Winter is a tempting time to try and put aside things like home maintenance and make it through the cold. This has a few drawbacks, unfortunately. Maintaining your home during the frigid chill of winter might be a little more difficult, but some things still need to get done. A burst pipe or roof leak isn’t going to wait until spring to need fixing. To keep you on top of things, here are a few tips for regular winter home maintenance.
Read MoreHow to Speed Clean Your Fridge
Let’s face it…with the exception of a few die-hard neatniks or germaphobes, cleaning out the refrigerator is probably pretty low on your list of priorities.
Fortunately, you don’t have to set aside an entire afternoon to clean your refrigerator…here’s how to do it, step by step in less than an hour.
And if you follow the tips at the end of this article, you may knock even more time off this process.
Read MoreHow To Best Care for Furniture
Furniture features both functionality and beauty. Simply using furniture leaves damage and causes it to lose its beauty over time. Fortunately, with just a bit of care, it is possible to keep your furniture looking lovely for a long time. Here is how to best care for furniture.
Read MoreEarly Warning Signs of Plumbing Problems
Regular maintenance on your house is one of the most important responsibilities you have as a homeowner. Of all the problems that could pop up unexpectedly, some of the worst are plumbing problems. There’s nothing like a burst pipe or freezing cold water to throw off your entire day. Luckily, you can solve these issues as long as you catch them before they become huge problems. Keep an eye out for these early warning signs of plumbing problems, and your home will keep running smoothly.
Read MoreHow to DIY an Energy Audit for Your Home
Energy costs can often take up the biggest share of household budgets for most individuals, especially in the colder months of the year.
Fortunately, an energy audit can help to reduce this budget buster by revealing leaks and other energy consumption vampires that are driving up your energy costs.
While you can hire a professional to do this for you – from about $250 to $650 or more, depending on where you live – you can save money by doing it yourself.
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