Articles related to "Seasonal Home Maintenance"

Here's a checklist to make sure your home is energy efficient

Unless you are exceptionally well organized and have the storage space, get rid of those holiday gifts that you will never use as soon as you can after the holidays.

As frigid air drops out of the arctic, homeowners scramble - sometimes belatedly - to protect their water systems from freezing. Here are a few helpful tips.

Making an effort to complete certain jobs every three months is a good way to stay on top of home maintenance. Here is a list of jobs to complete each season.

Which sites on the internet are best for finding tips for new and long-time homeowners?

Many homeowners consider gutter guards to help keep their gutters clean. This guide describes the performance limits as well as the process of installing gutter screens.

If the thought of washing windows makes you ill, join thousands of others who feel the same way. Window washing is one of the most disliked household tasks.

In our hard economic times, some people could use a financial lift. Energy saving controls and devices are available at most hardware stores, making life a bit easier.

Hiring someone to steam clean carpets may not be the most cost efficient way to take care of dirty rugs and carpets. Home steam cleaners have come a long way.

Most people dread the thought of window-washing. But it is a chore that must be done sooner or later.

Former Californians who have left the state, its dysfunctional government and its foul air for the Northeast need to start thinking about how to drive in winter.

Selecting a gift for a family member who has dementia requires research and planning. Work with the health care providers to choose the perfect gift for any occasion.

Apartment noise is a constant source of strain for many people. Try these smart strategies for handling noisy neighbors without making enemies.

Lawns are the welcome mat to a home. Maintaining healthy green grass is important to the conscientious homeowner.

Imagine being unembarrassed by an open fridge or pantry door? It's possible to organize your kitchen before the holidays if you start now.

Choose gifts for dementia and Alzheimer's patients that remind them of home. Framed pictures, custom photo albums and nice bedding add comfort to nursing home rooms.

How much will a new furnance cost? What is the difference between different models? A simple guide to replacing a furnace for a forced air heating system.

Frostbite occurs when the water in the skin and other soft tissues begins to freeze in cold temperatures. Frostbite can develop in minutes. Learn how to treat frostbite.

Rodent infestation is a big problem in the Fall and Winter when mice get cold. Mice control does not always require the use of poison in the home.

Spring is traditionally a time for clearing out the old and encouraging in the new. Take advantage of this powerful time of rebirth by setting goals for the coming year.

Spring cleaning will either get you excited about getting your house in order, or send you into a frenzy. Use these helpful tips to make cleaning a breeze.

Making your own laundry detergent not only saves money, but is less harmful to the environment when using natural ingredients.

Mice come inside to get warm in the Fall and Winter. Homeowners must protect themselves from mouse infestation and mouse contamination.

Clean your home with natural products to reduce air pollution in the home.

There is no better time than spring to get a fresh start on life by ridding the house of dust, pollen, mold, and other tiny hidden particles.

A recent study identified the most germ-laden areas in the home, but by following tips from the professionals, homeowners can make their environments virtually germfree.

Sealing air leaks with caulking and weather strip, or providing additional glazing through heat-shrink film or storm windows, may be enough to improve window performance.

If you live in a cold climate, there's a chance your home's pipes could freeze. And frozen pipes may burst, causing serious water damage to the home.

Unemployment mortgage protection insurance covers home buyers in the event of involuntary job loss. The catch is that coverage is limited and not everyone qualifies.