February 7, 2012
- Home Repairs: Knowing When To Do It Yourself
In these tough times, "Do-It-Yourself" is a tempting way to go for many homeowners looking to save a few dollars on anything from dripping faucet to running toilets.
The savings can add up in a hurry when you don't have to call a repairman, especially for things like painting, plumbing and appliance repair.
There are some home [...]
January 31, 2012
- 5 Energy Efficient Renovations Homeowners Should Consider
Homeowners need to be proactive in making energy-efficient home renovations. Here is a list of easy check-ups every homeowner can do to optimize the energy efficiency of their home:
Windows and DoorsHoles in windows and doors allow conditioned air to leak from your home and allow outdoor air to infiltrate, which can tax your heating and [...]
January 19, 2012
- Use Simple Pipe Insulation for a Door Draft Guard
Here's a cheap and quick way to save money and energy.
Stopping drafts is an easy way to reduce your heating bill in winter. If you own your home you'll probably want to add weatherstripping as a permanent solution, but if you're renting or low on funds you can re-purpose a 6ft length of pipe [...]
January 12, 2012
- Home Improvements That Never Go Out of Style
If you're looking to remodel or upgrade your house these days, creating lasting value is sure to be a top concern. You'll want to add features that won't be outdated just a few years from now — reducing your home's marketability and making your house look like it just crawled out of a time machine. [...]
January 10, 2012
- 5 Tips For A Cheaper Winter
When it comes to bang-for-your buck home improvement projects, there are few that top making your home more energy efficient.
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December 13, 2011
- Remodeling Mistakes Homeowners Make
Because fewer and fewer people are deciding to take the plunge into the troubled waters of buying or selling a home, remodeling projects are on the rise. Instead, home owners are refinancing and investing more into their existing homes to make them more comfortable, to modernize them or perhaps to make it easier to sell [...]
November 22, 2011
- Remodeling or Building New? Make Sure You Don't Overpay
Here are some basic things you must have to get your home remodeling or new home building project ready for competitive bidding so you can be sure you're getting the best price possible.
1) Complete, detailed plans
Your local building department doesn't require much to issue a building permit. All they want to know is whether the [...]
November 6, 2011
- Winterize Your Home - Save on Heating Costs
With temperatures falling and meteorologists predicting a colder than normal winter, the easiest and most cost efficient way to keep your home's heat inside, while keeping your heating bill respectable, is to add fresh insulation to your attic, ceilings, basement, and walls. Mark Wolf (of the National Energy Assistance Directors' Association) states that these do-it-yourself [...]
October 7, 2011
- Home Maintenance: Air Leaks Around Windows and Doors
An average home loses up to 30% of its heating and cooling energy through air leaks. The most significant air leaks tend to occur around windows and doors. To stop air leaks and prevent your home heating and cooling dollars from vanishing in the wind, it's important to seal any air leaks around windows and [...]
August 31, 2011
- Resurfacing Concrete Steps
There's a saying that goes, "Concrete comes with a guarantee. If you have concrete, it's guaranteed to crack." Home improvement expert Danny Lipford covers how to repair and resurface old concrete steps so they look as good as new.
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August 29, 2011
- 10 Things You Can Do To Increase the Value of Your House
There are many things a home owner can do to increase the value of their home. This can be done on the interior or the exterior of the home, from do-it-yourself for the smaller projects to hiring a contractor for the larger jobs. You can give your home a face lift a little at a [...]
August 22, 2011
- Keeping Your House Clean With Pets
With a little effort you should be able to keep your house clean, even if you have a small zoo living within your walls. Here are some simple things that you can do that will help you keep your house clean no matter how many pets you have.
Vacuum (a lot) – Vacuuming is better than [...]
August 17, 2011
- 5 Renovations That Are Cheaper in the Summer
Depending on where you live and the local climate, the summer months can be an ideal time to do home renovations, especially if outdoor work is involved.
Here are ideas for projects that can be completed more efficiently in the summer and may save you time and money along the way:
Driveway paving
If you have an [...]
August 2, 2011
- Heat Wave: 5 Ways to Keep Your House Cool
With summer heat baking just about every region in the country, consider these tips for helping you and your house stay cool.
Plant Trees Around Your House
Obviously this is not going to provide you a lot of relief from the heat this year, but in future years, it's still going to be hot during the summertime. [...]
July 30, 2011
- Furniture Needs Protection From Summer Heat Too
During the dog days of summer, human beings are not alone in needing prevention from the intense heat. Your furniture needs some basic maintenance too, otherwise, you may find deformed or damaged furniture after the hot summer is over.
During these hot days, furniture is also experiencing the test of high temperatures. Experts point out that [...]
July 16, 2011
- Advantages of Using Mulch
Home improvement expert Danny Lipford gives you some tips to help you decide what kind of mulch to use and how exactly to use it.
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July 9, 2011
- How to Create Shade in the Yard
Installing a shade arbor, extending the roofline of your house, or installing a misting system can keep your outdoor areas cool and shady during these hot days of summer. Home improvement expert Danny Lipford explains…
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June 30, 2011
- How to Repel Mosquitoes
Home improvement expert Danny Lipford shows you how using an area mosquito repellent can help rid your yard or garden of those pesky biting insects.
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June 24, 2011
- How to Water a Large Yard Without Spending a Fortune
Home improvement expert Danny Lipford shows you how to use an inexpensive sprinkler housing to make watering your large yard a little easier.
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June 13, 2011
- Outdoor Chores to Tackle Now
Summer chores you should tackle now, and where to find free supplies!
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