Around Valentine’s Day, as you’re debating how best to make your loved one feel special, don’t forget the other love in your life, one you may be neglecting a bit too frequently—your house! Don’t let February pass without showing some love for the roof over your head. Here are ten… read more →
So, you’ve got it bad for “the one” — you know, the one that keeps you awake at night fantasizing about the day when you can be together. Wait a second. We aren’t talking about that one — we’re referring to a different kind of love affair: a “home crush.”… read more →
Even in these days of economic uncertainty, we’d all like some luxuries in our lives. Sure, a home addition or kitchen renovation would be nice, but there are plenty of low-cost changes you can make to upgrade your home without spending a small fortune. Adding in little touches here and… read more →
Securing your home against winter is always a prime consideration for homeowners, no matter where you live. Regardless of what direction the cost of heating oil, propane, and other fuels is heading, it makes good sense to ensure that you and your family stay comfortable the entire season while protecting… read more →
When it comes to convenience, dishwashers can’t be beat, but it’s all for naught if you’re not using it right. Use these tips to get the most out of your machine and say goodbye to stuck-on messes for good. 1. Overloading. If you try to pile in too many dishes,… read more →
Your home may be your castle, but you don’t have to pay a king’s ransom to keep it warm. Here are 6 things you should know about heating your house. Baby, its Cold Outside Sitting in your overcoat with the thermostat at 78 degrees? You could have a problem. If you… read more →
Starting Jan. 1, manufacturers will stop making 60- and 40-watt incandescent light bulbs to comply with new federal energy-efficiency laws. Yet one manufacturer claims only 40 percent of people it surveyed are aware of the changes. With new light-bulb rules taking effect Jan. 1, should you choose halogens, CFL-halogen hybrids or LEDs… read more →
Most home sellers are eager to garner the highest possible price when they put their home on the market. To maximize profits, your home must be in the best possible condition so that buyers compare it favorably to a model home. At the same time, you should minimize the amount… read more →
With the real estate market heating up, it appears that American homeowners are ready to start remodeling again. After years of decline, home-improvement spending increased 9% last year and will probably turn out to have surged by the double digits this year, according to studies. Planning to get in on… read more →
With memories of snow and cold fading, it’s time to remind home owners to take stock of important work to be done for themselves and potential buyers down the road. Keeping on track with seasonal maintenance will lower costs and raise value. Besides cleaning closets and planting flowers and cool-weather… read more →