Home Tasks & Seasonal Upkeep

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How to Clean Your Air Conditioner at Home

Built up gunk can increase costs.

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Bring These Things Indoors during Winter

Don't let the elements ruin your comfy gear.

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How to Make Repairs Easier throughout the Year

Plan ahead to make the best use of your time.

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Rats in Your Roof? Rodent-Proof Your Attic for Winter

Don't get surprised by uninvited guests.

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How to Glue Corian

Follow these steps to glue Corian using epoxy glue.

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Winterizing a Vacation Home

To save on repairs in the spring, follow this guide to prepare your vacation home for winter.

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Preparing for Winter One Weekend at a Time

Don't get overwhelmed with winter prep. It's easy to tackle.

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8 Skills Every DIYer Should Know

Brush up on your must-know DIY skills so that you can handle any project that comes your way.

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7 Home Resolutions You Can Actually Keep

Resolutions are easy to accomplish with lasting results.

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Classic DIY Hacks That Still Work

Some of these tips have been around for generations.

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Quick Fixes for Top 7 Home Problems

Knowing how to fix things will save you time and money.

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How to Glue Metal to Metal

Soldering is best, but glue just might do the job.

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How to Glue a Glass Chip

Check out these pointers to repair a chipped glass.

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How to Glue Marble Together

Did you know you can glue marble?

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8 Tips to Secure Your Home for the Holidays

When you’re planning to be gone for an extended period, take steps to secure your home from thieves.

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Important Numbers Every Homeowner Should Know

A DIY list for making sure your house is in tip-top shape.

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Necessary Fall Repairs That Are Easier Than You Think

These 6 tasks will get your home ready for cold weather.

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7 Things Homeowners Forget to Do Every Spring

Don't forget these important tasks for a safe and happy home

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How to Install Carpet Over Concrete

Concrete may be durable, but it's not very inviting.

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The 10 Most Forgotten Fall Home Preparation Tasks

If you forget any of these tasks, you'll regret it!

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How to Glue Down Carpet Tiles

Carpet tiles make carpet installation easy for the homeowner.

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Seal Up the House for Winter

Read this article for advice on weather sealing your home.

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10 Weekend Home Maintenance Chores that Pack a Punch

Short on time but still have a house to maintain? Tackle these easy DIYs and call it good.

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The Ultimate Home Checklist

Keep your home healthy with this home maintenance checklist.

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Tackle Those Projects You've Been Procrastinating

Stop procrastinating home improvement projects and tackle those tasks lingering on your to-do list.

Top 5 Winterizing Must-Do's

Preparing to winterize your home? Make sure you know what steps take priority.

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How to Glue Cork

Cork is used in multiple home-decor DIYs and crafts, but do you know what glue is the best to use for your project?

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How to Glue Aluminum

Read this article for advice on gluing aluminum.

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13 Home Upgrades That Take 2 Hours or Less

Boost efficiency and aesthetics with these simple steps.

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Winterizing Your Older Home to Stay Warm While Saving Energy and Money

Winterize your home to be comfortable and cost-efficient.

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10 Winterizing Tasks You Absolutely Have to Do

Speed up your process with this high priority checklist.

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14 Home Winterizing Mistakes to Avoid

Don't make these classic blunders.

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Closing a Vacation Home for the Winter

Follow this advice to close your summer home for the cold season.

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9 DIY Resolutions

Improve your bottom line with greater efficiency this year.

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5 Design Ideas for Cable Stair Railings

Cable stair railings are becoming more and more popular.

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5 DIY Home Improvement Projects for the New Year

Build some momentum with these quick, appealing upgrades.

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6 Home Repairs to Tackle in Winter

From painting to a bathroom reno, keep busy until spring.

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How to Polish a Concrete Floor

Read this article for step by step instructions on how to make your concrete floor shine.

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Affordable Ways to Winterize Your Home

Stay safe, cozy, and on budget.