Protect your house with a lightning protection system
What happens if lightning strikes your house Did you know that every year, the probability of your house getting struck … Continued
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What to Do if Pipes Freeze & How to Thaw Frozen Pipes
Why do pipes freeze Few cold-weather maladies are more irritating than frozen pipes, but what exactly causes them? During the … Continued
4 Steps to Clean Out Your Closet
It’s dark. It’s largely uncharted. Many of the inhabitants of its vast depths are unknown. That’s right, we’re talking about … Continued
8 Washing Machine Maintenance Tips
Washing machines provide homeowners with endless utility. The ability to wash everything from clothes to bedding at home with minimal … Continued
6 Kitchen Renovation Ideas That Add Value to Your Home
If you’ve never done a kitchen renovation, you probably know someone who has. Kitchens are the most popular part of … Continued
15 Unusual Uses for Everyday Household Items [Slideshow]
What do baby powder, olive oil, and dryer sheets have in common? They’re common household items—that when repurposed—can help solve … Continued
7 Driveway Maintenance Tips
Driveways are one of the most used areas of your house, often overlooked until they stain or crack. Give them … Continued
Which Home Generator Is Right for You?
The telltale flash, a floor-shaking boom, and darkness. Thunderstorms are often the culprit, but power outages can be caused by … Continued
8 Tips for Designing a Productive Home Office
In 2020, many people were forced to turn their kitchens, living rooms, and spare rooms into home offices. Depending on … Continued
7 Pool Maintenance Tips
The swimming pool: sometimes the homeowner’s crown jewel, other times a liability that presents little more than an attractive nuisance. … Continued
How to Plant Annuals in Your Yard
Do you want to color your world, or at least your garden? If so, annuals are the way to go. It’s not too late to get transplants into the ground, although the sooner you plant them the better they’ll blossom.
7 Backyard Landscaping Ideas on a Budget
Low-budget landscaping needn’t be bare-bones. A little money and effort can create a big impact regardless of how much space … Continued
22 Spring Cleaning and Decluttering Tips
Spring has arrived – which means it’s time to get your home in tip-top shape. A good, deep spring clean-up … Continued
How to Make and Maintain Fertile Soil
Gardening is a delicate task. One crucial element of gardening that is often overlooked is the quality of the soil. … Continued
How to Protect Your Garden from Animals
It is a universal truth hungry critters will eat your vegetables and flowers. So you will need some form of … Continued