It's winter, we've had the house in Arizona for two years now so it was time to clean the dryer vent. What should have been an easy project has turned into a mess and I'm not happy about it. All I had planned to write about in this blog post was how to clean a dryer vent. Instead I feel like I'm …
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29 Ways to Stay Warm Indoors During the Winter
There are many things to love about winter but living in a cold house isn't one of them. Everyone has ideas to help you stay warm during the winter. For fun, I decided to gather these ideas into a list to show you more creative ways to stay comfortable this winter. Yes, there are a few of the usual …
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Save Money & Bubble Wrap Windows
When you realize there's a draft coming from your windows, you might think about new windows or storm windows if you have older, wooden windows. These are the traditional solutions to reducing unwanted air flow, to stop cold air from outside getting into your home. New windows are the right long …
Tile Tips for DIY
After decorating and painting, installing tile is a very popular homeowner do-it-yourself project. Tile by its very nature is small and easier to maneuver than many building materials like a 4x8 sheet of plywood or 2x8 boards of lumber when building a deck. The biggest challenge when installing tile …
Why & Where to Caulk Around Your Home
Caulking is a bit like magic, that you apply to your home to prevent costly home repairs. If water gets into your home’s infrastructure (roof, walls or floors), it can cause wood rot which is costly and time consuming to repair. The damp environment also encourages mold and mildew, which may …
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Learning How to Caulk
Like many people, my first experience with caulk was in my bathroom. I noticed that the caulk around the tub was getting grey and peeling away from the tile. Without thinking too much, I went out and bought a tube of caulk to "fix it". It didn't cross my mind that I should research how to caulk. I …
