Home Maintenance Chores to Tackle in November
[ad_1] With cold weather and the holidays fast approaching, this month’s to-do list focuses on some of the less obvious, but very important, indoor cleaning and repair tasks to get your home in tip-top shape for holiday guests. From cleaning your garbage disposal and faucet aerators to fixing squeaky door hinges and sticky locks, our […]
How to Choose Antiques for Your Home
[ad_1] No matter how small a room is, antique furniture can instantly elevate its appearance. (DepositPhotos) There are lots of ways to transform your home using antiques. But before you begin shopping, it helps to know how to seamlessly add the right pieces to your home. Here are some tips to do just that! A […]
Tips to Stage a Home for Sale and Attract Buyers
[ad_1] Want to sell your home? Consider potential buyers’ preferences, update appliances and keep colors neutral. Staging a home is more complex than you might think. Homeowners are often told to tidy up when they’re staging their home, and most think that decluttering their rooms will be enough to wow a prospective buyer. Unfortunately, buyers […]
More People Are Renting Equipment to Improve Their Homes
[ad_1] Whether you can’t afford to buy the equipment or just lack space for it, there are many reasons why renting tools is convenient. (October 23, 2019) MOLINE, IL. — Nearly half of do-it-yourself homeowners expect to rely more on rental tools in the next year, according to a survey released by the American Rental […]
How to Get Rid of Spiders in Your House for Good
[ad_1] Following just a few tips will keep spiders out of your home for good. (DepositPhotos) As winter approaches, spiders and other arthropods will seek ways to enter your nice warm home. Fortunately, there are ways to keep spiders and other multi-legged intruders outside, where they belong. Consider the following suggestions. Spiders can easily crawl […]
How to Protect Your Home from 4 Unexpected Disasters
[ad_1] Most homeowners know to prepare their homes for severe weather, like hurricanes and tornadoes. But it’s just as important to prepare for unexpected disasters. A major storm can do a lot of damage to a home in the blink of an eye, and your homeowners insurance may not cover all the repairs. That’s why […]
4 Tips to Declutter and Stylishly Organize Things
[ad_1] Ready to declutter? Get items off the floor and stylishly stored with these tips. (DepositPhotos) While you’re looking inside your home, you might notice there are books that have nowhere to go or clothes that seem to linger on the floor. If there are multiple people living in your home, it can be difficult […]
5 Pro Tips to Boost Your Home’s Resale Value
[ad_1] Focusing on the right areas can increase your home’s value and help you sell fast once it’s listed on the market. (DepositPhotos) Thinking of selling your home? Your best bet is to carefully devise a plan for a successful home sale. While everyone’s idea of success is different, most sellers would agree that they’d […]
DORIAN: Hurricane Supplies Checklist | Today’s Homeowner
[ad_1] (DepositPhotos) As Hurricane Dorian heads toward Central Florida, the first step in preparing for this natural disaster is to gather supplies. You never know if a bank will be open during a storm, so you’ll need plenty of cash and, of course, food and bottled water are musts. It’s important to stay connected to […]
How to Hammer a Nail Without Hurting Yourself
[ad_1] Sometimes, hammering a nail into a wall can be hazardous, especially if it’s a small nail. Here’s the Simple Solution to prevent injury. (DepositPhotos) When nailing in a tight spot, such as a corner near a wall, it can be hard to hold the nail in place in order to drive it. Here are […]