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Home Improvement Tips & Podcasts
Looking for a quick tip to get a project done, save some money or step up your space? Check these out for every room in the house, and from floor board to shingles
Clean your wood deck with a mixture of powdered laundry detergent and hot water. To remove mildew stains from your wood deck, use a 10 % bleach solution, and you will have a shiny clean wood deck that is ready for summer fun.
Learn how to clean excess starch buildup on your household iron.
Homes with concrete slab foundation can be at highest risk of a termite infestation. To avoid …
A programable thermostat can knock 10 percent off your heating bill. With proper set up, programmable thermostats will …
Sometimes your hot water dispenser isn't hot enough for you. Fortunately, there is an easy way to fix hot water dispensers.
Use your ceiling fan all year round. Believe it or not, your ceiling fan can actually help keep you WARM. Reverse it's …
Good attic ventilation can make your home much warmer in the winter. Drafty, well ventilated attics flush moisture out of …
Planting trees in your yard is a natural way to keep your home's temperature comfortable. Trees can be planted strategically to …
Air drying the dishes in your dishwasher can reduce dishwasher costs on your energy bill. To reduce dishwasher costs, do not use …
By keeping your oven door closed, you ensure consistent cooking times and save energy. Opening the oven door to check the …
You wouldn't think that a stereo or printer would be using electricity even when they are shut off, but they do. Here's why and …
Musty smells are casued by micro-organisms emit gasses in your home wherever it is dark and humid. Here's how to combat the …
Properly designed pool fencing is the most effective way to keep children safe. Pool fencing can be installed on all sides of a …
Building a deck is a great way to enjoy the outside in nice weather without the cost of a new addition.
Siding damage can be stopped easily with a few preventative measures which will save you from paying a lot for repairs.
An inexpensive air filter for your central air conditioner might be all that stands between you and a $1,500 repair bill for …
Duct cleaning is something your might consider doing every other year, or if the home has been through a very dusty experience …
Household dust is a problem that bothers allergies and can carry germs. Here is a tip to reduce dust circulating in your home.
Learn how to clean siding to bring back the shine to your vinyl siding without damaging it.
Decks are a great source of fun for the coming season. If your deck has nails that are slowly coming loose, check out this …
How to clean dull white film from outdoor flagstone with a mixture of pool acid and water.
Architectural and electrical plans, called drafts, lay the groundwork for major home renovations. Here's how to tell the …
To reduce heat loss from an attic ladder access opening try PINKCap® Attic Stair Insulator from Owens Corning. It is fully …
Adding insulation to your home is the single most important thing you can do in your home to cut down on energy costs and reduce …
Cleaning your refrigerator will make it run better, and keep you and your family healthier.
Learn garage insulation tips to help heat your home. Find out how insulating the garage and garage door can help heat your home …
Make your home a less welcoming place for mice, rats and other rodents in winter.
