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Winter is rough on roofs so now is a good time to plan for any roof work that might be needed to be done come spring. We’ll share tips for a DIY roof check to know if a roof needs to be repaired or replaced – in today’s Smart Spending Tip. Got closets …
Want to tackle a home improvement project but don’t have much time? Tom & Leslie share 5 fast hacks that take 30 minute or LESS to complete. Plus share a full list of 30 more home improvements you can do in under 30 minutes! Home fire risk goes up in the winter, but …
Thinking adding solar power to your home can reduce electricity costs? Not all panels deliver the same amount of electricity. Tom & Leslie explain which options deliver the most power and best savings. And if you like homes that feel bigger than they are, there’s a new trend in what’s known as a …
Improving your insulation is the easiest and least expensive way to get comfortable and save money. To help, Tom & Leslie review the most popular types of insulation – including a new “itch-free” fiberglass insulation plus another that’s fire resistant to over 2000 degrees! A serious commercial stove can boost both your cooking …
Do you enjoy watching birds visit your yard in warmer weather, but miss them in the winter? Tom & Leslie share tips to help attract visits from your fine feathered friends all year long: even in the cold months! Need a workshop, maker space, sewing center or other studio space? We share tricks for …
Learn how to keep your lawn green and healthy through the hottest months of the summer, plus how to handle droughts …
Most kitchen renos are expensive. But there’s actually a lot you can do yourself over a single weekend that can …
Spaces under outdoor decks can be dark, dirty wastelands! But with a deck ceiling, you can drain the rain and …
On a warm summer evening, there’s nothing better than sitting out on the porch… until the mosquitoes arrive! …
Have you made energy saving improvements that upped your home’s “green” factor? Those improvements can help you …
Do you feel like your A/C just isn’t doing the job it should? We’ll share a trick of the trade you can use to …
Every summer deck collapses are tragically common. We’ll share the top 5 reasons decks fall down along with …
Want to update your kitchen this summer?Updating the layout at the same time can deliver updated functionality and …
A tree in your landscape can be a thing of beauty. But after it’s gone, the stump left behind – not so much! …
Want to outsmart would-be burglars with more than just a fake rock. Tom and Leslie share the sneakiest hiding spots …
Are your kitchen cabinets tired and worn? Tom and Leslie tell you how to choose new cabinets that’ll step up …
Backyard decks can bring added value to your home but costly mistakes can quickly take that away. Get tips on …
Mosquitoes can really suck the fun out of your summer activities, that’s why we are sharing some tips on how to get …
Summer sun and storms can cause serious damage to your roof. Find out how to spot and stop leaks before they happen. …
Find out how to step up your outdoor living space with step-by-step tips on how to can build your very own fire pit. …
Security cameras can protect our homes during our vacation but only with the right placement. Tom and Leslie share …
Looking for an easy DIY way to spruce up the backyard? Arbors and Pergolas are a great feature to add to any yard …
If you’d love to have a backyard pool but can’t afford it, don’t have the time to care for it or …
Summertime is finally here which means more time out on the deck. Tom and Leslie walk you through the …
Outdoor kitchens are more popular than ever. We’ll share a system you can use to construct it yourself that’s as …
Built-in, backyard firepits are really hot right now. With just a bit of planningyou can build a firepit yourself. We …
A pizza garden is a fun way to get the whole family involved in gardening. Kids get a kick out of growing their own …
The Spring real estate market is well underway and more urban dwellers than ever heading to the suburbs for space and …
There’s a lot of focus on Spring cleaning this time of year but rather than treat this like one big dusty holiday, …
