A Simple Guide To Security Camera Positioning Around Your House
Recent data reveals that 3 out of 4 American homes will be victim to burglary in the next 20 years. As such, securing your home …
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Controlling Dryer Lint Outside | Video
Q & A I have a relatively new dryer that’s vented outside. My problem is that it lets a lot of lint and hair to bypass …
Expecting a Tax Refund? Here’s 3 Projects You Can Totally Get Done for Less!
Did you know that over the last 3 years, the average tax refund returned to Americans was over $2,800? For DIY’rs like us, …
Why Smart Home Technology and Design Is Going to the Dogs
A bright spot for many people in an otherwise challenging year has been adding a furry friend to the family. Welcoming a pet …
4 New Year’s Resolutions Your Home Can Help You Keep
Learn a few tips for meeting your New Year's resolutions for your home to get it into shape. Whether you want to make more …
4 Easy DIY Tips to Transform Your Basement into a Livable Space
With COVID quarantines keeping us home more than ever before, the need for space has never been greater. If your home was …
Floating “Mantel” Shelves Provide Style and Function | Video
Today, more of us than ever before are taking on projects to improve our living spaces. For seasoned weekend warriors and …
Creating a Garage Retreat During COVID-19
Forget about man caves and she sheds. This year, with so many people quarantined at home, a popular home improvement project is …
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
Essential Mortgage Budgeting Strategies for Buying a House
Purchasing a house is a life-changing event. It shows you’re ready to settle down and commit to long-term responsibilities. When …
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, …
6 Most Expensive Home Buying Mistakes
Learn about the hazards that may be uncovered by your home inspection, calling for a return to the negotiation table. Find out …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Return Air Vent Missing
We purchased a house about 10 years ago and since have found several significant problems. It was inspected as part of the …
How to Clean Wood Siding
My wood siding was damaged the last time it was power washed, so I am hesitant to do this again. It will probably need some …
How to Repair Screen Porches and Doors
If you are lucky enough to have a home with a screened-in porch, then you know these rooms can really take a beating when the …
Easy Fix Ups for Outdoor Furniture
Spring is a season of readiness, keeping us busy with cleaning and organizing so that when summer finally arrives we can kick …
How to Install Lattice Under a Deck
Get that deck ready for the enjoyable seasons ahead. Here's how to add lattice to cover the area under a deck.
How To Install Bifold Closet Doors | Video
From small rooms to hallways, bi-fold doors are a great space saving solution for closets in tight areas. Installing them isn't …
How to Build Small Patio | Video
Patios are a great way to extend your living space outdoors. Made of thermal bluestone various dimensions, this 6 X 17 foot …
How-to Install an Under Deck Ceiling | Video
The area under second-story decks can be a dark, wet wasteland. But installing an underdeck ceiling made from lightweight, …
How To Install Kitchen Cabinet Crown Molding | Video
If you're ready to take your kitchen cabinets up a notch crown molding is a great way to go. It not only covers the space …