How to Seal a Deck [Video]
Waterproofing a deck is essential for keeping it in good condition. Rain, snow and even sun will eat away at … Continued
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How to Be a Friendly Neighbor
A plate of cookies can go a long way. “Getting to know people is a peacemaking strategy,” says Laura Jeffords, … Continued
6 Tips for Preventing Home Theft [Video]
A burglary is one of homeowners’ worst fears. A thief could break in and walk away with your valuables, your … Continued
How to Be Your Own General Contractor
Whether building a new house or simply remodeling, being your own general contractor is tempting. Homeowners who take on that … Continued
Home Inspection Tips for Buyers
House inspections are critical to vetting any potential problems. There can be issues even with what seems like a dream … Continued
Staging Your Home for a Quick Sale
There’s a lot of conflicting advice about how to stage a home, and the details often vary with the home … Continued
DIY Fails: How to Do It Your Way but Right
You’ve watched people flip houses, transform fixer-uppers into modern gems and polish dated decors to the epitome of modern style … Continued
Expanding Your Space With a Backyard Shed
Expanding your house can be costly and time consuming and when it comes to increasing your housing space, permits and … Continued
6 Shed Makeover Ideas to Transform Your Space
Sheds need not be mere storage space for garden tools and bicycles. They can be an extension of the homeowner’s … Continued
10 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home [Slideshow]
Whether you’re preparing to sell or planning to stay put for decades, your home is most likely your most … Continued
10 Things You Never Clean in Your Home (but Should) [Slideshow]
The dirtiest items in your home might not be what you think. Beyond just dirt and grime, germs can also … Continued
How Smart Lighting Can Make Life Better
Can banishing the blues, sleeping soundly and waking energized be as simple as changing a light bulb? Light affects sleep/wake … Continued
Cell Phone Security: Phone Hacking Protection [Infographic]
Today it’s more important than ever to protect your phone from hackers. We hold our entire lives in the palms … Continued
How to Grow Your Own Vegetables at Home
More people are paying attention to what goes into their food, even their healthy vegetables. They see the advantage of … Continued
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