Weekend project email
One project a week, sized for a weekend
Every Thursday: one seasonal project, the free calculator that tells you what to buy, and the cheat sheet that keeps you out of trouble. Enough time to shop on Friday.
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What the rotation covers
- Gutter Cost Calculator
Size new gutters and downspouts before the leaves come down.
In season: Sep, Oct, Nov
- Insulation Calculator
Top up attic insulation before the first cold snap.
In season: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan
- Paint Calculator
Repaint one room on a cold weekend, with the right number of gallons.
In season: Dec, Jan, Feb
- Cabinet Hardware Calculator
Swap cabinet knobs and pulls in an afternoon, drilled in the right spot.
In season: Jan, Feb, Mar
- Mulch & Soil Calculator
Order the right amount of mulch for spring beds.
In season: Mar, Apr, May
- Fence Picket Spacing Calculator
Lay out pickets with even gaps before you buy a single board.
In season: Apr, May, Jun
- Deck Calculator
Price boards, joists and fasteners for a summer deck.
In season: May, Jun, Jul
- Concrete Calculator
Pour a small pad while the weather is dry and warm.
In season: Jun, Jul, Aug
- Trim & Baseboard Calculator
Replace baseboards and casing with a cut list, not guesswork.
In season: Jul, Aug, Sep
- Tile Calculator
Retile a backsplash with the right box count.
In season: Aug, Sep, Oct