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Tom Scalisi

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Tom Scalisi is an author and writer specializing in the construction and home improvement industries. His career in the trades spans over 15 years as both a contractor and a commercial building mechanic. Tom has written for several blogs and magazines including bobvila.com, thisoldhouse.com, levelset.com, and more. His first book, "How To Fix Stuff," was published in May 2022. In addition to his professional life, Tom is also an avid baseball fan and coach. He lives in NY's Hudson Valley with his wife, their four children, and two dogs.

Caucasian worker hammering wood at construction site

How To Physically Prepare for Construction Work

Are you worried about the toll construction work can have on your body? Reduce the risk of injury by checking out this guide.

8 Innovative Solutions To the Housing Affordability Crisis

A housing non-profit honored these companies for their cutting-edge thinking, creative breakthroughs and industry transformations.

Design Trends Everyone Wants In Their New Home Build

Wondering what's hot in new home trends this year? Join us as we take a...

What To Expect From the Housing Market in 2023

If you're wondering what to expect from the 2023 housing market, you're not alone. Read...

5 Best Ways To Attract Construction Business in 2023

Builders looking to attract construction business in today's market have to take a new approach...

8 Innovative Products Coming To Construction In 2023

The 2023 International Builders' Show did not disappoint. Here are the most noteworthy products coming...

What To Do Before, During and After a Flood

These tips can help keep you and your family safe and ensure a smooth recovery.

What To Consider When Buying a DIY Shed Kit

A DIY home or shed kit can save you lots of money and time if...

A Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Car

With spring comes sunshine and warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to clean your vehicle.

What Is a Gable Roof?

If this question is "peaking" your interest, read this guide on what they are, how...

How To Get Toilet Paper Out of Trees

If those teenage neighborhood kids adorned your majestic maple with TP streamers but you're not...

Can You Carve Your Halloween Pumpkin with a Pressure Washer?

We jumped into the pressure washer pumpkin carving craze! We thought it was a blast,...

What To Know About Kitchen Cabinet Refacing

If you're tired of looking at your old cabinets but don't want to replace them,...

What to Know About Interior Trim and Molding

From baseboard to crown molding (and chair rail in between), interior trim defines a home's...

Tips for Staining a Fence

If your to-do list includes giving that old fence a fresh new look, these tips...

Pros and Cons of Metal Siding

If you thought metal siding was only for factories and barns, think again. This guide...

Vinyl vs. Wood Fence: What’s the Difference?

If you're on the fence between vinyl vs. wood fencing, this guide will help you...

Hammer Drill vs. Impact Driver: What’s the Difference?

As a DIYer, have you wondered about whether to use or rent a hammer drill...