May 7, 2011 By

Demolition ‘Big Rig Style’ on ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ (VIDEO)


Ty Pennington and the team at ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ (Sun., 8PM ET on ABC) are always looking for new and exciting ways to demolish a home. They’ve had a huge crowd physically pull one down a hill and even blown one up with dynamite.

So, inspired by Fred, the father of this week’s family, who is a truck driver, they decided to take it down “big rig style,” as Pennington said.

Designer Johnny Littlefield donated his rig to the cause. “I was gonna take her to the salvage yard anyway because she was long past due, and I thought I’d give her one last ride into the sunset.”

That ride took her through the living room of the house, and on subsequent runs through the rest of it. Fred and his family were absolutely delighted by what they saw from vacation.

Fred was so excited, he was ready to leave his vacation. “I wish I was driving. I wish I was there,” he said.

If you want to choose an easier way to demolish your whole house or part of your house, just call Mr. Cheapee Inc at 914-737-0823

See the full article here: http://www.tvsquad.com/2011/04/25/demolition-big-rig-style-extreme-makeover-video/

Filed Under: Demolition
May 3, 2011 By

Smart remodeling adds value to your home

Start planning for your summer remodel during Home Improvement Month

PRLog (Press Release) – May 02, 2011– Spring is in the air, and homeowners are starting to plan their dream home remodeling projects. To commemorate May as National Home Improvement Month, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) offers homeowners a few words of advice for getting the most value out of your remodeling investment.More Americans are staying in their homes rather than moving. According to Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey released in November 2010, 85 percent of the general population believed it was a bad time to sell their home. There’s a lot more to be gained through remodeling besides increased functionality, new appliances, efficient systems, updated décor, additional space or the pure enjoyment of making your home your own. There’s also the increased value your home receives when you make improvements.
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Filed Under: Renovations
April 7, 2011 By

Projects

Bathroom Makeovers Top the List for Room Redos. Indoor renovations outrank outdoor remodeling projects 55 percent to 29 percent respectively. Cosmetic work, such as painting, and redoing rooms were the most popular indoor projects, with bathrooms holding on to the top spot again this year for the most popular room remodel. Those who set their sights on outdoor projects are most interested in refreshing their landscaping (22 percent), followed by building or redoing a deck or patio (9 percent).

http://www.buildingonline.com/news/viewnews.pl?id=10351&subcategory=42

If you’re planning to redo a deck or refresh your landscaping, let Mr.Cheapee haul away your unwanted debris. Check out our Rubbish Removal page for more information: http://www.mrcheapeeinc.com/rubbishremoval.htm

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April 6, 2011 By

I’ll Do It Myself, Thank You

More than three in five homeowners (64 percent) with home improvement plans say they’ll take on at least some of the work themselves, 20 percent will hire a contractor to do all of the work, and 11 percent will ask a family member to do the work. Among those who plan to do some or all of the work themselves, 30 percent will be taking a “friends and family” approach to getting the work done. Twenty-one percent plan to split the work load by hiring a contractor for specialized projects. Thirteen percent plan to go it alone.

http://www.buildingonline.com/news/viewnews.pl?id=10351&subcategory=42

One great way to save money on your home improvement plans is to rent a dumpster from Mr. Cheapee and do the demolition yourself. Check out our dumpster rental page for more information: http://www.mrcheapeeinc.com/dumpsterrental.htm

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April 4, 2011 By

Home Renovation Projects

Home interior remodeling projects are booming across America. And on top of the list of restorations interior renovation are renovating a bathroom and kitchen. Renovation may seem like a daunting task, but there are some things you can do to make work easier. Breaking the renovation project into smaller elements, it is easier to estimate costs and manage the schedule later. By removing old appliances, cabinets or doing any other work of cleaning, you can save on the overall renovation project.

If your remodeling projects stick to the original plan, most will finish on time and on budget. The key to avoiding cost overruns and other pitfalls during your renovation project be sure to properly manage the variables along the path. Also on the rise are more host projects that make use of wasted space – like the attic and basement renovation ideas. You can still have large home remodeling results with the call on a designer moves;. Results that will increase your value in the domestic market while saving lots of money Renovating a house generally requires less time so you’re more likely to use it as soon as possible. Planning, the key to success in many areas of life is equally important for home renovation projects. With the popular home renovation projects of evolution from one year to contractors year habitat improvement have no shortage of work.

http://articlesmax.com/home-renovation-projects.html

Use Mr. Cheapee to help your renovation plans stay on budget!

Filed Under: Demolition, Dumpster Rental, Rubbish Removal
March 28, 2011 By

Get Rid of Garage Clutter

Go from chaos to contained in just 10 steps
thanks to Jamie Novak from iVillage for this article

The garage is one of the most versatile spaces in a home, which is why it’s a breeding ground for chaos. However, you can tame the clutter with the help of Jamie Novak, author of two best-selling books, 1,000 Best Quick and Easy Organizing Secrets and 1,000 Best Quick and Easy Time-Saving Strategies. Here, Jamie reveals how to make the most of your garage space.

1. Sort Your Stuff
The first step is figuring out what you own. Start by sorting everything into categories. Separate the gardening tools from the car maintenance supplies and sporting equipment. The “like with like” principle is a basic, yet powerful, organizing technique.

2. Toss the Trash
Keep a few heavy-duty garbage bags handy as you sort so you can easily toss things away. Be ruthless — get rid of all the broken equipment, rusted tools, and toys that are missing pieces. Haul the recyclables to the curb or to the recycling center, and check www.eiae.org to learn where you can drop off hazardous waste, such as computer equipment and paint cans. Insider tip: home supply stores sell a powder mix that can be added to paint cans to make them safe to throw away.

3. Share Your Stuff
Once you have separated items into groups, and tossed the trash, you may be surprised to see how much good stuff you own. Keep the best and give away the rest.

• Give away your unused items for free at www.freecycle.org
• Donate to a local charity and take the tax deduction
• Give back borrowed items to their owners
• Schedule a garage sale for the items you’ve earmarked
• Return abandoned family items

4. Measure the Space
To see exactly how much room you have for storage, park your car in the garage and open the doors and trunk. Use chalk to outline the floor space. Measure the gap from the top of the open trunk to the ceiling; you can then hang things above your car.

5. Plan the Space
The items you decide to keep need a home, and the floor is not an option. Plan out the space, designating certain areas for specific items. Look at your categories and pick an area of the garage for each one, keeping accessibility in mind.

6. Store It Where You Use It
Keep the items you use most in the easiest to reach locations. For example, store your bulk paper goods near the house so you’re not walking through the garage for a roll of paper towels. Stow infrequently used items—like outdoor holiday decorations—in the hardest to reach places, like the rafters.

7. Add Storage Options
Now is the time to add shelving and cabinets, tubs and bins. Old kitchen cabinets and versatile pegboards add valuable storage along the walls. Use all the space from floor to ceiling, making sure you can open all doors without banging or scratching something. Be creative: use the backs of doors including the ones on cabinets.

8. Give Everything a Home
Don’t mix categories and store similar items together. Consider a sports rack for balls, gloves, cleats and hula-hoops. Leave room to grow—moderately. Use smaller containers that you can easily move once they’re full. Protect treasured items in waterproof containers, and do not store photographs or other temperature—and moisture—sensitive items in the garage.

9. Label, Label, Label
Label each bin, shelf, container and cabinet door. This makes it much easier to maintain order, so even when you’re in a hurry, you’ll be able to quickly put things away. Label the lid and all sides so you can read the contents from any direction.

10. Maintain the New System
To keep your garage looking great, you’ll need to break the old habits that caused the clutter in the first place. Adopt a household rule that you’ll put away the item as soon as you’re done with it.

These 10 steps will only work if you do, so schedule a time and get started. Work on small sections over a period of time or do a weekend marathon session. The best way to transform your garage from chaotic to contained is to give yourself a deadline, enlist the help of others, and get started!

Read the full article here: http://www.ivillage.com/say-goodbye-garage-clutter-just-10-steps-ivillage/7-a-219144

Filed Under: Rubbish Removal
November 5, 2010 By

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November 4, 2010 By

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Filed Under: Demolition, Dumpster Rental, Rubbish Removal
November 4, 2010 By

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Filed Under: Demolition, Promotions, Rubbish Removal
October 25, 2010 By

How to Rent a Dumpster or Container for Home Renovation Demolition

Here’s a good article about how to rent a dumpster:

When demolishing or tearing out rooms before renovating, it’s essential to have a place to put all the waste. You can pile it all in your backyard and hope it goes away by itself. You can hire a hauling company at premium prices to do it for you. Or you can haul it all out to the landfill by yourself.

The best option is to rent a container. You typically see containers–also known as rolloffs or dumpsters–near construction sites. But how does a regular homeowner go about renting a container? [Read more...]

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