Family Traditions, Clutter “Creep” and Family Handyman Training
Now that the Holidays are a pleasant memory, the household is almost back to “normal” and we ease our family back into the routine that supports our busy-ness. However, as we put away decorations, restock the pantry and incorporate those … Continue reading
Home Improvement Projects That Provide the Best Return On Investment
When you give some thought to doing home renovation and other “touch-up” projects, it’s beneficial to consider both your own immediate needs and desires and also the improvements that will give added appeal to your house when the time comes … Continue reading
September Home Maintenance Tips
By following these steps you’ll avoid expensive repairs later and keep your home safe & efficient. • Check Outdoor Paint for Peeling, Cracking & Proper Coverage – Peeling & cracking can allow moisture to get behind the paint and cause … Continue reading
A Guide to Outdoor Christmas Lights
There’s a trend these days towards using outdoor Christmas lights as decoration throughout the year in gardens, porches, patios and walkways. There’s a wealth of novelty lighting available these days that can be switched out to serve as entertainment lights … Continue reading
Troubleshooting Your Garage Door
Installing a garage door system can cost a lot of money, and so does replacing them. That’s why it can be a headache if your current unit is not working as smoothly as it was and you cannot point a … Continue reading
Keep Your Hard Floors Looking as Good as New
If you are one of the many American homeowners who recently have replaced the carpeting in your home with hard flooring, you’re probably already looking for ways to keep it as beautiful and fresh as it was the day it … Continue reading
Fall Home Maintenance Tips from Handyman Matters
Fall is just around the corner and the brisk air outside means goodbye summer! Before you sit back and enjoy watching the leaves change, carve a jack-o-lantern or plan Thanksgiving dinner, remember that fall is a good time to get … Continue reading
DIY From Handyman Matters: Update Your Kitchen With a New Tile Backsplash
If you want to give your kitchen a facelift, consider replacing or adding a new tile backsplash. This can give your kitchen a bright modern appearance without a lot of effort. The nice thing about adding a new backsplash is … Continue reading
Sell Your Home Checklist, Part 3: Showing Your Home
Showing Your Home Dust and vacuum the whole house thoroughly. Lightly clean and straighten up living areas. Open all drapes and blinds to let in as much light as possible. Turn on lamps and other lights as necessary to brighten … Continue reading
Sell Your Home Checklist, Part 2: Interior Preparation
Today, we’ll take a look at four areas of your home to focus on for cleaning and preparation to sell. Living Area Clean your home from top to bottom. Put all valuables in a safe place. Repair any cracks or … Continue reading
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