Archive for July, 2009
Save Money – Fix/Replace Your Leaky Faucets and Toilets
According to the EPA, toilets account for 30% of water consumption; and leaky ones waste up to 200 gallons of water a day.
Get Water Wise and Xeriscape
Saving water is easy and knowing the water-wise principles can help you save money.
Going Green May Help Sell Your Home
It’s becoming the buzz word in housing — “green” homes are what many buyers are interested in these days.
Cost Versus Value in Home Remodeling
Cost is how much you pay for something; value is how much you get back in relation to that cost. Smart homeowners try to get the most…
Carpet Shampooing is Worth Every Penny
Not only does employing a carpet shampooer once a year as a maintenance priority make your carpets look pretty, it comes with a long list of other valuable benefits as well.
Attic Fans
During the hot summer months more efficient ventilation can be attained through the use of attic fans.
How to Control Moisture in Your Basement
Reducing the moisture level of your basement is an important first step to discourage mold and mildew, create a healthier environment throughout your home, and help keep your house in good condition.
How to Make Frilled Cushion Covers
Give square or round cushion covers a more luxurious look with the addition of a double frill. The softening effect of frills give cushions an extra plump look.
Everything You Wanted to Know about Bearing Walls
Many homeowners, would like to open up floor space, especially within older homes which often have relatively small rooms divided by walls. Removing walls however must be done carefully, keeping in mind load bearing walls.
