insert_link Home Improvement November Home Maintenance To-Do: Fix that Squeaky, Sticky Door Already! The holidays are around the corner. You've got a lot of family coming, and going, and coming, and using that front door constantly. Is it squeaky? Sticky? Have you been struggling getting your key to turn in the lock? Fix it already! Lubricating Door Locks. When you’re busy and on the go during the holidays, sticky door locks can really slow you down. Fortunately, the solution is quick and easy. […] todayNovember 11, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement November Home Maintenance Tasks that will make your Holidays Brighter With Thanksgiving approaching and the winter holidays around the corner, there are things to look forward to (and prepare for) this time of year — even with the adjustments we are having to make because of the pandemic. Batten down the hatches for winter weather and get a jump on holiday prep, so you can relax and savor the simple pleasures of the season, like family dinners and walks in […] todayNovember 3, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement You can Tackle these 5 November Home Maintenance To-Do’s over a Weekend With Thanksgiving approaching and the winter holidays around the corner, there are things to look forward to (and prepare for) this time of year — even with the adjustments you may be making because of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Here's the good news: these five home maintenance to-do's can be easily accomplished over a single weekend... or less. Get a jump on holiday prep. If you plan to have a special […] todayNovember 2, 2021
insert_link Home Improvement November is the Perfect Month to Check Your Smoke and CO Detectors With cold weather arriving, holidays fast approaching, and furnaces and fireplaces cranking up, this month is the perfect time to test your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to make sure they’re functioning properly. Press and hold the “test” button on the smoke or CO detector to make sure the alarm goes off. Replace the batteries if the alarm doesn’t work, or if the batteries are more than a year […] todayNovember 27, 2019
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
insert_link Home Improvement November Maintenance Checklist: Fix Door Locks and Hinges With cold weather and the holidays fast approaching, this month’s to-do list focuses on some of the less obvious, but very important, indoor cleaning and repair tasks to get your home in tip-top shape for holiday guests. There are a lot of home to-do list items that cover the bases without breaking your back or budget. Most of these chores are quick and easy; and, best of all, they take […] todayNovember 26, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Prep for Thanksgiving Guests by Cleaning Your Garbage Disposal With cold weather and the holidays fast approaching, it's time to focus on some of the less obvious, but very important, indoor cleaning and repair tasks to get your home in tip-top shape for holiday guests. One of the quickest and easiest things you can do to prepare your home for the onslaught of holiday guests and the extra wear and tear your plumbing will take over the Thanksgiving holiday […] todayNovember 25, 2019