6 Chilling Facts About Icicles That All Homeowners Should Know
In Home Maintenance TipsThey look nice. But girlfriend, they don’t play nice. Especially with your house.
Home Maintenance Tips
Regular home maintenance helps protect your investment, prevent costly repairs, and keep your home running efficiently. Whether you're tackling seasonal upkeep, essential repairs, or DIY improvements, these expert-backed tips will help you stay on top of routine tasks and unexpected issues. Explore practical guides on everything from HVAC care to plumbing fixes, so your home stays safe, comfortable, and in top shape year-round.
Cures for the Worst of Winter
Winter sucks. Outsmart it with these tips.
How Much Snow Is Too Much Snow on Your Roof?
In Home Maintenance TipsCheck your doors. They’ll warn you first if you’ve got too much snow on your roof.
7 Quick-and-Easy Winter Weather Preparations to Do Right Now
In Home Maintenance TipsA tiny $2 prevention could save big bucks later.
10 Delightful Ways to Make Your House Brighter in Winter
In Remodeling Tips & AdviceLet more natural light shine indoors with these simple tips.
12 Simple Home Repair Jobs to Lift You Out of Winter’s Funk
In DIY RepairLike that annoying squeaky floor board. Easy as tossing a ball to fix!
9 Mood-Lifting Ideas for a Cozier Home This Winter
In Save on UtilitiesTry cleaning your light fixtures. Amazing how much brighter things look.
36 Home-Maintenance Headaches That Are Easy to Avoid
17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House
In Home Maintenance TipsKeep the vintage wallpaper, but upgrade that time- and money-draining retro thermostat to programmable.
Spot the 9 Problems With This House (Advice for New Homeowners)
In Home Maintenance TipsTelltale signs you’re flubbing homeowner maintenance, like parking on grass.
You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money
In Home Maintenance TipsSave your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage.
What You Need to Know About French Drains
French Drain Systems: When You Need Them
In Home Maintenance TipsIf you have a soggy yard or a wet basement, then a French drain may be your cure. Here’s how they work, when to use them, and the different types and costs.
What Does a French Drain Cost?
In Home Maintenance TipsInstalling a simple French drain may fix your waterlogging woes. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing before you go all-in on the project.
Cleaning a French Drain: Your Handy Guide
In Home Maintenance TipsWith a little elbow grease, your French drain can be as fresh as a daisy.
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Tornado Proof Your Home — and Protect It from Wind and Storms
Safeguard your family and your home so you’re ready when severe weather strikes.
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Water Damage Repair: Tips to Restore Your Home
Recognize the first signs because fixing water damage early can prevent extreme trouble, like mold, and smooth the repair process.
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How to Make a DIY Air Filter: The Corsi-Rosenthal Box Plan
Find out how to make an air filter box that’s proving to be effective at cleaning air inside a home.
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Home Weatherization and Weatherproofing Guide: Protect Your Home From Storms and Extreme Weather
Find practical ideas to better protect your home against whatever nature throws your way.
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How to Prepare for a Hurricane
20+ things you can do to make sure your home and yard are ready.
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5 Signs It’s Time to Consider Siding Replacement
Replacing your home’s siding is more than a surface makeover; new siding protects the frame, structure, and insulation.
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Painting Vinyl Siding: The Pros and Cons
A fresh coat of paint can give your home’s exterior a much-needed makeover. Here’s what you need to know before pulling out the paint brushes.
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How Much Does Professional Mold Remediation and Removal Cost?
Learn what to expect when you need expert help with mold and anticipating mold remediation costs.
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What You Need to Know About Radon Tests and Radon Levels in Homes
Any home can have high levels of radon, but you can lower them with testing and mitigation systems.
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HVAC Maintenance Checklist
Heating and cooling problems can cause discomfort and sky-high utility bills on top of inconvenience. Keep your home’s HVAC in tip-top shape.
