If you own a home with a basement, you may already have big plans for using it as additional space. Some people use it as an office, mother-in-law suite or even storage. Whatever the purpose you have in mind, keeping the space dry is important. To combat dampness in a basement, common home maintenance tips…
Completing a thorough fall home maintenance checklist can help ensure you are ready for the colder weather. Take the time to test your winter equipment and make any necessary repairs. Handle The Cold Season With Ease When you have reliable winter equipment, you can enjoy the beauty of cold weather without having to worry about…
Landscaping Gardening for Beginners Gardening is a great way to spend some time outdoors, add some value and aesthetic to your home, and even grow your own food. But, for those who’ve never tried gardening before, getting started can seem like an overwhelming task. If you’re ready to beautify your yard but aren’t sure where…
Does your ceiling have a small plastic barrier to separate the attic insulation from the drywall? Here’s how to find and fix a leak in this area. Step 1 Move aside the insulation. Look for any stains indicating water flow on the plastic barrier. Step 2 If you can’t spot any water stains on the…
A warm fire can be relaxing and cozy on a cold winter night. But if you live in warmer weather or are worried about the upkeep, you can upgrade your fireplace into a stylish storage area. Clean it out and seal everything up before you start, and pick a paint color that complements your room…
Electricians won’t get any bonus points for organization. Technically, the ability for the wiring to conduct electricity has nothing to do with how organized the cables are. Still, if you look at your wiring and see a haphazard mess, take caution. There could be a larger problem at play. Signs of disorganization indicate that an…
All roofs will experience wear and tear over time, but that does not necessarily mean you need to dish out money for installing a brand new roof. If the following situations apply to you, a simple repair will likely do the trick. 1. You Have a Couple of Missing Shingles Replacing a few missing or…
1. Change the locks. You really don’t know who else has keys to your home, so change the locks. That ensures you’re the only person who has access. Install new deadbolts yourself for as little as $10 per lock, or call a locksmith — if you supply the new locks, they typically charge about $20…
Putting an air conditioner in the attic seems to make perfect sense. There are no ugly window units. There is no bulky central A/C unit in the utility area. There is just cool dry air gently flowing down from ceiling vents. Unfortunately, that’s not all that’s flowing. In the process of conditioning your air, you’re…
One aspect of easy home maintenance is building a fire in the fireplace – a luxury today, where it was a necessity in the past. When you’re building your fire, make sure that the chimney flue is open to ensure airflow in your unit. Next, stack your logs on top of the metal holder, adding…