Water Damage Repair: Tips to Restore Your Home
In Home Maintenance TipsRecognize the first signs because fixing water damage early can prevent extreme trouble, like mold, and smooth the repair process.
Home Maintenance Tips
Regular home maintenance helps protect your investment, prevent costly repairs, and keep your home running efficiently. Whether you're tackling seasonal upkeep, essential repairs, or DIY improvements, these expert-backed tips will help you stay on top of routine tasks and unexpected issues. Explore practical guides on everything from HVAC care to plumbing fixes, so your home stays safe, comfortable, and in top shape year-round.
Keep Your Home Running Smoothly
Our home tips are designed to help you save time, money, and effort.
Keep Your Home Fresh & Energy-Efficient
In Home Maintenance TipsHeating and cooling problems can cause discomfort and sky-high utility bills on top of inconvenience. Keep your home’s HVAC in tip-top shape.
7 Closet Organization Ideas
In Bedroom & ClosetLearn how to make the most of tight spaces in a few simple and budget friendly steps.
Organize Your Home in a Month in Less Than an Hour a Day
In Storage Ideas & HacksA super-easy plan for getting organized without adding to your home-is-school, home-is-work, home-is-everything time burden.
Uncovering the Hidden Dirt: Cleaning Tips for Bathrooms and Kitchens
In Cleaning & DeclutteringGet expert advice about cleaning the most overlooked spots in your kitchen and bathroom.
Clean Your Light Fixtures and Bulbs for a Brighter Home
In Save on UtilitiesTry cleaning your light fixtures. Amazing how much brighter things look.
36 Home-Maintenance Headaches That Are Easy to Avoid
17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House
In Home Maintenance TipsKeep the vintage wallpaper, but upgrade that time- and money-draining retro thermostat to programmable.
Spot the 9 Problems With This House (Advice for New Homeowners)
In Home Maintenance TipsTelltale signs you’re flubbing homeowner maintenance, like parking on grass.
You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money
In Home Maintenance TipsSave your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage.
What You Need to Know About French Drains
French Drain Systems: When You Need Them
In Home Maintenance TipsIf you have a soggy yard or a wet basement, then a French drain may be your cure. Here’s how they work, when to use them, and the different types and costs.
What Does a French Drain Cost?
In Home Maintenance TipsInstalling a simple French drain may fix your waterlogging woes. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing before you go all-in on the project.
Cleaning a French Drain: Your Handy Guide
In Home Maintenance TipsWith a little elbow grease, your French drain can be as fresh as a daisy.
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Essential Guide to Preparing Your Home for Natural Disasters
Experts weigh in on why and how you should prepare for natural disasters, no matter where you live.
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Tornado Proof Your Home — and Protect It from Wind and Storms
Safeguard your family and your home so you’re ready when severe weather strikes.
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Water Damage Repair: Tips to Restore Your Home
Recognize the first signs because fixing water damage early can prevent extreme trouble, like mold, and smooth the repair process.
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How to Make a DIY Air Filter: The Corsi-Rosenthal Box Plan
Find out how to make an air filter box that’s proving to be effective at cleaning air inside a home.
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Home Weatherization and Weatherproofing Guide: Protect Your Home From Storms and Extreme Weather
Find practical ideas to better protect your home against whatever nature throws your way.
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How to Prepare for a Hurricane
20+ things you can do to make sure your home and yard are ready.
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5 Signs It’s Time to Consider Siding Replacement
Replacing your home’s siding is more than a surface makeover; new siding protects the frame, structure, and insulation.
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Painting Vinyl Siding: The Pros and Cons
A fresh coat of paint can give your home’s exterior a much-needed makeover. Here’s what you need to know before pulling out the paint brushes.
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How Much Does Professional Mold Remediation and Removal Cost?
Learn what to expect when you need expert help with mold and anticipating mold remediation costs.
