maintenance and care How to Tackle Ice Dams on Your Roof Icicles on your roof may look quaint and charming, but unless your house is made out of gingerbread, they usually wind up doing a lot more harm than good. Typically,...
maintenance and care Non-Toxic Wood Floor Sealers and Finishes You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t appreciate the charm and warmth that a wooden floor adds to any home. Still, they require some upkeep if they’re going to...
maintenance and care Homeowner 101: How to Patch a Drywall Hole Patching a drywall hole is a skill that intimidates a lot of people—I know because I used to be one of them. But don’t worry, because patching a hole in...
maintenance and care How to Change the Oil Filter on Your Home Furnace When it comes to heating repairs, some jobs are definitely better left to the pros. Is your HVAC unit smoking? It’s probably best call in a contractor for that one....
maintenance and care Do You Need Window Flashing? In the intricate world of home construction and maintenance, the integrity of your windows stands paramount. But while we often focus on the type, style, or energy efficiency of a...
maintenance and care Sealing a Roof with a Roof Coating Whether you have just installed a new roof or are trying to extend the life of your existing one, roof coatings are a hot topic in the home improvement market...
maintenance and care How to Replace a Baseboard Heater Cover A quick DIY way to update your home’s decor is to replace the baseboard heater cover with a new, unblemished model — and it’s easy enough for most homeowners to...
maintenance and care How to Prevent Problems with Flat Roofs If you’re the owner of a home with a flat roof, you know that they can offer some pretty serious benefits in terms of aesthetics and energy efficiency. Plus, a...
