Category Archive for "Homeowner"
Autumn: the perfect time to whip that mudroom into shape
Folks who live in areas of the country with wild winter weather use a vocabulary that sounds like a foreign language to those who live in more mild climes. One of the words not in the Hawaiian’s or Floridian’s vocabulary…
4 signs that your HVAC system is in trouble
From handling summer’s heat to keeping us toasty when it’s chilly outside, our HVACs are one of the hardest working systems in our homes. As they chug through their lives with nary a problem, it’s frighteningly easy to become complacent…
5 Mistakes to avoid when hiring a plumber
From $45 to $200 per hour. That’s what you’ll pay, on average, to hire a plumber, according to HomeAdvisor.com’s True Cost Guide. But, that’s for small tasks, such as faucet, toilet or sink repair. Need a water heater installed? That…
September is National Preparedness Month: Are you ready?
Each September, since 2004, National Preparedness Month “reminds Americans to be prepared for disasters or emergencies in their homes, businesses, and communities,” according to Ready.gov. And, how is this working out for us? After 15 years, 75 percent of us…
What to do in the fall garden
With fall just around the corner, many new gardeners naturally assume that the gardening season is over. It doesn’t have to be; many vegetable crops do best when planted out in fall (fresh lettuce for your salads!). If you are…
4 tips to transform that spare room into a home gym
There are gym rats and then there are those of us who feel intimidated by them. Can you blame us? As we sweat and toil, we’re surrounded by effortless iron pumping, bench pressing and simulated bike riding, stair climbing and…
Asbestos: Does your home have it?
The word “asbestos” strikes terror into the ears of homeowners. It sounds like a big problem, and it often is. But, how do you know if it’s an issue in your home? What should you do about it? And can…
Time to get your home ready for fall and winter
September 23 is the first day of fall for 2019, which doesn’t give us a whole lot of time to get our homes ready. But, if you do just one or two fall home maintenance tasks each weekend, you’ll have…
5 garden bloggers you should get to know
One of the best parts of the internet is how easy it is to find advice on just about anything. It’s also one of the worst parts of the internet. It seems as if everyone considers themselves an expert, handing…
The bugs of summer and how to deal with them
Right about now, many of us are feeling as if summer is one big bug fest. If you’ve spent any time at all outdoors, you know what we’re talking about. From grilling to hiking to even walking the dog, summer…
