fiberglass insulation, ripping small, long pieces of it and shove it around the window. Use a prybar to push the insulation in the space between the jamb of the window and the jack stud.

up the recess lighting before installing drywall. If, on the other hand, you are choosing a drop ceiling, sheetrock all the walls, install the grid for the drop ceiling at a level height, then install the recess lighting as you install the ceiling panels.

Linoleum flooring usually comes up easy from a corner. Take it up, clean the floor and then you are ready for the new hardwood floor.

Also, during installation, stainless steel fasteners should be used to prevent black streak marks down the sides of your house. They do require alot of work, but you will probably have the nicest house on the block.

doors and always refer back to the directions. It helps when the exterior door you are attaching it to is correctly hung. Check for level throughout the installation. You will need a metal hacksaw, cordless drill and bits and standard hand tools to do this.

the walls are clean of any nails, screws, etc. Insulate the walls if they aren't already. Go and pick up the material to get the job started. In this case, 13 boards of sheetrock and 2 tubs of spackle should do it. Get a few estimates from carpenters and compare pictures of previous work. Have the estimates include priming, the carpenters will thank you.

space is to remove all the old insulation while wearing gloves and masks. Then, purchase batt insulation that fits the ceiling beams accordingly. Choose unfaced fiberglass insulation.

would stay with a joining hardwood floor that separates the two staircases. This keeps all the heights consistent throughout the whole area.

loose, tighten them up but not too much. If that doesn't stop the leak, remove the toilet and you can install a new wax ring easily. Not a fun job.

taxes for starters. As far as the material costs, it varies depending on the decking material you desire. Composite decking is more expensive but requires less care than a natural wood decking. Get a few estimates and compare the two choices with each contractor.