What to do with those old rotted railroad tie steps?  Here is a great option that I completed with the help of Felix, my trustworthy tile installer. You frame the steps, pour concrete and add the pavers!  Voila!  A new look replacing a dirt pile and concrete blocks!

Home maintenance is time consuming. It helps to know a good handyperson or several different ones depending on the job.  My clients routinely have painters, floor finishers, etc. for a continually well maintained home.  Make a list, set a date and go for it!