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Use less energy without sacrificing comfort. Stop fireplace heat loss Wood-burning fireplaces can warm up a room, but more often, they rob a house of heat by letting it escape up the chimney. If you have a modern fireplace with a cold air intake from outside, make sure you equip it with an airtight door…. Continue Reading →

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer, but if that ice forms in your plumbing, it’s a potential disaster. A frozen pipe can crack, spewing hundreds of gallons of water into your home. Fortunately, you can take steps to help prevent a… Continue Reading →

As the weather starts to cool down, you have the perfect opportunity to clean up summer messes and prepare your home for colder days. Use this time to get these fall maintenance and renovation projects done before it’s too late! Upgrade Your Old Furnace If your furnace is 10 to 15 years old and is… Continue Reading →

Nine things for you (or the handyman) to tackle before winter sets in. As winter nears, it’s time to prepare your home for cold weather. These steps, at least some of which most homeowners can do themselves, will lower your utility bills and protect your investment. 1. Tune up your heating system. For about $80… Continue Reading →

You’ll never know if you need these tips until you do. These hints are the ones we use every day – they’re difference between a fun time in the shop and a frustrating one. A 1-in. Belt Sander is a Versatile Sharpening Tool Most carpenters know that a belt sander can produce a reasonably acceptable… Continue Reading →

Summer is a season that can mean many different things. Families view the season as the time to take that long-awaited trip to somewhere fun and exotic. Summer is the season for going to the beach, lounging by the pool, and for general relaxing. However, summer can also mean work around the house and yard… Continue Reading →

The summer months have arrived. To make the most of your summer and ease the burden of home maintenance and repair, here are 10 tips to keeping your home in tip-top shape. Furnace and Air Conditioner Maintenance – With the change of the season, you should change your air filter and consider getting a tune-up… Continue Reading →

Each painter has slightly different methods and preferences, but the pros all know the trade secrets.

Simple solutions to household headaches that take 10 minutes or less – these house repairs are quick and easy. Cheater’s Chair Fix Trying to keep a rickety old chair together without going through the trouble of taking it apart and regluing it? Just drill pilot holes and drive trim-head screws through the bottom of the… Continue Reading →

Spring is coming. Are you prepared for the warmer months? These jobs are best done as temperatures get warmer, so make them part of your regular spring home maintenance routine. Clean Air Conditioner Condensers and Evaporators A little sweat equity now will help both your wallet and your comfort level later when summer’s heat sets… Continue Reading →