Are you looking for practical and useful ways to update your home? One of the most helpful DIY home improvement ideas out there is to upgrade by using smart devices and technology. These days, practically every room in the house can utilize technology to save energy, improve safety and add some much-needed convenience to your…
One popular myth about saving energy is that all you have to do is adjust your thermostat and use your HVAC system less. While it’s true that running your heat and AC requires a lot of power, it’s only responsible for about 48 percent of your energy bills each month. Using a programmable thermostat can…
Replacing your cabinets can be a costly venture. Fortunately, these DIY home improvement ideas can help you give your kitchen and bathroom a fresh, updated look with minimal effort and cost. If you’re happy with the color of your cabinets, give them a good cleaning and replace the hardware with something more current. You’ll be…
It’s easy for little things to slip your mind when you’re having fun with your family. Maybe you scheduled a family outing or a romantic date while your home is getting checked for radon. Then you remember that someone accidentally left a window open. Do you have to repeat the test? Getting Reliable Results Well…yes.…
When it comes to your monthly bills, one of the bills you have the most control over is your energy bill. Everyone has advice on how to save energy and money. If you want to save the most money, you have to be able to separate fact from fiction. New windows are one myth about…
If you share your home with a furry friend, there are plenty of DIY home improvement ideas that can help you create a stylish space to make your dog or cat feel happy and relaxed. First, choose a location where you know your pet will be comfortable. It’s a good idea to pick a spot…
Your outdoor deck is a valuable extension of your home’s available living space. Because your deck must hold up under everything from rain to snow to intense sunlight, it is essential to give it the attention it needs during your home maintenance in March. Start by cleaning your deck of any dirt it has collected.…
If you have a lot of electronic devices in your home, the tangle of cords could take away from the finished look of a room. Fortunately, these DIY home improvement ideas can help you disguise any cord for a clean and polished look you’re sure to love. For televisions and entertainment centers, a simple cord…