Ed Del Grande

You Can Light Up Your Life with This Tip

admin — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 22:13:28 +0000

With the recent storms in the Northeast, not to mention winter weather, I’ve received a lot of questions about standby generators. You can click the “play” button, below, to see me explain how standby generators can work for your home and supply electricity during a short-term or long-term power outage.

Avoid Disaster!

eddelgrande — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:01:01 +0000

Installing a new bathroom faucet? Here is Ed’s “Pro Tip.” Always hook up the pop-up assembly and sink drain connection first. Then, install the faucet body and make the water connections. This will eliminate the possibility (and mess) of the faucet running without the sink drain line connected. It happens more than you think!

It Was A Good Thing!

eddelgrande — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:06:47 +0000

I recently made an appearance on the Martha Stewart Show on behalf of Kohler Standby Generators. Pictured here, left to right, are Todd Weber (PR, Kohler), Martha herself, and Yours Truly. You can visit marthastewart.com or kohlersmartpower.com to get more information on the TV appearance and Kohler generators. Ed Del Grande working with Martha Stewart… how do you like them apples?!

Credit: Rob Tannenbaum/The Martha Stewart Show

The Three “G’s” of Spring

eddelgrande — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:10:22 +0000

Spring is here and with “April showers” on the way as well, don’t forget to check Ed’s “Three G’s” to help keep your basement drier:

Gutters—Make sure to extend your gutter downspouts at least 4-feet away from your home to carry water away from your foundation.
Grading—Make sure the soil area directly around your home slopes at least 1-inch per foot, so surface water does not flow towards you home.
Ground water—Install a basement “sump pump” system to control ground water before it reaches your basement flood level.

If you follow Ed’s list, you may avoid a “storm” of wet weather home problems!

Get a Grip!

eddelgrande — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:36:16 +0000

Decorative grab bars are now a popular accessory for any tub/shower stall. Remember, installing a grab bar is serious business. Safety depends on the grab bar being properly anchored directly into the wall studs. Pulling any needed permits and knowing your local grab bar codes before you start, can help you get a better “grip” on this project!

Looking for a Warm Reception

eddelgrande — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:08:14 +0000

Leaving frozen New England and appearing at the International Builder’s Show in Orlando, Florida, on behalf of the Kohler Company. If you’re attending the show, stop by the Kohler booth and say “hi!” If you can’t find me in the main area of the booth, you can usually “flush me out” in Kohler’s Toilet Area. Hope to see you there!

Loan Shark

eddelgrande — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:13:08 +0000

Ed’s Pro tip of the week: Loaning out your expensive power tools is never a good idea. However, if the borrower is someone you can’t refuse, (Like your father-in-law) offer your “tool operating services” along with the tool. This way you can protect your tool from damage, and get the tool back as soon as the job is finished. Plus, your wife will think that you did something nice for her family. It’s a win-win!

Clog Advice

eddelgrande — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:59:36 +0000

Ed’s Pro tip of the week: When clearing tub, lav sink, and shower clogs, professional plumbers always remove as much hair and debris as possible from the fixture drain before using the plunger. Just plunging a hair clog can push it deeper into the house drains and may lead to a clog in the main line. Now, that can be a very “hairy” situation!

Everything Including the Kitchen Sink

eddelgrande — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:39:38 +0000

Ed’s Pro tip of the week: Make your stainless steel kitchen sink look new! Use a quality “Stainless cleaner/polish” on a soft cloth and work with the “grain” of the sink. Don’t use abrasive pads or cleaners. With all kitchen sinks, avoid leaving dirty dishes sitting in the sink, that can stain the sink. Ed’s Lesson: If you want a clean looking kitchen sink … you need to keep your kitchen sink looking clean!

Some Like it Hot

eddelgrande — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:50:47 +0000

Ed’s Pro tip of the week: Looking for a special holiday gift? Forget the coffee pot, go with a “Piping Hot Water Dispenser” for your ktchen sink. Hot water dispensers give you “instant” boiling water for coffee, tea, oatmeal & soups. Now, that’s a gift to warm anyone’s heart!