Light bulbs in exterior fixtures and damp locations like bathrooms are notorious for sticking in the socket. Turning the dead bulb to replace it, you…
As autumn settles in, there’s no heat in your house, and it’s getting cold. The furnace worked fine in the spring. Why is it stubborn…
We all work hard at tightening up our homes to save energy and money. In fact, most energy improvements are good for the environment and…
Your plumbing system works fine everywhere in the house – except at the kitchen sink, where the volume and force of water is petering out.…
Electrical plugs and outlets are designed to keep you safe from electrical shock and to protect the device you’re using. Take advantage of this by…
Quick Tip #65 Water, water and water – the three most damaging elements to a home. Water at or below ground level leaks in, moves…
Quick Tip #64 On many cold, sunny days it would be great to air out your home without feeling a nasty cold draft from an…
Quick Tip #63 You know the old saying: two things in life are certain – death and taxes. Well, I can add a third certainty…
Quick Tip #62 Most of us do-it-yourselfers attempt paint projects because painting is easy and gives a big bang for the buck. A fresh coat…
Quick Tip #61 We like to check to see if things are on the level – or should we say “plumb”? Is a wall plumb…