Maintenance & Tools

Home Inspections: Myths And Facts

‘Tis the season for home sales and with it comes the demand for home inspections –...

Tips For Power Washing

If you are starting to spend more time outside or preparing to sell your home as the weather...

For Energy Efficiency, Replace Your Windows Last

When most people think about energy efficiency, once they stop talking about solar panels,...

What's Wrong With Batt Insulation?

Fiberglass batts are the commonest insulation materials used in home building, yet the vast...

Five Ways Your House Can Ruin A Date

So you think you’re ready to invite a potential romantic interest over to your home,...

How To Fix A Doorknob That's Come Loose

Reaching to open a door and having the knob actually come off in your hand is like a scene...

How To Use A Jackhammer Without Dying

Concrete is some tough stuff. You start with a bag of gray-looking sandy gravel mix, add...

Snow Removal Etiquette

Granted, snow removal usually isn't something to write The Ethicist about, but like any outdoor...