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Spring Maintenance Projects for Your Home
Spring is just around the corner, and as you come out of hibernation, you should make a checklist of home repairs you don’t want to leave until summer and the rental equipment you’ll need to get them done. Grab your tools, check the attic, and inspect your walls, because it’s time to do some spring cleaning and maintenance around the house. Here are a few projects to get you started.
Examine Wood Trim
Spring rains can wear out and damage any wood pieces on the outside of your home, especially if they are already old and weathered. In order to avoid issues throughout the rest of the year, use a screwdriver to carefully probe exposed wood and ensure that it is still in good condition. If you find wood that is soft and splinters easily, make repairs now to avoid additional issues.Check Your Roof
One of the most important components of your home is the part that covers it! Your roof stops the elements from entering and destroying your home and possessions. If your roof leaks , you could be facing high repair costs and an unneeded, stressful situation. Use a ladder to carefully climb on the roof, and check for broken shingles, debris buildup, and any weak spots. You should also check your home’s attic. Critters might have used your attic to stay warm in the winter, or you could have moisture in the attic. If your attic feels drafty, consider renting an insulation blower to add insulation to this area of your home. This will help keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, and improve your home’s energy efficiency.Inspect Your Foundation
Just as important as your roof is your foundation. Your house won’t be livable without a solid foundation. Check for cracks and leaks throughout your concrete foundation, as well as in the surrounding property. Catch problems now so you can avoid having to use a jackhammer to address foundation issues.A Tool Shed Equipment Rentals is here with all of your equipment rental and tool rental needs. From tractor rentals to propane sales in San Jose , we have exactly what you need to make sure your home is ready for spring. Call us at 1(800) 286-6574 to learn more about how we can help you.
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7 Tools to Get Your To-Do List Done [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you’re like many people, chances are you have a to-do list of household projects you want to accomplish. However, it can be hard to find the time to check everything off of your list—especially if you don’t have the right tools to do the job. By using tools for rent in San Jose , you can save yourself money and start making a dent in your to-do list. Basic items such as an extension ladder can help you get many chores done, like cleaning the gutters or repainting your ceiling. If your floors are looking worn, consider renting a floor polisher to bring them back up to shine. Take a look at this infographic to learn what other rental equipment you can use to stay on top of your to-do list. Please share with your friends and neighbors!
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Simple Ideas for Home Improvement
Everyone wants to spruce up their home once in awhile, but no one wants to break the bank. There are a few low-cost improvements you can make with rental equipment or tools.
You can improve the aesthetic appeal and value of your home with a simple paint job and new lighting fixtures. You’ll be surprised how different your home looks with a fresh coat of paint. In addition, by looking for tool rentals, you can save on equipment costs. Watch this video for more money-saving tips.
Come to A Tool Shed Equipment Rentals to find used tools for sale in San Jose. Whether you’re in need of painting tools or lighting equipment, you’ll find it with us. Call 1(800) 286-6574 to learn more about our inventory.
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Getting to Know the Smith Concrete Planer
Do you have an uneven concrete surface that you want to level, or do you have a coating over a concrete surface that you want to remove? If so, the best way to do it is to speak with an equipment rental company about getting your hands on a Smith Concrete Planer. This type of San Jose equipment rental will allow you to cut through concrete quickly and easily.
The Smith SPS8 Concrete Planer is a compact piece of equipment that allows you to prepare or remove any concrete or asphalt surface. It’s very easy to use, comes equipped with maintenance-free bearings, and has cutter drums that are designed to last longer that the drums on other planers. You will be able to use a Smith Concrete Planer’s cutters to even out a concrete surface or eliminate a coating over concrete without much effort on your part.
A Tool Shed Equipment Rental, an equipment rental company with almost 70 years of experience, can show you the benefits of using a Smith Concrete Planer for your next job. Call us at (877) 890-2963 to find out more about our equipment rentals.
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Tips for Improving the Efficiency of Your Attic
Does your home feel too cold in the winter and too warm in the summer? This could be because your attic is not as efficient as it should be. By using tool rentals, you can improve your attic’s efficiency and keep your home more comfortable. Better efficiency will prevent air from escaping through your attic and cut down on your energy costs. Use tools for rent and follow these steps to make your attic more efficient.
Seal your attic so excessive amounts of air aren’t able to enter it.
There are many ways that air from outside can end up inside of your attic. If you have a window in your attic space with a crack in it or chimney and pipe flashings that aren’t sealed on your roof, air will often work its way into your attic through those small spaces. It might not seem like much, but that air can impact the temperature of your entire home. There are tools like caulking guns that you can use to seal up any leaks that exist.Make sure your attic space is insulated properly.
While you want to keep air from outside out of your attic, you also want to prevent air from inside your home from making its way up into your attic. The best way to do that is to install fresh insulation in your attic space. Insulation works to prevent air from rising and entering your attic. You likely lose a lot of heat in the winter through your attic, so you should make an effort to limit heat loss with insulation.Ventilate your attic space to limit problems with moisture in your attic.
Ventilating your attic properly can be tricky, so you should consult with a contractor to do it. They will use the right equipment to ventilate your attic so that moisture doesn’t build up inside of it and cause mold and mildew to grow.A Tool Shed Equipment Rental carries a wide selection of tools for rent in San Jose. Call us at (877) 890-2963 to find out how we can help you make your attic more efficient.