Maintenance & Tools

What To Do About A Sticking Door

What is a sticking door anyway? It's a door that gets stuck in its frame, making it difficult...

Survey Shows Why A Wet Basement Is Bad News And How To Avoid It

Whether you rent or own, the verdict comes out the same – living in a home with a wet...

What To Do About A Sagging Ceiling

Look up. Is your ceiling sagging? A sagging ceiling is on its way toward collapsing -- deal...

Newbie Guide To Gas Fireplace Maintenance

Okay, okay, it’s true – I have a very healthy dose of caution when it comes to...

Make Your Home The Perfect Winter Gathering Place

When the world is cold and frosty outdoors, it’s the perfect season to entertain. If...

Get Your Fireplace In Great Shape For The Holidays

A blazing fire and a fresh dusting of snow form the perfect backdrop to the winter holidays,...

A Too-Sunny Room: Why It’s A Problem, What You Can Do

I know, I know, first-world problems, right? But when you move into the home of your dreams,...

Kitchen Basics: Refurbish Or Remodel?

Kitchen remodeling can be one of the most exciting and dramatic ways to change your house for...