insert_link Home Improvement Home Improvement Tasks To Do in May – Cleaning and Refreshing Interiors April Showers have hopefully brought you May flowers in your yard, along with fantastic sunny spring weather. One of the best parts of spring is opening up those windows and letting your home fill with fresh air. Although many May home improvement projects focus on your neglected winter yard, you'll want to make sure your inside space is nice and tidy. Here are a few home maintenance projects you'll want […] todayMay 2, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Home Improvement Tasks To Do in May – Safety and Security You've been holed up all winter, feeling a little like a bear in hibernation. Time to emerge, stretch, and explore the outdoors. But before you do, make sure your home is safe and secure before you roam. Check safety devices. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, smoke alarms should be tested at least once a month and replaced every ten years, even if they still appear to be in […] todayMay 1, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Home Improvement Tasks To Do in May – BBQ and Entertaining With Mother’s Day and Memorial Day coming up this month, there is plenty of incentive to get those outdoor spaces ready for entertaining. From scheduling house painting to organizing your outdoor cooking tools, tick these 13 items off your to-do list so you can get to the good stuff: hanging out around the grill, kicking back on the porch and savoring the season. Let the countdown to summer begin! […] todayApril 30, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Tasks To Do In May – Yard and Garden At this point, your spring cleaning indoors should be winding down, thanks to all the maintenance you did in April, right? Now, you can focus on some of your outdoor projects and tasks you can do to enjoy your yard all season long. Of course, there are still a few things indoors to be done! Here are a few tasks you can add to your May home maintenance checklist, […] todayApril 29, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Indoor Home Spring Cleaning Tips Spring has already sprung, and you still haven't started your cleaning, right? Well, here are a few helpful insider tips to make your to-do's smidge easier, thanks to Home Improvement expert Danny Lipford. Clothes Dryer. Remove and clean the dryer lint filter every time you dry a load of clothes. It’s also important to clean the vent pipe regularly to prevent dryer fires and to allow the dryer to […] todayApril 26, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Outdoor Home Spring Cleaning Tips Spring has already sprung, and you still haven't started your cleaning, right? Well, here are a few helpful insider tips to make your to-do's smidge easier, thanks to Home Improvement expert Danny Lipford. Roof. Use a leaf blower and broom to remove leaves and other debris from valleys and behind chimneys. Start at the top and blow and sweep downward. Be sure to wear rubber soled shoes and stay off […] todayApril 25, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Spring Cleaning To-Do: Clean Out Your Garage! Now that the weather’s finally warm enough to open your doors, it's time to give your garage a good spring cleaning and organization makeover! Garage Cleaning and Organizing Tips: Clean Out: Start by thoroughly cleaning the garage. Get control of the clutter by sorting everything into: things to keep, things to give away or sell, and things to recycle or throw away. Large plastic bins are helpful for sorting the […] todayApril 23, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Spring Cleaning To-Do: Prune Shrubs and Trees When putting together your Spring Cleaning list, don't forget the outside portion of your house. To reduce the possibility of damage to your home’s exterior, you need to prune nearby shrubs and trees. Overgrown shrubs can rub and damage your siding, windows, and roof; while vegetation near or against your home leads to moisture damage and rot. In addition, rodents and insects can use overhanging branches as a highway right […] todayApril 22, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Spring Cleaning To-Do: Check Your Attic Vents Spring is the perfect time to inspect your attic vents to make sure they’re unobstructed, the screens are in good condition, and motors on power vents work properly before it becomes too hot to venture up there. When vents become clogged or fans stop working, summer heat and humidity become trapped in your attic. This can cause your air conditioner to work harder, damage your roof shingles by overheating, and […] todayApril 20, 2019