Testing Your Home's Drinking Water

Fri, 08/24/2012 - 11:21 - Tom Kraeutler

Experts agree that the U.S. has one of the safest drinking water supplies in the world, but that’s no guarantee that what comes out of your tap is absolutely contaminant-free. What’s more, you can’t see, smell or taste most serious water quality problems. Hydrogen sulfide may give off a rotten...

Dorm Room Decor That Adds Personality and Functionality

Sat, 08/18/2012 - 12:27 - Leslie Segrete

If you’ve got a teen heading for college this fall, dorm room décor is just one of the many categories on your planning, shopping and packing lists. Returning students know how blank, bland and cramped a standard dorm room can be, but even freshmen can be prepared to create a personality-filled...

Seven Exterior Painting Mistakes to Avoid

Fri, 08/10/2012 - 02:39 - Tom Kraeutler

Painting your home’s exterior is a great way to freshen up its look, maintain wood siding, and add curb appeal. But rushing past critical preparation steps and ignoring time-honored painting techniques can have the opposite effects, ultimately leading to a finish that doesn’t last. Cutting...

Remodeling Activity is Ramping Up

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 23:12 - Leslie Segrete

If you’re about to commit to a remodeling project or two, you’re not alone. According to the latest quarterly forecast from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, the remodeling industry can count on “accelerated growth” as 2012 winds down and 2013 begins. In fact, annual...