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Paving Your Patio is EasierDriveways, Paths & Sidewalks, Spring...This week’s question comes to us from Catharine in Baltimore: “Leslie, I was watching your new program, Ugliest House on The Block, last weekend whil.... Updating Home to Help My ParentsContractors, Decorating & Design, Fall, Remodels & Additions, Safety, Spring, Summer, Winter...I've lived in my 1928 DC Row/Federal Style home for over 30 years. I would like to add a 2 or 3 story addition to the rear, as well as i... Laundry Room LayoutAppliances, Fall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...Laundry room tips... Creating More Space in a Tiny Laundry RoomAppliances, Fall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...My tight-squeeze laundry area has turned into a disorganized mess I dread, and our family laundry volume shows no sign of letting up. Got any idea... How to Fix a Squeaking FloorFall, Flooring, Spring, Summer, Winter...The best way to fix a squeaking floor.... How to Get a Glossy Garage FloorFall, Flooring, Garage, Spring, Summer, Winter...I recently applied BEHR Premium 2-Part Epoxy Garage Floor Coating in my garage which looks terrific, but I would prefer a glossier finish... Caulk TalkBath Remodeling, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...What is the best way to remove & replace the caulking around sliding shower doors, as well as a tub? ... Kitchen Floor SolutionsFall, Flooring, Spring, Summer, Winter...We are about to begin remodeling our kitchen and need some advice on flooring.... Removing Paint from BrickFall, Painting & Staining, Siding, Spring, Summer...Tips to remove paint from brick. ... Will a Refrigerator Work in a Garage?Appliances, Fall, Garage, Spring, Summer, Winter...I adore your radio show and listen as often as I can. Please help me with this question. I am planning on purchasing an additional refrigerator t... Q + A: Tips to Avoid Shower Shocks!Bath Remodeling, Fall, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...Please help me with this. When showering, if my husband flushes the toilet or runs water elsewhere, the temperature of the water changes. What t... Is Foam Siding a Good Idea?Fall, Siding, Spring, Summer, Winter...A friend is trying to interest my husband in a new process of building homes out of foam boards coated with thin layers of concrete. Do you have ... Roof Replacement - One Layer or Two?Fall, Roofing, Spring, Summer, Winter...I am going to reshingle my roof. I have one layer of shingles down and was going to reshingle over top of them. Someone told me that when you put ... Solving Major Moisture ProblemBasements & Crawlspaces, Spring, Summer...Moisture management typically involves several solutions working together. Adding plastic sheathing over the soil as a crawlspace vapor barrier is a ... Electric Dryer vs. Gas Dryer: Which is Cheaper?Appliances, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...In general, electric dryers are about 15% more expensive to run compared to gas. While this isn’t enough to justify the cost of installing a gas line... Need Help Finding a Good Kitchen ContractorContractors, Fall, Kitchen Remodeling, Spring, Summer, Winter...We’re planning a kitchen remodel this fall and have been having a hard time locating a contractor we were totally comfortable with. The estimates... Fed Up with a Bath Floor in New York CityBath Remodeling, Fall, Flooring, Spring, Summer, Winter...Other than re-grouting, ceramic tile is not a material that lends itself to any sort of refinishing. However, as long as the base layer is secure (no... Peeling Paint & Paneling PredicamentDecorating & Design, Fall, Spring, Summer, Walls & Ceilings, Winter...We get many questions on our radio show about the many mysteries of removing paneling. The answers depend on the condition of the wall as well as how ... Green Mold in BasementFall, Mold, Spring, Summer, Winter...What is the green mold growing in my basement? It is growng on furniture, boxes, plastic tubs, etc. I am afraid to even check all my videos. Wh... Toilet Causes Lights to FlickerFall, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...My lights flicker to the beat of a pumping sound whenever I flush the toilet, run faucets & use the shower. I'm thinking that there is a probl... Synthetic Slate & Shake ShinglesFall, Roofing, Spring, Summer, Winter...I’m shopping for a new roof and learning that there are a lot more choices for shingles these days. I’ve decided against using composite asphalt s... Attic Mold May Cause Roof to RotFall, Mold, Roofing, Spring, Summer...While getting a home inspection done for a potential purchase, the inspector pointed out a light blue/grey mold throughout the attic, but he refus... Will OSB Make Me Sick? Is it Strong?Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Remodels & Additions, Spring, Summer, Winter...My parents are considering a new home in retirement community. My question is what are the pros and cons of a home built with particle board, and ... Need Weatherproof Outside StorageFall, Outdoor Structures, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...Homeowners are always looking for more storage space in and around the house. Often items like lawn mowers, power tools, and pesticides are kept in t... Air Conditioning OptionsAir Conditioning, Spring, Summer...My first choice for energy efficiency, as well overall comfort, would be to install a central air conditioning system. These systems can be “zoned” s... Avoid Mold in BathBath Remodeling, Cleaning, Fall, Mold, Spring, Summer, Winter...I have mold on my ceiling and behind the shower wall. There is black stuff coming through the plastic wall covering in the shower wall too. What shoul... Condo Basement LeaksBasements & Crawlspaces, Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Spring...I am trying to purchase a condo and during my home inspection of the home, I noticed standing water in the basement near the center of the baseme... Can a Home Inspection Help or Hurt?Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...We bought our home, new, when it was first built. We had an inspector about a month before closing. Our home will be eleven years old. Would it b... Laminate Floor SolutionsFall, Flooring, Spring, Summer, Winter...Laminate floor has a very durable surface and easy to install, most just snap right together, no glue necessary. The laminate can look like anything ... Curtain Drain Solution for Soggy Back YardLawn & Garden, Spring...To move standing water out of a low lying area in your yard, a “curtain drain” works well. A curtain drain is a shallow trench dug to collect water ... Toxic Mold and ChildrenFall, Mold, Spring, Summer, Winter...Mold blotches began appearing and spreading in our 4 year old son's bedroom ceiling approximately 4 months ago. We are very concerned about the he... Do it Yourself Garage Floors Save MoneyFall, Garage, Spring, Summer, Winter...I am considering putting down a new floor over the concrete floors in my garage and breezeway. I'm thinking about hiring a company who which uses... CFLs and DimmersElectrical, Fall, Lighting, Spring, Summer, Winter...I’d like to change the lighting in my home over from incandescent to the newer energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), is there a... Building Field of DreamsMiscellaneous, Spring...I was just wondering what kind of land I would need if I planned on building a baseball complex. Could I build it on just farmland, residential la... Beware Basement WaterproofersBasements & Crawlspaces, Contractors, Spring...Learn how to avoid scams by basement waterproofing contractors... 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Renovating an Older HomeCleaning, Decorating & Design, Fall, Painting & Staining, Spring, Summer, Winter...Almost a million children under the age of six in this country suffer from lead poisoning. We’ve heard a lot about lead paint and toys in the news r... Cool ComfortAir Conditioning, Spring, Summer...Summer is closer than you think, so if you have any lingering, last-year memories of air conditioning breakdowns or indoor discomfort, now’s the time ... The Compost ConnectionFall, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Summer...If you’re looking for a way to reduce the amount of waste going to the curb every week or reuse some of those kitchen scarps, consider composting.... Spring Checkup for Roof is a Wise IdeaRoofing, Spring...With the spring thaw finally upon us, it’s time to start thinking about home improvement projects. And one of those projects should be to ch... PREPARING YOUR PATIO FOR SUMMERDoors, Patio, Spring, Summer...Warmer weather brings the return of outdoor living and all its pleasures — from fun family barbeques, to kids running through sprinklers, to entertain... How Much House Can You Afford?Buying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...Tips on how to understand how much you can afford when buying a home.... Poison PreventionFall, Safety, Spring, Summer, Winter...According to the Home Safety Council, accidental poisoning is the second leading cause of home injury death in the United States. Yet, a new survey b... New Front Entry Adds Value to a HomeBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Contractors, Doors, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...If you’re looking to add value to your home without spending a lot of money, consider enhancing its curb appeal with a new front door. Once you’ve sel... Leaky Hot Water Heater Could Mean TroubleAppliances, Fall, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...When was the last time you checked your water heater? You just turn on the faucet and your hot water is there, right? You should be checking your he... Going Green While Growing GreenGreen Home Improvement, Lawn & Garden, Spring...Going green in a home lawn care program doesn't have to be a daunting task. There are some easy, cost-effective steps homeowners can take to improve ... Drought WatchBath Remodeling, Energy Savings, Plumbing, Spring, Summer...Tips to save water around your house.... Faux Finishing: Can You Do It?Decorating & Design, Fall, Painting & Staining, Spring, Summer, Winter...Paint is one of the most economical means of transforming a space, and taking it a step further with a faux flourish can lend texture and a custom loo... Fast Sales For Slow Real Estate MarketsBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...In the wake of credit and housing market troubles that sent 2007 out with a whimper, up-and-coming buyers and sellers may feel tentative about the opt... Top Tips For Organizing Laundry RoomsAppliances, Decorating & Design, Fall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...Tips to organize your landry room and save space.... Are You at Risk for Radon?Fall, Insulation & Ventilation, Safety, Spring, Summer, Winter...Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that occurs naturally when uranium in the soil breaks down. If inhaled, radon can cause damage to your lung tissues... Curb Appeal Kicked Up a NotchLawn & Garden, Product Recomendations, Roofing, Spring...When it comes to your home’s exterior, color is currency. With millions of homes across the country currently on the market, smart homeowners are diff... Spring Solutions for Home ImprovementDecks & Porches, Doors, Energy Savings, Painting & Staining, Spring...Daydreaming about spring spruce-ups for your home? Then check out these brilliant new solutions to add style, efficiency and value to your abode.... Time to Replace Your Water Heater?Appliances, Energy Savings, Fall, Faucets, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...Tips on replacing a hot water heater.... More Power To YouElectrical, Energy Savings, Fall, Spring, Storm Proofing, Summer, Winter...Protecting your home from power problems has become a necessity of the new millennium. If you want to make sure you're never left without power, you ... Home Theater BasicsAppliances, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...Many a movie buff dreams of a theater of their own, and it’s now possible to create the perfectly personalized viewing experience with products create... Customize Your ClosetFall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...While complex closet upgrades may require the design and installation services of a pro, there are several products made for affordable organizational... High-Tech Window OptionsEnergy Savings, Fall, Spring, Summer, Windows & Skylights, Winter...If old, inefficient windows are beginning to affect your outlook, you’ll be glad to discover that evolving construction standards, the drive toward gr... Preventing Plumbing PerilsFall, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...The possible perils of plumbing are many: leaks, bursting pipes, clogged drains, and trusted appliances that go on the blink. But if you pack a little... Solar SolutionsAir Conditioning, Fall, Heating, Insulation & Ventilation, Spring, Summer, Winter...Tips for using the power of the sun to heat your home.... Shopping For Home PlansBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Remodels & Additions, Spring, Summer, Winter...Building a home from scratch can be an exciting but daunting endeavor, not to mention fraught with hidden expenses. It all begins with a plan, of cour... Tips For Tankless Water HeatersAppliances, Fall, Heating, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...A great solution for delivering cost-effective hot water to your home, a tankless hot water heater is energy efficient because it only heats water as ... Top 10 Home Improvement TopicsBath Remodeling, Fall, Flooring, Insulation & Ventilation, Kitchen Remodeling, Plumbing, Roofing, Siding, Spring, Summer, Toilet, Tub & Shower, Walls & Ceilings, Windows & Skylights, Winter...To help you avoid home improvement hassles of your own, here are the top ten home improvement topics we get the most questions on, and some solutions ... Architectural Salvage FindsDecorating & Design, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...Looking for period-correct trimmings from a bygone era or a unique centerpiece for a contemporary room? Then head over to your local architectural sal... Lighting For Style And EfficiencyFall, Lighting, Spring, Summer, Winter...If your approach to saving energy with home lighting is limited to shutting off the swtich as you leave a room, you’re off to a good start, but there’... Log Cabin LivingBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...Log homes have always scored big in R-value, a factor calculating energy efficiency in building materials. Log walls actually contain millions of tiny... Improving Indoor Air Quality Through Green RemodelingAir Conditioning, Decorating & Design, Fall, Flooring, Heating, Kitchen Remodeling, Spring, Summer, Walls & Ceilings, Winter...Depending on your sensitivity level, VOCs’ impact can range from irritation to illness, so keep the air clear from the start by selecting products and... GOOD FENCES MAKE GOOD NEIGHBORSFall, Fences & Gates, Spring, Summer, Winter...Beautiful fencing is a great asset when it comes to curb appeal, home value and stylish definition of your yard and garden. Here’s how to build a fenc... Green Roofing and SidingFall, Green Home Improvement, Roofing, Siding, Spring, Summer, Winter...Just as products for home interiors have been getting greener, there’s a growing variety of exterior treatments for creating an ecologically sound hom... LIGHTNING STORM SAFETYSafety, Spring, Summer...Thunder and lightning storms are fairly common occurrences in the U.S. With the impressive show they put on, it can be easy to forget their dangers a... HOME SWEET MODULAR VACATION HOMEBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...Second homes for seasonal leisure are a perennially popular investment, but the cost of new builds can send hopeful vacation homeowners packing back t... Packing a Vacation ToolboxFall, Spring, Summer, Tools, Winter...Pack a vacation toolbox with the rest of your family’s gear, and you’ll be armed for just about any development and free to use your time for well-des... Roof Repair 101Fall, Roofing, Spring, Summer, Winter...With the generally silent, steady job it does protecting you and your home, it’s easy to take your roof for granted─easy, that is, until a leak ... Budgeting for a Home BarBasements & Crawlspaces, Decorating & Design, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...As the popularity of home entertaining continues to grow, so does the range of smart, convenient amenities that can add a professional touch to the pr... Top Ten Reasons to Remodel GreenFall, Remodels & Additions, Spring...Remodeling a home green is easier than you think.... Paint Color Trends for InteriorsDecorating & Design, Fall, Painting & Staining, Spring, Summer, Winter...If you’ve got a room that’s due for an update, bring out the brushes and look to this year’s popular paint colors for inspiration. A fresh coat of col... Outdoor Living TrendsDecks & Porches, Lawn & Garden, Outdoor Structures, Patio, Spring, Summer...Improving an outdoor space is a relatively easy and inexpensive way to increase your home’s footprint, its value, and the day-to-day quality of life y... The New Generation of Do-It-Yourself FlooringFall, Flooring, Spring, Summer, Winter...It used to be that installing a new floor was a professionals-only gig requiring complicated equipment, odorous adhesives, and a massive amount of mus... May Weekend ProjectsAir Conditioning, Appliances, Cleaning, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Tools...As spring weather streaks to the finish line, you have one wonderful month left to get your spring home improvement projects complete before summer su... For Sale By Owner TipsBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Spring...You’ve probably heard the old saying that a lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client. Without proper preparation, the same can be said a... Gearing Up for DIY Season With Tips from the 2007 National Hardware ShowDecorating & Design, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Summer, Tools...Now that it’s high season for home improvement projects, you may be revising your winter wish list to match a quickly crowding summer calendar. Before... Remodeling MistakesFall, Remodels & Additions, Spring, Summer, Winter...Learn the top five mistakes to avoid when planning a remodeling project.... Boosting Your Home's Bottom LineBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Doors, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...A home's exterior makes or breaks the first impression when prospective buyers see your home. If you're looking to add value to your home without spen... April Weekend ProjectsBasements & Crawlspaces, Cleaning, Decks & Porches, Decorating & Design, Mold, Spring...Spring is here! With warmer weather and longer days, it’s a great time to add a few projects to your home improvement to-do list. Here is where to... Building a Retaining WallFall, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Summer, Winter...A well-built retaining wall has many benefits: structures are protected from soil eroding either away from or toward their foundations, the integrity ... Simple Steps for Perfect PaintingFall, Painting & Staining, Spring, Summer, Walls & Ceilings, Winter...As home improvement projects go, painting is on the easy end of the scale and fairly low-risk: the only thing a bad paint job can hurt is your pride. ... Green Solutions for Kitchen and Bath DécorBath Remodeling, Fall, Kitchen Remodeling, Painting & Staining, Spring, Summer, Winter...Whatever the style and color scheme of your kitchen or bath remodel, it’s getting easier to add a little green. Products that incorporate recycled mat... Home Improvement Parks in the GarageGarage, Spring...Your improvements around the house don’t stop with your house. April is National Car Care Month and a good time to keep your second largest investmen... Living With HistoryBath Remodeling, Decorating & Design, Doors, Fall, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...In this high-tech age of better, faster and new, owning and loving an old home can be a pretty isolating experience. Here are solutions to make your ... Styled To SellBuying, Selling or Building a Home, Fall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Winter...Home staging is the art of styling your home for the buying audience. Industry surveys show that staged homes sell faster and at higher prices than ... March Weekend ProjectsAir Conditioning, Appliances, Electrical, Kitchen Remodeling, Lawn & Garden, Spring...Spring is about to be sprung. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s a great time to add a few projects to your home improvement to-do list...... Washing Away Laundry HasslesAppliances, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter...The room in your home that sees all the dirty laundry doesn’t have to be a time and energy-wasting scandal. Today’s appliances and amenities are smart... 10 Tips For A Mold-free HouseFall, Mold, Spring...October is the time of the year when most of us start thinking about sealing the hatches in our homes for the season. But before you do that, it’s h..... Spring Tips
Clean Up, Clear OutCleaning, Spring...Get ready to take on that spring cleaning. And don’t forget to get rid of old paints and chemicals that are just sitting around.... Toys and Toxins Don't MixFall, Garage, Safety, Spring, Summer, Winter...For many Americans, garages are the most well worn entryway to their homes. Besides the daily family traffic, the garage is also a place where we mix... Easy Ways to Save WaterAppliances, Energy Savings, Fall, Faucets, Plumbing, Spring, Summer, Winter...Want to know an easy way to save a whopping one THOUSAND gallons of water a month? Just run your dishwasher and washing machine when you have a full l... Perfect PlantingLawn & Garden, Spring...Store FirewoodBugs, Pests & Rodents, Fall, Spring, Storage & Organization, Summer, Wood Stoves & Fireplaces...After the fireplace season has passed, be sure to properly store any remaining firewood off the ground and away from the foundation. Firewood piles .... Spring Product Reviews
View more Spring Product Reviews... Shake It UpFall, Roofing, Spring, Summer, Winter...Many homes look great with natural shake shingles. But that great look often fades to bland gray after only a few years – and comes with maintenance h... The Orion CookerAppliances, Spring, Summer...The Orion Cooker, developed by two tailgating enthusiasts combines three cooking processes simultaneously — convection, steam and smoke to cook meats ... New Tool Makes Yardwork a BreezeFall, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Summer...The lightweight, but powerful Ryobi One+ 18-volt pole pruner, is great for trimming small limbs and the telescoping shaft allows you to reach branches... The Grass is Always Greener...Fall, Lawn & Garden, Spring, Summer...Keep you lawn looking lush and healthy all season long. The secret to a healthy lawn is the right fertilizer and proper application. Give your home ... DryPly Soaks Up the CompetitionFall, Spring, Summer, Walls & Ceilings, Winter...Georgia-Pacific, a leader in home building materials that satisfy both builders and homeowners, is once again unveiling an innovative product for hom... Ryobi's One+ Tool Line Has Four New ToolsFall, Product Recomendations, Spring, Summer, Tools...Ryobi is adding four new lawn and garden tools to itspopular One+ 18-volt tool lineup this spring. The additionof a hedge trimmer, sprayer... Spring E-newsletterSpring E-newsletter Articles
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