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Are you getting ready to take a vacation this summer? From burglars to break downs, we’ve got tips to help take care of your house while your away! If your lawn is full of weeds, don’t just pull them before you pay attention to what’s causing the problem. We’ll share how to “read” …
The summer season with its intense heat can be really rough on your roof. We share a way to protect, restore flexibility and extend your roof life by 5 years. Hurricane season is here and researchers predict 19 big storms! We’ll help you make sure your house is ready. Having trouble with allergies? …
If you’ve ever taken on a tiling project, you may know that it’s messy and can take DAYS to wait for the adhesive to set, before you can grout. We’ll show you a trick of the trade to install tile that’s a lot less messy and far faster. Do you think the best …
Staining a wood deck is a popular summer project. We share how to get that project done in a weekend, plus we review new high efficiency airless paint sprayers that can cut project time by as much as a third. Summer marks the riskiest time of year for pool drownings, the leading cause …
Are you a do-it-yourselfer but need a better do-it-yourself workspace? We show you how to create a productive and efficient garage workspace to handle projects big and small. If your AC is going to go on the fritz… it’s going to happen on the hottest day of the year. We review the top …
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You may be ready for summer, but is your outdoor living space ready, too? We’ve got a pre-summer checklist to make …
Skylights let in lots of light but some let in leaks leak more than others. We’ll tell which ones leak the most and …
According to the new survey, over 60% of homebuyers experience “Buyer’s Remorse” after the sale! …
This is a great time of year to give wood decks, trim or fencing a spruce up. We’ll give you tips on how to …
Have you been sneezing a lot lately? The allergy season is in full bloom and may last longer than usual. …
If you’d love to have a backyard swimming spot, we share a cool option over traditional chlorine pools; natural …
Building an outdoor kitchen may be on your “someday” list. But someday could be today thanks to a new type of …
Want to enjoy a relaxing afternoon in your backyard but keep OUT of the public eye? Tom and Leslie share the …
Butterflies are one of the best parts of spring and summer and attracting them to your means you’ll have an army of …
Outdoor kitchens have never been more popular — but cooking and dining outside require special recipes of their …
Are you green with envy over your neighbor’s lush lawn? We’ll share tips to help you catch up and get started …
If your roof is more than 10 or 15 years old, we share a new product that can add 5 years of life to your roof with a …
Winter’s harsh winds, snow, and ice can weaken your roof, allowing heavy spring rains to seep through. …
Are you looking forward to having a colorful Spring flower garden? We share tips on the quickest way to get …
If you’re hoping for a lush, green lawn, now is the perfect time to set up your sprinkler system for …
How’s that Spring cleaning going? A cluttered home can definitely leave you feeling stressed. But clearing the deck …
Looking for family-friendly outdoor activities for you and your little ones? Creating a kid-friendly garden is …
Are you ready to add a deck to your backyard for the warmer weather ahead? One simple yet surprisingly simple deck …
If you’d love to have a backyard pool but are short of backyard space, I have two words for you: Spool …
Refreshing your home with new décor for the season is fun – but sometimes the costs add up! If you’re not sure …
If you’ve you made energy saving improvements to your home, those improvements could just help you sell your home …
Adding a beautiful new granite top is a great way to add a little luxury to your kitchen, but granite or stone tops …
Planning on selling your home this spring while the market is still hot? Some home features are pretty much …
With Spring just ahead, is your deck ready? Sun, rain and even insects can damage your deck’s surface, but a …
