Budgeting for Home Repairs
First-time homebuyers often forget they need to budget for home repairs and maintenance costs, in addition to paying their monthly … Continued
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Questions to Ask When Choosing a Solar Panel Installer
The residential solar panel market is soaring. The number of homes adding solar panels increased 66 percent in 2015 and … Continued
The Art and Craft of Refinishing Wood Floors
Beautiful floors are one of the first thing people see when they enter a home. And beautiful hardwood floors are … Continued
Signs of Termites: What’s Bugging Your Home?
Termites can be stealthy and they can show up anywhere. Particularly in warmer climates these insects can be an issue, … Continued
Backyard BBQ Party Ideas [Infographic]
Summer is upon us and it is time to fire up the grill! A good backyard BBQ is so much … Continued
7 Tips for Decorating a Rental Kitchen
Most kitchens in older apartments leave a lot to be desired – old cabinets and appliances, scuffed up floors and … 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 barrier … Continued
Types of Bird Feeders to Brighten Your Backyard
One of the easiest things a homeowner can to do to brighten up a backyard is to buy a bird … Continued
3 Must-Know Deck Safety Tips
Thousands of decks have either been built by do-it-yourselfers or by contractors who aren’t aware of the latest deck building … Continued
Washer and Dryer Maintenance Tips You Need to Know Now
Dryers and washing machines were involved in one out of every 22 home structure fires reported to U.S. fire departments … Continued
5 Ways to Winterize Your Roof
If the Farmer’s Almanac is correct, the winter of 2015-2016 will be a repeat of last winter – and even … Continued
Puppy Proofing 101: Making Your Home Dog-Friendly
You may be ready to give your new puppy lots of love and attention, but how ready is your home? … Continued
7 Ways to Stop Drafts in Your Home
Drafts, or air leaks, can come into your home through windows, fireplaces and even electrical outlets, making your house feel … Continued
Easy DIY Ways to Clean Your Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals can save time and effort when doing the dishes, but they still need periodic maintenance to stay in … Continued
The Lowdown on Landscaping: How to Boost Property Value
You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but what about when it comes to buying a home? A survey … Continued