Protecting Your Home From Critters

Mice may be cute as pets or storybook characters, and that’s where they should stay. An important home maintenance task to add to your winter list is checking to make sure no furry creatures have sought refuge in your home or vehicle. Here are some signs to watch for so that you can keep your…

Add Comfort and Value With These 5 Home Improvements

Value and comfort should be a priority in your home! If you’re like most homeowners, you always have ways that you could increase both of these areas. Consider these five electrical improvements for a more comfortable, cost-effective environment. Jump With Smart Technology If you haven’t made the jump into smart technology yet, you may want…

How To Clean Your Laminate Floors

Laminate floors are one of the easiest floors to maintain. With a little understanding of how to keep your floors appearance shiny and clean, you never have to worry again. You already know how to sweep or vacuum your floors, but not all flooring is created equal when it comes to mopping. When you want…

Protect Your Home by Maintaining the Fire Extinguishers

You probably don’t want to think of the consequences of a fire starting in your home. Fortunately, a fire extinguisher can keep a small fire from getting out of hand. This device will also save you from facing costly repairs. Test It Out Some home maintenance tips can your home running well. Others can spare…

Prevent Safety Hazards: Secure Your Furniture

Like most homeowners, safety is your first priority. Luckily, you don’t need to sweat it too much. In fact, there is some easy home maintenance advice to create a safer environment for you and your family. You can start by securing your furniture to the wall. Here is how to do it. How to Strap…

Is Testing for Radon Expensive?

If you’re like many parents, you love to see your kids smile. Keeping them healthy is one of your main priorities. You probably already know how important it is to check for radon in the home. However, you may wonder if you can afford professional testing. Are radon tests expensive? How Much Does Radon Testing…

Potato Hack for Broken Bulbs

We’ve all experienced that heartbreaking moment when the lightbulb stem gets stuck inside of the light fixture. No need to panic! if you have a potato in your pantry, then your light fixture is saved, and you can utilize an easy home maintenance hack. Cut the potato in half and press it gently into the…

New Filters Mean Cleaner Breathing

Seasonal allergies do not have to enter your home any time of year when you regularly replace your air filters. This easy home maintenance task allows the air conditioner to blow clean air throughout the home, ridding the air of unwanted allergens, such as mold, pollen and dust. Replace the filters more often when the…

Learn To Operate Your Thermostat

Setting your heater to kick on only when the temperature falls below a certain threshold can be a lifesaver, especially in the cold winter days ahead. If you’re unsure how to operate your thermostat, consult the manual or, if you’re a visual learner, consult YouTube to find a video tutorial. Even if the weather outside…