Home Improvement

Homeowners often tell me they don’t have enough storage — and they’re not sure about spending an arm and a leg for more organization. Fortunately, there’s a solution for stylish, affordable storage. Plastic storage containers often are placed where they don’t belong. So, they quickly get beaten up and worn …

Dirty shoes and boots are the No. 1 cause of floor scratches, and most doormats don’t prevent the problem. Here’s how to quickly clean shoes with materials you probably have on hand. First, head to your workshop, garage or storage room and you’ll probably find a long-handled scrub brush. If …

Have you been hearing about these “smart home lights” as of late and you are feeling confused as to what they are? What makes them “smart lights” and how do they differ from traditional light bulbs in your home? And then of course the bigger question is, do you actually …

Video Playback Not Supported Anyone with a free hour can install a toilet. Just follow the step-by-step instructions in the video! (©New Africa, Adobe Stock Photos) Installing a toilet is pretty much the same process whether you’re replacing an old toilet or completing a new bathroom. Just follow these directions: …

If you have a running toilet, check the flapper valve inside the tank. If you have a toilet that’s constantly running, the culprit is likely a leaky flapper valve. Over time, flappers may become cracked or warped, which can allow water to leak out. In fact, a faulty flapper is …

[embedded content] Toilets — like anything else — leak, wear out and break down. Replacing them is costly and usually unnecessary when just a little maintenance can do the trick. Here the top four toilet parts you should replace when problems arise. Wax seals are no fun to replace. You …

If your toilet is leaking from the tank into the bowl, replace the rubber flapper, which drains the water. The toilet tank and bowl can develop undetected leaks that can waste thousands of gallons of water if not repaired. If you notice your toilet refilling periodically when it hasn’t been …

Politics aside, the housing market in many areas has slowed down due to uncertainty about the economy. Everyone has an opinion about the 2020 presidential election — including real estate agents. HomeLight asked 1,157 of their top agents how they thought the election would affect the housing market. Here are …

Much of the activity in college towns — like Athens, Georgia, pictured — centers on the university’s events. Since Covid-19 has pushed learning online, business has dried up in many college towns. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to major lifestyle changes, including how people learn, work and play. That could …