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Breathing fresh clean air inside your home is more important than ever but you don’t have to throw open windows to let in freezing air to get it. We share tips on the best air filters for a steady supply of fresh indoor air. With all the holiday meals happening now, have you …
Painting is a project most homeowners are happy to tackle themselves. But it’s also a project that can go terribly wrong if you don’t take just three steps before you start. We’ll share pro tips for painting success. Looking for a simple way to cut heating and cooling costs? A smart programmable thermostat …
Kitchen renos peak after the holidays when the frustrations worn out kitchen layouts peak. If you’re planning a kitchen redo for 22, we’ll tell you how to choose new cabinets that’ll step up the space and not blow the budget. Are you ready to pick up a new snowblower before the first major …
Are your kids’ rooms ready for a design refresh? We’ve got tips to help you design a room that can grow as fast as they do. Home repairs often come as a surprise for most owners, but did you know that many are predictable if you know when your home was built. We …
If you’re shopping for a home, buying an older home can be a good deal – but only if you’re ready for the restoration and repair that come along with the job. We’ll share tips for buying and repairing older homes. Have you ever been surprised by a big electric bill? We’ll share …
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If we had to name a project that can really change the look of a kitchen, or even a bath, replacing the countertop …
Fall weather may be refreshing but the cooler temperatures can also usher pests like stink bugs into the warmer …
Thinking about updating your kitchen in time for holiday meals but concerned about the timing and costs? Get tips on …
Adding heat to your garage is a great way to make the space useable all winter long. We’ll help sort through the …
Are winter winds streaming through your windows? We share a step-by-step checklist to help make sure you are …
There’s no shortage of ways to make your home energy efficient – but what if there was a way to build a home that was …
In a strong home sellers-market, selling your home “as-is” is a popular way to avoid buyer demands for repairs. …
A survey of 32,000 homes by Zillow showed painting with the right colors can help your home sell faster and make you …
If you enjoyed garden-fresh veggies all Spring and Summer, now is the time to plant cool weather crops that thrive in …
Spotted a roof leak and wondering if your roof can be repaired or needs a complete replacement? We’ll tell you how to …
Hiring a gutter company to install gutter guards can be ridiculously expensive. But buying the product and then …
Ready to blast away piles of leaves this Fall? Paul Hope, the Home & Appliance Editor from Consumer …
Everyone wants a perfect remodel but home improvement and perfect are two words that you don’t often hear in the same …
Hate waiting for your shower water to heat up? Hot water recirculation pumps can help, delivering hot water to …
Are you living with the heating system that was in your house when you bought it? Old furnaces and boilers can be …
For renters, heat is a big expense you might feel you can’t change. We’ll share tips to save money heating your …
Just about time to wrap up gardening for the year. But if you had a greenhouse, you can extend your gardening …
Buying new replacement windows can be confusing. But if you learn how to read a single label that’s required …
As we head into Fall, it’s a good time to assess your home’s insulation needs. Most homes simply don’t have …
College parents beware, we are about to enter “silly season” when real estate agents press young, inexperienced …
With fall approaching, and you might be wondering if replacing old or drafty windows is a wise move. We walk …
Your house is your biggest investment – but how much, exactly, should you set aside for the cost of home …
Have you ever taken a shower and received a blast of water that was freezing cold or scalding hot? That’s what …
Painting your kitchen cabinets is one of the most popular ways to update a kitchen. But can this DIY project …
