With the temperature and humidity rising, there’s no doubt that we’ve entered the dog days of summer. Here are a few pieces of advice to help you cool down your home and save a little on your monthly utility bills. Don’t forget your flue An open flue is about the same as an open window,

Look around any room in your home. Is it starting to look boring and drab? Maybe even dated? Chances are, you don’t need to buy new furniture, new décor, or even new paint. You may just need to change things up a bit. Rearranging the furniture in your living room, for example, can change your

Upcycling is a new buzzword in do-it-yourself circles. Finding new and creative ways to reuse and recycle old, everyday objects to create something unique has become more than a hobby; it’s a movement and an industry unto itself. Some call it shabby-chic. Some call it vintage-modern, which is kind of an oxymoron. The people who

Whether you’re a serious do-it-yourselfer, need some information on how to complete a honey-do, or just want to save a little money on a home repair, check out some of these D.I.Y. sites for what you’ll need to get it done yourself. Ask The Builder (Link to http://www.askthebuilder.com) Their slogan is, “Do it Right, Not

If you’re planning to do some remodeling, it’s important to have a budget and stick to it, whether you’re doing a minor project or a major renovation. One of the first things you’ll need to do is to establish the budget by examining the value of the room in which you’ll be working. Multiplying your

One of the most annoying things you’ll have to deal with when doing projects around the house is a screw that just won’t come out. They’re either stripped or painted over and you can’t get a bite with a screwdriver. But before you destroy the thing trying to remove the screw, give these methods a

When you’re redecorating or when you move into a new home, the walls are a blank slate. This gives you the opportunity to hang everything wherever you want. If you’re hanging practically anything other than a picture, stock up on a couple of different sizes of drywall anchors. They’re inexpensive and do a good job

This time of year is when families schedule vacations. If you’re planning to spend a week or two away, you need to make sure that your home is ready for the time it will be vacant. Here are a few things you should do around your home before going on vacation. Leave keys with a

People across the country are beginning to put more emphasis on eating sustainable, local foods. Not only is it fresher, it’s better on the environment. One of the easiest ways to get started doing this yourself is to grow your own fresh herbs. The great thing about an herb garden is… practically everything! You don’t

For many homeowners, keeping their yards healthy, beautiful and free of pests and weeds is expensive and involves the use of chemicals. But it doesn’t have to be. You can make safe and effective sprays to rid your lawn of pests that are more environmentally friendly without hurting your household budget. Best of all, they’re