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Fall Home Improvements
Best Options for Heating a Garage
I recently insulated my garage, and was looking to heat it for two reasons. One to do a few projects and second to heat the rooms above. I found two heaters; a radiant heater and a blue flame heater. I do have access to a gas line so plan on hooking it up to that. …
Got a Mouse in the House? Get Rid of Them For Good with These Tips!
Mice or rats are pretty hardy rodent creatures to deal with. They can actually leap off tall buildings in a single bound, pass through seemingly solid walls and may even be able to smell nuclear fallout. They’re not superheroes but something far less welcome in your home. Here’s how to evict them once and for all!
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Window Repair or Window Replacement? How to Decide
Wondering if you should repair or replace your windows? Here’s a checklist to see which option is right for your situation.
Home Insulation: Green Armor Against High Energy Costs
Insulating and sealing are affordable, effective projects for your green home. Here are our top tips for ensuring year-round energy efficiency.
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8 Fall Lawn Care Tips to Get Grass Ready for Winter
Fall is a great time to make sure that your lawn is healthy and ready to sleep during the winter season. Although growth rates of your lawn can drastically slow down during the fall compared to summer lawn growth, you may be surprised at other maintenance that is important to do during this cooler time …
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Gutter Cleaning Tips to Avoid Major Repairs
Fall home improvement projects can be simple to complete. Regular gutter cleaning is the single most important key to avoiding major and expensive home repairs.
Top Questions
Will DRYLOK Stop Basement Leaks in Heavy Rain?
Would you recommend the product DRYLOK to stop water leaking through cinder block basement walls in heavy rain storms
Storing Paint: Best Way to Make Paint Last
After painting I have two partially used cans of latex paint. I know that in storage it will be evaporation of water, benzene, toluene, and formaldehyde which results in paint hardening in 3-5 years. Can the shelf life be improved if all the air in the cans to be stored were replaced with water to …
Best Paint for a Concrete Patio
I live in Nebraska with extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter. I have a cement patio that I would like to repaint I am looking for the best paint options and wondering if they make a outdoor epoxy finish. I did etch the cement before the first time I painted it …
How to Remove Window Grille Dividers in an Exterior Door
I’d like to remove the plastic window pane dividers from a steel door. They seem to be factory installed because nothing seems to fit in the fasteners that hold it in place. It is a plastic piece. Is there a way to take these off?
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Best Anti-Slip Sealer for Bathroom Tile Floor
We have well water which left our bathroom tile covered with rust stains. We did a deep cleaning of the floors and walls using Muriatic acid and are now looking for a sealer to prevent further rust buildup but need to find one that does not make the tiles slippery. Heard you mention a sealer …
Best Flooring for a Wet Basement Family Room
My house was built in 1962. Everything was fine until about 3 years ago. I discovered mold in my basement family room. I hired a company to clean up the mold. The carpet and padding were removed only to find that we had asbestos flooring that was also removed. I bought new flooring and then …
The Money Pit Guide to Green Remodeling
The Money Pit Guide to Green Remodeling steers you toward real opportunities for improved home air quality, low-impact design, reduced energy use and a more positive, caring relationship between your family and Mother Earth.