Home Improvement

A bench with baskets underneath makes the perfect drop zone addition for any garage or mudroom. The drop-zone bench serves two functions to make your home operate more smoothly: it provides a seat for people entering the house, letting guests take a load off immediately upon entry. It also adds …

Anytime there’s heavy rain, you should expect the potential for flood damage. A flooded home isn’t just costly; it also can be hazardous, especially when there’s mold present. Don’t let flooding catch you off guard — keep these pointers in mind to protect you and your home.  If Your House …

This week, we’re upgrading a family’s most used entryway — also called a mudroom — so their guests don’t have to pass through their garage when visiting. Robert and Kristi Hunter share their home with their son, Brandon, their daughter, Amanda, and their dog, Max. When they first moved here, …

There are many factors to consider when deciding if you should get a property manager. A property manager can improve your landlord experience to a great extent, but of course there is a cost: can you afford a proportion of your rental income to go a property manager? If so, …

As you already know, commercial cleaning is not your usual kitchen clean up that you do weekly. When it comes to cleaning on a commercial level, you have to make sure that everything is more than just in order. After all, if we’re not mistaken, the lack of commercial cleaning …

Textured, or popcorn, ceilings predate the 1970s and — like lots of things from that era — are out of style for homeowners and home buyers. Removing these eyesores is a messy job that takes a lot of time. If you want a better option, you can just cover popcorn …

Forget your notepad — this tip makes tape measure reading simple, so you don’t have to remember the measurements before returning to the saw. One of the key steps in making accurate woodworking cuts is the tape measure reading — specifically, remembering it once you get to the saw to make the cut. Now, if …

Operating a snow thrower may look fun, but keep in mind that this is a machine, and safety is important.  Snow throwers, often called snow blowers, are necessary for dealing with significant snow flurries and winter storms. While clearing your walkways, driveways and sidewalks may seem challenging, having the right …

Hour 1 Audio Playback Not Supported Hour 2 Audio Playback Not Supported Today’s Homeowner Radio Listener Questions Dust Collection Options for Any Workshop Tom is creating a new workshop and needs advice on the right dust collection system. Joe recommends a two-stage system that could separately clear out the bigger …