If you are an avid reader, you own a few books. OK, make that a lot of books. Some of your books you would never part with, but others are currently gathering dust on bookshelves or piled on the floor. Since it looks like you will soon have to buy a new bookshelf or continue…
Does Your Home Need a Generator? What to Know Before You Buy
Almost everything in our civilization is electrically powered: lighting, entertainment, communication, security, heating/cooling, cooking, food refrigeration, finance, medical facilities, etc. Since we rely on electricity, we can’t live without it. But every year, millions of households and businesses are affected by power outages, from just a few seconds, requiring the resetting of digital clocks, to…
7 Ways to Make Your Cleaning Products Last Longer
Home organization and cleaning experts explain that there are many ways to make your cleaning products stretch further and last longer. The trick is adopting these strategies the next time you do a deep clean. 1. Focus on the Highest-Trafficked Areas When you’re worried about germs, it can be second nature to want to scrub…
Condo Remodel Requires Extra Due Diligence
Dear Monty: I found a condo near my office, but my agent quickly let me know that the outside of the complex has structural damage and that a special assessment would come. It is also in poor condition inside. There are signs of water penetration and mold everywhere. Nothing works; there is junk around and…
Should You Fix It or Nix It?
You’re worried that the washing machine is on its last spin cycle. It makes a horrible screeching sound and needs a lot of coaxing to make it all the way through a full cycle. It’s not like it’s still under warranty. You’ve had it for four years, and it wasn’t new when you got it….
Install a Pet Door
If your pet likes being outdoors some of the time, you know how much they appreciate having their own private door to go outside and come in at their whim. So, a pet door makes everyone happy. The only downside is a pet door may invite animals other than your own inside your home, which…
Gravity and Creativity Prolong Products’ Useful Life, and Other Reader Tips
If you were to take a peek inside my refrigerator, you’d have to stand on your head to read labels. Food seems to last longer when stored upside-down in a container with a tightly fitting lid. It’s something about the food sealing itself. All I know is it works. I can’t remember the last time…
Design Recipes: 10 Tips for Starting Fresh
By Cathy Hobbs From Tribune News Service At one point you may decide to take the plunge, clear the slate and start fresh, or perhaps you just want to refresh certain areas of your home. Regardless of your desire, certain rooms and key target areas may serve as a great place to start. The springboard…
Here’s How to Choose the Dishwasher and Fridge That Are Right for Your Kitchen
By Hunter Boyce From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kitchen appliances come in all shapes, sizes and price points. It can make the task of choosing the right ones for your space a major challenge. How many water jets are sufficient for a dishwasher? Are side-by-side fridges better than those with French doors? The experts have the…
How Can I Stay Warm Without Turning up the Thermostat?
By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi Staying warm in winter can be quite a trick sometimes, especially with energy prices causing your heating system to consume a larger monthly bill this time. Here are 10 things you can do to increase efficiency, stay warm and not work your HVAC as hard this winter….
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