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BAILEY LINE LIFE VIDEO EP.16 – Fixing an Air Compressor

In this week’s video episode, see why a terrific DEWALT air compressor stopped working, see why it makes sense to fix things rather than throw them away, and learn a few little tricks can make a big difference when it comes to repairing things.

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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Do I Freeze-Proof a Cabin Water Line?”

Q: What’s the best way to freeze-proof a water line from a spring to a vacation cabin we visit year-round? There’s not enough soil to bury the pipe below frost and we don’t want to invest in anything fancy or […]

How to Protect a Cabin Water Line from Freezing

It’s not always possible to protect water supply lines in the usual way, by burying them under enough soil. Some landscapes don’t have enough dirty for this, and some building are constructed above ground only, with no basement. The simple […]

BAILEY LINE LIFE EP.15 – Watch “Cable-Free” Rooftop Deicing System in Action

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Q: What’s the best way to level a concrete basement floor in my 1931 house? The space is dry and in good shape, and I’m planning to install basement subfloor tiles as part of a campaign to finish the space. […]

BAILEY LINE LIFE EP.14: How to Finish a Wooden Table Top

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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Leave Cottage Heat Off During Winter?”

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