insert_link Home Improvement September Home Maintenance To-Do: Clean and Repair your Siding "After a long summer, siding can become dirty or mildewed," says Chris Granger, vice president and general manager of Sears Home Services. September is a great time to use a pressure washer to clean it up—and inspect for more serious problems before winter comes. Check first for rotten or warped areas, and inspect your caulking, which can shrink and crack over time. If you're a DIY'er: You don't necessarily have to […] todaySeptember 8, 2020
insert_link Home Improvement Fall is a great time to Repair Leaky Faucets and Seal Drafty Windows September is a great month to start prepping for the chilly winter ahead, including making sure your faucets and windows are sealed tight. Faucets "Before the temperatures start to dip, examine leaky faucets in the kitchen, bathrooms, and utility room locations," says Ryan Williams, general manager of 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric. "Most likely, whatever time and money you spend now will be considerably less than a broken pipe in […] todaySeptember 7, 2020
insert_link Home Improvement Keeping Your Fridge Frosty should be a Home Maintenance Priority this month Ah, June. the days are long, and the weather's getting toasty. But before you slather yourself with SPF 75 and reach for a margarita, do yourself a favor and tackle a few maintenance projects. A little pain now means a big gain later—you'll ensure your home runs smoothly through the dog days of summer. It should go without saying that your fridge and freezer are most vulnerable in the summer heat. To keep […] todayJune 10, 2020
insert_link Home Improvement Summer is a great time to Tackle Mold June kicks off a stretch of the hottest months of the year, especially in Southern states where heavy rain is also the norm. All that heat and moisture provide the perfect climate for mold to flourish, says Phil Kuczak, air-conditioning service and installation manager at Best Home Services in Naples, Florida. Here are some ways you can stop mold before it starts. There's an easy trick you can use to […] todayJune 8, 2020
insert_link Home Improvement Here’s a Home Maintenance Task you should tackle in June: Prime Your Pool Ah, June. the days are long, and the weather's getting toasty. But before you slather yourself with SPF 75 and reach for a margarita, do yourself a favor and tackle a few maintenance projects. A little pain now means a big gain later—you'll ensure your home runs smoothly through the dog days of summer. But don't worry; the folks at realtor.com want to make it as easy on you as possible. Here's one […] todayJune 2, 2020
insert_link Home Improvement Home Advisor’s Home Upgrades You’ll Want to Gobble Up this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is the perfect time to start thinking about your next home upgrade – whether you’re prepping the house for company, making it easier to cook a large meal, or performing routine maintenance ahead of the winter weather. Check out these 11 projects to help make this Thanksgiving your best yet. 1) Upgrade your insulation Before the weather cools down completely, think about sealing the gaps around your doors and […] todayNovember 27, 2019
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