Painting the house and specifically the outside is a relatively easy way to freshen up the exterior of the home. Either the sun and elements over time has caused the existing paint to deteriorate and it needs a new coat of paint, or you just may want to change the look of the home by changing a color. When deciding on a color, you might want also to consider a second color as an accent for trim areas around the home. Read More
Maintenance Tip: Replace Central Air Conditioning Filters
Replacing central air conditioning filters frequently is an important part of keeping your home healthy. Depending on the type of filters you buy, these can catch dirt, dust, pollen, pet dander, and even smoke. Forgetting to replace these filters causes the air in the home to be unhealthy. Also, it can cause discolorations in carpets and walls. And it makes your units work harder than they need which makes them more susceptible to wear out quicker and leads to increased energy costs.
Home Project Tip: Closet Remodel
Getting a master bedroom closet organized is one of the most popular mini projects for many people. Storing various different sizes and lengths of clothes, shoes, and other personal accessories can be a challenge. The thought of having a closet remodeled based on your wardrobe and your specific organizational goal is a small dream for some people. If you are Read More
Home Maintenance Tip: Clean Refrigerator Cooling Coils and Grill
Clean refrigerator cooling coils and grill is important for the efficiency of your refrigerator. Your refrigerator typically has a grille at the top or bottom that sucks in air. You need to remove this grille to look for cooling coils and a fan that needs cleaning. This area of the refrigerator and its pieces typically collect dust and dirt. When these coils and fan are not cleaned, your refrigerator has to work harder to keep things cool. Which means parts of your refrigerator or your entire refrigerator may fail sooner than their expected life. Additionally, with a refrigerator that must work harder,your energy bills are likely to Read More
Project Tip: Washer Dryer Upgrade
For many people, a washer and dryer are the most used appliances in the house. As a result, these units can wear out over time. In addition, there have been a number of advances in efficiency and convenience with washers and dryers. Many people will take the advantage of a washer dryer upgrade project. Newer units Read More