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About Portland observer. (Portland, Or.) 1970-current | View Entire Issue (April 27, 1978)
n Portland Observer Thursday, April 27, 1978 Page 7 OPERATION: A Family Affair While some rugged handymen prefer to work alone, men» do h youraeHen find assistance from husband helpers They provide estre hand« when constructing a non bearing par tttlon by holding 2x4-lnch framing studs In place Qypsum wellboerd application ie see let and much fester when there Is a Joint effort Wife frees husband for nailing as large gypsum panel is installed across the studs for sound deadening and insulation purposes Statistics from the U.S. Census indi cate that one out of every three homes will be fixed up, built on, replaced or remodeled within this year or next. And, while many homeowners will seek out the services of trade professionals, others will do portions of the work and sometimes even complete home improve ment projects themselves. Called "do-it-yourselfers”, this latter group includes men, women and children. They, and millions like them, represent a swelling legion who spend billions each year on decorative wallcoverings and other structural building materials. Primary cause for this family involve ment in home improvement and repair is economic. Children, too. may become involved when Installing This family affair usually starts when prefinished plywood paneling Father tacks panel at top someone notices that a home improve while son holds It In place for perfect alignment. ment project is needed. Then the family confers about the various choices - wallpaper, decorative wall paneling, car pet or other floor covering, colors and extras. To assist the potential do-it-your self family in its quest for building materials selections, retailers often carry a complete package of products to com plete any home improvement project. There are prefinished natural wood and vinyl-surfaced wood interior wall panelings and moldings, gypsum wall- board. plywood and lumber sidings for interior or exterior use, and even colored nails and adhesives for paneling applica tion. Helpfull “how-to” installation instruc tions and decorating ideas are also available from the wood and gypsum products manufacturer and the dealers they serve. They clue amateur family members with tips to complete a home improvement project with professional looking results. Choosing insolation contractors If you're the average homeowner, learning what to do when you have a leaky pipe can save you many dollars in damages to your home. The first step is to shut off the water supply to the break. Make it a rule to know where the shutoff valves in your house or apartment are located. Valves are often under or near plumbing fix tures. The hot water supply for the entire house can generally be turned off at the hot water heater. If necessary, cut off all water in the house by closing the main water valve. A good do-it-yourself manual will usual ly show you how to make emergency repairs. Emergency repairs can range from taking temporary measures while wait ing for the plumber, to making repairs that will last for years. But even minor leaks should be attended to promptly to prevent further damage. Leaks tend to enlarge over a period of time and dripping water can damage plaster, stain paint and wallpaper and create an electric hazard. Knowing what to do can not only save on repair bills, but on determining how much your house is worth when you're ready to sell it. Want to insulate your home, but don't have the time or know-how to do-it-your self? An insulation contractor may be the best solution. He's a trained professional who can do the job right, and he may end up saving you money in the long run. There are hundreds of these profes sionals nationwide; most can be found in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under “Insulation Contractors - Cold & Heat.” To help in choosing: • Ask for references. A reputable contractor will be happy to provide them. • If you are getting competitive bids, describe the job's requirements exactly the same way to each contractor. Other wise, you'll have a hard time realistically comparing the merits of each proposal. • Ask each contractor whether he uses “batt" or “loose-fill" insulation. Batts are the familiar insulation "blankets" prefa bricated by the manufacturer into uni form thickness and density. Loose-fill refers to finely chopped tufts of insula tion, which are “blown" between attic (Please turn to Page 8 Column 1) A lesson for today. And tomorrow « r»»* H o ** aj 2."A Howvt- C. 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