How To Install Motion-Detector Lighting On Your Home
December 6, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Home security experts recommend motion-detector lighting to be installed on all 4 sides of a home. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial of how to get it done.
How To Find Air-Leaking Windows And Seal Them
November 29, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
In this 4-minute video from the DIY Network, you’ll learn how to identify your home’s leaky windows, and how to seal them with caulk. The job requires a little bit of elbow grease, but it’s manageable for even the notice handyman.
How To Protect Your Home From The Influenza Virus
November 15, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
In public places, avoiding “germy” places can be difficult. But within your home, you can easily create germ-free spaces.
How To Clean Window Blinds
October 25, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
In this 2-minute video from HowCast, you’ll learn the basics of blind-cleaning with nothing more than a dust cloth and towel, a sponge and all-purpose cleaner, and ordinary dryer sheets.
Homeowner Maintenance : Twice-Annual Gutter Cleaning
October 12, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Gutters are designed to funnel rainwater away from a home. Properly working gutters help keep a home’s basement from filling with water, and protect a home’s foundation from long-term, structural damage, and keep a roof in tip-top shape.
Rid Your Kitchen Of Hidden Dirt And Grime
September 27, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Learn how to rid your kitchen of dirt, bacteria and grime using nothing but basic household cleansers and some elbow grease.
White Distilled Vinegar : An Environmentally-Friendly Home Cleaning Solution
September 13, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Supermarket aisles are filled with specialty cleansers but you may want to opt for white distilled vinegar, instead. It’s inexpensive, safe to store, and highly effective.
How To Change A Showerhead
September 7, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Changing a showerhead is a basic, do-it-yourself project. The tools aren’t complicated and the job is quick.
How To Reduce Home Energy Costs By Sealing Air Leaks
August 30, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, up to 30 percent of a home’s energy costs can be cut just by reducing drafts. For example, a 1/16-inch gap unsealed gap around a window is equivalent to leaving the window 3 inches open.
How To Re-Grout And Caulk Bathroom Tiles
August 23, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
In this 2-minute video, you’ll learn how to clean the existing grout in your shower and to prepare for a new coating. You’ll also learn how to replace its caulk.