Category: Home Maintenance
Now that summer is behind us, it’s a good time to get up in the attic and assess your insulation. If it’s been a while since it was installed, there may well be peaks and…
Adding a bathroom to your home may not only improve the quality of your life, it may also increase the value of your home. Although in today’s market you’re not guaranteed to get back the…
Few things are as unsettling as the suspicion that termites are attacking your home. This is one thing you do not want to stay in denial about. Here are some steps to help you face…
The change of seasons is always a good time to pay attention to home maintenance. Here are some tips to get your home ready for winter. 1. Put away garden hoses and turn off outdoor spigots.…
Instead of plunging right into costly home renovations, you might want to consider the following tips to gain insight before getting down to work. Talk to your parents. Give your elders a call to see…
It’s been a long, hot summer. Maybe your vegetable garden has been neglected lately. Take heart, fall will be here before you know it, and all things can be renewed! Here are some tips to…
Feeling a bit cramped in your home, but not sure you’re prepared to add on? Consider adding an outdoor room. Depending on your site, you may want an outdoor kitchen, an outdoor sleeping space, an…
Do you need to be convinced that it would be nice to spend less time mowing your lawn? Think of all the fun things you could be doing instead of burning all that gas, making…
It’s no secret: mold thrives where there is moisture. If you have moisture problems in your home, you can expect mold. Check in your closet and find that old pair of leather boots you haven’t…
Your home’s air conditioner needs a regular tune-up just like your car does. If you don’t know much about air conditioners, here are some quick tips and facts: Your home’s air conditioner consists of three…