Like a cat to water

This little fella seems to love the feel of water splashing on his head — at least when he’s in control of it. When you’re not in control of it, it’s an entirely different matter — torture even. Take my house. (Please.) Recently a new leak developed. After a downpour, water pours in through a tiny slit in the ceiling, directly above the toilet. That’s very convenient — for I can just open the toilet lid and, except for some splashage, all the water goes right in. It’s convenient up until t

Wealth Pilgrim’s Most Excellent Guide To Toilet Repair (and more)

Look at the diagram above. Does it intimidate you? It sure intimidates me. I am not a “DIY” guy. In fact, I am more much a “PDIFM” guy (Please, Do It For Me). I do the time/cost calculations in my mind and usually find some excuse to justify spending money rather than time. (I don’t like spending money on things but I do love spending money if I get more time out of it). Truth be told, I’m just not confident in my ability to fix anything. Also, I have taken the Hippocratic Oath (”Do

Weekly Mashup: 4th of July

I love the 4th of July. What’s there not to love? You got summertime, fireworks, barbecues , friends and family, etc. This weekend should be fun, with all of that in mind! :) Carnivals Money Hacks Carnival #70 @ Blogging Banks included my article Use Google Apps to Start Your Business for Less . Carnival of Personal Finance #211 @ Green Panda Treehouse included my article Two More Virtues of Owning a Dog . Festival of Frugality #184 @ My Frugal Adventures included my article

Hunting For A Good Plumber

In: Home Family 14Jun2009 by Cathy HowardMost husbands try to save money by doing home repairs and remodelling at home. But when it comes to plumbing, it is sometimes better to seek professional help. Plumbing repair disasters are common, and choosing a good plumber could be one of the best moves for people who love do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. By calling in a professional, you can save time for other DIY projects that you can finish safely.Timing is the key element to consider in hiring a