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During summer’s hottest months, buying a pool may seem like a pretty good idea. But several pool pitfalls that can lead to a real financial soaking. Tom & Leslie share dos and don’ts. If you’ve ever picked up lumber for a project that measure 2 by anything (like 2×4, 2×8 and so on) …
Learn how to keep your lawn green and healthy through the hottest months of the summer, plus how to handle droughts or water restrictions. Drain clogs can be a real hassle – but they don’t have to be complicated to free up. We’ll share quick solutions to get things flowing. If you love …
Most kitchen renos are expensive. But there’s actually a lot you can do yourself over a single weekend that can deliver a big impact without a big budget. We share a checklist of low-cost kitchen remodeling projects that deliver the biggest impact. If your patio is worn, weathered or even cracked, we’ll share …
Spaces under outdoor decks can be dark, dirty wastelands! But with a deck ceiling, you can drain the rain and clean up the look below. We walk you through build-from-scratch and manufactured options to create a dry hangout space below an overhead decks. Finding a foundation crack can be quite disturbing, but not …
On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing better than sitting out on the porch… until the mosquitoes arrive! We’ve got tips on retractable screens to keep pesky pests away. Some home décor can practically guarantee you’ll lose money selling a home. We share the top 10 worst décor choices to avoid at all …
Would you like to do a better job of taking care of your home but just don’t have the time? We’ve got 30 home …
If you’ve been feeling winter drafts whip through your windows, we walk you through a simple checklist to help you …
A little bit on paint goes a long way, especially when you apply the new 2021 Color of the Year! If you are …
Does your laundry room feel dark, cluttered and disorganized and maybe even a bit dangerous? We’ve got tips for safe …
The right combination of kitchen lighting can beautify your space while improving the functionality of work …
Tired of chilly floors? Adding radiant heat to your home’s floor can provide a for a very comfortable and energy …
If you are bursting at the seams and looking for some getaway space for crafts or projects, a heated garage may do …
If you have an electric water heater, you probably know all too well it’s also the most expensive way to get …
Thanks to the pandemic, getting fresh clean air inside your home is more important than ever. But you don’t …
According to a new survey by Travelers, 75% of Americans have been taking on home improvement projects since the …
Now is the season for many things and unfortunately one of those is the fire season. There are more smoke and …
A warm fire from a wood stove or fireplace adds comfort and to a chilly winter day. But did you know that not …
Space is at a premium these days and one area not to overlook is UP, the attic! We highlight several ways to …
If you’ve been thinking about investing in a home but don’t have the funds to go it alone, buying a home with a …
Fall is the flooring season and with dozens of products and an infinite number of designs, we’re going to share some …
If your walls are showing cracks, holes or nail pops – we’ve got tips to get them back in shape once and for …
Some of the hardest working and most beautiful surfaces in any home are the floors. And for decades there’s been no …
Are you preparing to deck your halls this holiday season…and maybe even your windows, doors and trees? Make …
When it comes to maintaining your home, painting is a project that’s among the most basic of DIY projects, and one …
In this episode… Do you love the look of a classic parkway floor with an intricate Chevron pattern. We’ll share a …
In this episode… Do you love the colorful trees of fall but dread dragging piles of leaves to the curb – maybe not so …
In this episode… Did you ever notice that some leftovers seem to last a long time and other turns shades of green is an …
In this episode… We’re all trying to avoid germs more than ever and motion-activated faucets are good for cutting down the …
In this episode… If your closet is looking a little messy — closet organization may be in order, but that’s one …
