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 Keep Pests Away from Outdoor Parties?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

We are getting to the time of the year that graduation parties abound. If you're planning an outdoor event, here are a few tricks to help keep the pests away. Wasps and Bees Get...

What Are the Best Lawn Mowing Tips?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Mowing is often overlooked as one of the major factors in keeping laws healthy. Good mowing habits will keep your grass strong and healthy – and of course it will keep it looking...

What Are the Benefits of Organic Fertilizer?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Organic fertilizer is the best option for fertilizing your lawn and garden. Chemical-based fertilizers are becoming less popular as more Americans grow to understand how unsafe and...

How Can You Upgrade Your Home for Greater Energy Savings?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Replacement windows can prevent energy from escaping your home. When considering upgrading your home or business, there are several areas or features in your home that can be...

How Do You Prevent Cockroaches?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Cockroaches are some of the ugliest, most feared and bothersome pests. While all pests are annoying, roaches have the stigma of being directly associated with dirt, filth and garbage....

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What Are Some Silverfish Prevention Tips?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Chances are good you’ve spotted a silverfish in your home at some point. If so, you probably wondered, “What are these fast-moving little pests and why do they often invade...

How Do You Eliminate Spiders?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Spiders invoke fear in many people, especially when found inside the house. However, almost all of the spiders in US households are harmless. In fact, because these little creepy...

What Are Safety Tips for Fluorescent Bulbs?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Are CFL Bulbs a Health Hazard? Now that incandescent lightbulbs have been phased out, energy-saving alternatives such as CFL (compact fluorescent) bulbs are in common use. But many...

How Much Does It Cost to Place Squirrel Traps in a Home?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

Source: Flickr - HerryLawford While squirrels are cute, furry creatures, they can also be irritating, dangerous pests. Besides digging holes in your garden and eating fruit off your...

How Do You Design a Rock Garden?

Posted by Networx Team | Jan 01, 2011

You can add beauty and curb appeal to your home by creating a rock garden. Rock gardens are very popular landscaping features for many reasons: Small rock gardens are an easy,...