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Install a Window Box Planter for Instant Curbside Appeal
Affordable window updates are few and far between, but a hanging planter installed outside the kitchen or under a set of living room windows is a cheap way to add natural beauty to your home without emptying your checking account or planning out a major remodeling project. Window boxes are so simple, in fact, they…
Kitchen
Homeowner 101: How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen
For most of us, jobs don’t quit at five. Meanwhile, the second shift is just beginning—making dinner for the family, helping with homework, walking the dog, and whisking everyone off to bed. So it’s no wonder we get caught in cursory cleaning routines that just barely pass muster. Just getting the dishes done regularly feels…
Roofing
The Importance of Attic Ventilation
When you need a new roof, there are plenty of things to consider—choosing the perfect color, selecting a material and style that works best for your home and personal taste, and even sticking to a particular budget. And while all of these decisions matter, there’s an even more important one to consider. What lies under…
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Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home: Cooling
Climate control is the largest energy expense of a typical U.S. home. It’s easy to cut back a little on water use or turn off the lights when you leave, but it’s harder to make compromises when the comfort of your family and guests is at stake. Thankfully, there are small and moderate energy-saving changes…
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Dress Up Your Deck With A DIY Gas Fire Pit
Gas fire pits marry the cozy warmth of a backyard fire with ease and convenience. Instead of spending your time chopping wood, obtaining a fire permit, and struggling to light a fire the old-fashioned way, you can set up your own gas fire pit for backyard campouts at the touch of a button. And while…
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How to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Your Sunroom
How to Make Your Sunroom Energy Efficient Thinking of building a sunroom but concerned about skyrocketing energy bills? Or perhaps you already have a sunroom but struggle to use it year-round due to temperature issues? Whether you’re retrofitting an existing space or constructing a new one, there are several ways to make your sunroom energy-efficient…
Siding
Vinyl siding elicits strong opinions from homeowners. Supporters praise its energy efficiency and easy maintenance. Cleaning it with a hose is simple, and it usually doesn’t need repainting. But what if you want to paint your siding? Maybe new siding is too expensive, or you’re not happy with the limited colors available. Can you repaint…
Plumbing
Tips to Save Energy at Home: Water Heating
1. Install Low-Flow Faucets and Showerheads Low-flow faucets and showerheads reduce water use while maintaining strong water pressure, so comfort stays the same. Look for fixtures with the WaterSense label, which certifies efficiency without performance loss. Also check the gallons per minute (gpm) rating — lower numbers mean less hot water used and less energy…