Types of Skylights?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Are you looking to brighten your home with a skylight or two? All types of skylight bring additional natural light indoors -- up to 30 percent more than vertical windows. Skylights...

What Are the Best Kitchen Cleaning Tips?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Who doesn't want a clean kitchen? There probably are very few homeowners who don't mind a dirty kitchen. A mess is one thing, but dirt is another. Keeping a clean kitchen is important...

What Are the Common Types of Wood?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Photo credit: Greatpricedfurniture.com A successful wood project is dependent upon the proper selection of wood. An uneducated choice of wood for a deck, closet or even bookcase...

How Do You Get Rid of Mildew in Your Home?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

My wife Carmen and I have been cleaning houses for more than 10 years. We would like to start giving some secrets and tips to cleaning better. One of the biggest challenges is when...

What Are the Pros and Cons of Vinyl Siding?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Installing vinyl siding will give your home an instant facelift and increase its value and curb appeal. What could be a better combination than installing one of the best sidings...

What Are the Best Natural Cleaning Products?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Learn more about cleaning with vinegar and baking soda What a relief it is to know that you have a cleaning person on the way! It's an even bigger relief to know that your house...

How Much Does Vinyl Siding Cost?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Vinyl siding can greatly enhance the look of your home and increase its value. Vinyl, made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), first became popular in the 1960s. Today vinyl is the leading...