See Below. While you're up there, you have a great opportunity to take down your Christmas lights before July arrives. Heat cables are wires you fix to your roof in a zigzag pattern in areas where ice dams frequently build up. All you have to do is flip a switch and the ice and snow on your roof will melt off.
These cables can be bought in kits that come with everything you need to install them, plus instructions. Keep in mind that heat cables need to be plugged into a grounded outlet. Choosing to install new shingles over existing shingles is an extremely common choice in the DIY roofing game.
But despite the upfront savings on money and time, shingling over an existing roof is almost always a poor choice. The obvious fix for this mistake is to bite the bullet and remove your current layer of shingles before installing the new layer.
Getting rid of old shingles is a laborious affair, but with the right crew it can go smoothly. Beginning at the peak, use a roofing shovel or garden fork, to work under a section of shingles and pry them up.
Allow them to slide down the roof, and move onto the next section, working your way down from the peak to the eaves. Take periodic breaks from your work to toss shingles into the dumpster. Once the nails are out of the way, give your roof a good sweeping to clean up the shingle granules that got left behind by your tear-off.
For more information on getting the job done right, check out this step-by-step guide to removing shingles. Watch your step!
Shingle granules can be slippery so move carefully as you work. Climbing up on the roof can be dangerous if you do not know what you are doing and are not careful. If you are determined to repair isolated spots of damage to shingles on the roof yourself, proceed with caution. Always consult an expert roofing professional if you feel out of your depth with a roofing repair or if you are worried that the problems can extend beyond what you see.
Ignoring issues can create huge problems down the road. On the surface, gutter installation seems like a pretty simple task. You also have to watch out for sagging and leaks that can occur if you use too few hangers or allow too many seams in the gutters themselves.
In order to avoid these gutter grumbles, follow these tips to ensure your gutter installation is done to perfection:. Your gutters should always slope one inch for every 40 feet. Not the kind of gutter hanging we recommend you try at home.
Using a ladder to reach the gutters, pull out muck, sticks and other substances that can clog gutters and downspouts at least twice a year.
If you find that they are loose, re-secure them with some new screws and possibly new hangers. You will also want to patch up any rust holes with waterproof epoxy and use sealant to ensure that there are no gaps in between gutter segments.
When your roof ventilation is out of whack, you put yourself at risk of moisture damage and various types of shingle damage, on top of higher utility bills.
In ventilation, as in rap, it's all about flow. The primary cause of poor roof ventilation is an unbalanced number of intake vs. exhaust vents. Exhaust vents are located near the peak. To ensure that your exhaust vents are holding up their end of the bargain, you should be using only one type of exhaust vent over the entirety of your roof.
When you mix and match exhaust vent types, you interrupt the easy flow of air from intake to exhaust. Choose one type of exhaust vent and stick with it. The most common type of roof vent. They are installed at the highest peak of a roof. Installation is fairly simple, but they can only be installed on roofs with enough of a peak for them to be effective.
The second most common vent type. They are also fairly simple to install and can be used on any roof type. They can last a long time without needing maintenance. Installed on the gables of a roof. This vent type may need to be combined with a fan to work most effectively.
These are either electric or solar powered. They do very good work, but can be fairly high maintenance compared to other vent types. This will provide hands-down the best return on investment ROI for your home improvement dollar by saving on high energy costs.
It holds you up, even on your lowest day. It supports you. It supports your entire family and everything you own. And how do you reward your flooring for its saintly work?
You walk all over it and sometimes go months between moppings. With everything it puts up with every day, sometimes the best way to reward your floor for its years of service is to retire it when it starts to get worn out. Marble, granite and ceramic are all stunning hard flooring options, and many people assume that the only major differences between them are looks.
In reality, even though these flooring types share some broad similarities, they differ in many important ways.
Follow these tips below to find the right stone floor for your home:. For these reasons, marble flooring should be reserved for use as an accent, not as the predominant flooring type in your home.
This could mean a marble border for an entrance way, or marble flooring in a dining room or other area that is only used for special occasions. Marble should not be used in kitchens, which not only see high traffic but also frequent spills. Marble: Perfect for your ceremonial throne room; not a great choice for your everyday feasting hall.
Granite can:. Granite is well suited to high traffic areas like kitchens, entryways and hallways. The catch is that granite does require more maintenance than other flooring types. In order to maintain its durability, granite should be resealed once a year, especially in moisture-prone areas like kitchens or bathrooms other areas may be able to go longer without resealing depending on the overall climate of your home.
Granite looks amazing, but it does require some maintenance. Ceramic tile is an appealing flooring option because of the huge variety of colors, patterns and textures available.
Using ceramic tile also gives you more control over the final look of your floor than natural options like marble and granite, which can never be truly uniform. Ceramic tiles can be installed in virtually any area of the home. Ceramic tiles can be noisy and brittle, but no one can deny their aesthetic appeal.
Clients can order tile and cabinetry supplies directly or have the contractor choose all of this for you. You can also check out wholesale tile stores for discounted prices on high-end flooring or check out craigslist for reduced price items. Search the web for local wholesale tile suppliers that have an array of materials and prices to choose from.
Choose Another Flooring How-To. Prepping your subfloor properly is important for any flooring type you choose to install, but this is especially true for hardwood.
A properly prepped subfloor is level, protected from moisture and structurally sound. brown house does my floor look uneven to you?
The first step when prepping your subfloor is simply to get it clean. Use a vacuum to get rid of dust and grit. If there is a significant amount of adhesive residue, paint or any other coating left behind from the previous flooring, sand those coatings away. Use a large level to check the subfloor in multiple locations and from multiple directions throughout the room.
If you find high spots, sand them down. If the high area is large, or sanding proves difficult, consider renting a floor sander. If your subfloor is concrete, use a concrete grinder. When the job is done, vacuum up the dust. If you find low spots, fill them in with a cementitious leveling compound.
Once the compound is dry, sand away any rough, raised edges. Vacuum up the dust. Now you need to make sure your subfloor is structurally sound so that it can safely support the weight of everything in the room. Start by drilling a small hole in the plywood to determine how thick your subfloor is.
Your plywood sheets should be at least ¾ inches thick. If any of your sheets are loose, screw them down firmly to the floor joists. Follow the instructions for whichever brand of moisture barrier you choose.
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Choosing to lay down your own tile floor is a money-saving option. But if you tell anyone about your plans to DIY your tiling job, chances are that that person will grab you by the shoulders and declare that creating a professional looking tile job on your own is impossible.
Even for experienced DIYers, laying ceramic tile is a difficult project. That method: making a layout board. Installing tiles is easy as long as you plan ahead. First, dry fit a row of tiles on your floor to finalize the pattern you want and the amount of space between each tile.
Find a straight and level piece of plywood to be your layout board. Place this board under your row of dry fitted tiles. With a permanent marker, mark slots on the board for each tile. In each slot, write the tile color that should go in that spot. If your plan is to use different tile patterns in different rows, make a layout board for each pattern.
After you spread your mortar, all you need to do to ensure that your tiles are straight and in the correct pattern is to line each tile up with its slot on the board. Even armed with a layout board, this is a little above your paygrade. Many people choose options like hardwood or tile for areas like hallways, bathrooms and kitchens that see a lot of traffic and a lot of messes.
Other areas, like bedrooms and living rooms, will typically have carpeted floors to provide something soft and easy on the feet. A carpet shim provides a smooth transition from high to low, like a pleasant winding road through a hilltop. The problem arises where these two different floor types meet.
Hardwood and tile floors will generally be higher than carpeted floors, and having a significant height difference between a carpeted and non-carpeted floor is obvious and unattractive. The solution to this problem is to install carpet shims also called carpet ramps under the carpet at the spot where the two floorings meet.
Place your shim with the high side toward the other flooring, leaving a ¼ inch gap between the shim and the other flooring. Make sure your shim is positioned straight. Use ring shank nails to secure the shim to the subfloor.
Use 5 nails for every 32 inches of shim. Keep in mind that the width of the gap between the ramp and the other flooring may vary depending on the thickness of your carpet. For very thick carpet, you may need a wider gap.
For very thin carpet, you may need a smaller gap. Test things out before nailing down your shim and adjust accordingly. Whatever carpet you choose, keep it even. When ripples develop in a carpet months or a year after installation, many first-time homeowners assume the carpet is to blame and run out to rent a power stretcher.
As it turns out though, carpet ripples are often caused by problems with the carpet pad, not how tightly the carpet was stretched. This is a case where an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Taking the right precautions ahead of time will ensure a smooth, soft carpet for years to come.
Decorative ripples are fine. Looks like a beautiful abstract painting. Actually keeps your carpet flat. You put all the furniture back into the room and kick off your shoes to take a much-needed rest while enjoying the sleek look of your new carpet.
Waves and lumps have cropped up in various places, undoing all your hard work. Carpet should only be lumpy by design The first—and most often overlooked—step in making sure your carpet lies smoothly is to allow it to adjust to the humidity levels in your home before installation. Carpet can expand or contract based on moisture levels.
Plumbing; it is both the greatest and smelliest innovation in human history. Without it we would still be relying on the do-it-yourself method of tossing our bath water among other things out the window and onto the head of some poor peasant.
Fortunately, do-it-yourself plumbing has evolved since ye olden times, affording first-time homeowners and DIYers the opportunity to repair, maintain or modify their in-home plumbing themselves. Of course, there is still a bit of a learning curve to doing your own plumbing.
If your plumbing is on the fritz, odds are that you'll be making a trip to the hardware store to find a replacement. But before you start stalking the aisles looking for something that sort of looks like the same thing, make sure you know exactly what type and size of pipe or fitting you need.
Depending on the age of your home, you might want to consider replacing all the metal pipes in your home with PVC. These will both last longer and will be a lot cheaper to repair down the road. Choose Another Plumbing How-To.
Older homes that use metal in their drain lines can end up with a couple of unique problems, one of which is corrosion. Dissimilar metals and alloys naturally breakdown in the presence of electrolytes through galvanic corrosion Fun Fact: regular tap water contains a small amount of electrolytes.
This is the same process that turned the Statue of Liberty green which, while it looks great on a foot-tall statue, is not something you want happening to your plumbing. Rust, not even once. In order to prevent this kind of olive drab decay you need to use a connector called a dielectric union.
This inexpensive fitting separates the two metals using a rubber washer and plastic sleeve, preventing them from making contact. You can find dielectric unions in any hardware store, and are easy to install yourself. Just be sure to shut the water off before you pull the two pipes apart.
Without the proper amount of water to rinse it down, waste builds up in the pipes and makes drainage inefficient. Make sure to fill basins with water before draining. For showers, place a hair screen in the drain to reduce the human hairballs that rival anything your cat coughs up.
Messing about with your plumbing is no different. Any and all amateur plumbers out there should be versed in the Uniform Plumbing Code, a set of industry standards published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
The Uniform Plumbing Code covers everything from water heaters to storm drainage, and is a first line of reference for all plumbing objectives.
You can order a copy of the UPC in its most current form from the IAPMO. Enjoy having a hot shower in the morning? Then you'd better check the setting on your mixing valve. A thermostatic mixing valve blends hot and cold water together, ensuring that you have a constant supply of tempered water that is safe for bathing.
If you're familiar with a radiator valve, you'll be able to work your mix valve easily. But before you start experimenting with chemicals, bear in mind that chemical drain cleaners can cause severe damage over time. In fact, many a plumber will tell you to stick to tried-and-true mechanical solutions before reaching for the Drano.
Pour some hot, but not boiling, water down the drain to try and loosen up the gunk further down the pipe. You'll first want to fill the basin with enough water to cover the plunger about halfway up the cup, and then stuff a wet rag into the overflow hole.
Move the plunger up and down a couple of times, stopping to break the suction after a few tries. If it works, you should see the clog coming up and the water draining down. Powered, professional-grade augers can be rented from any large home improvement store if your clog situation demands it.
Using a hand auger is very simple; all you have to do is remove the cover from the overflow pipe if dealing with a tub and feed the auger down the drain by turning the plastic drum. Push a little more to dislodge it and you should see any standing water start to drain immediately.
Turn on the water to test the flow. If the drain is still a little slow, turn on the hot water and move the auger back and forth until the water drains to perfection. And now for the fun part. Knowing how to unclog a toilet is a key skill for any homeowner, both for first-timers and those on their third house.
A simple plunger is all you need for a toilet that is clogged or drains slowly. Simply grab your plunger, place it over the drain so that the cup is immersed in the water.
Now, plunge down gently to force the air out of the bell. Plunge vigorously times while maintaining the seal. A typical drain snake works by feeding a wire coil around the u-bend and down through the drain. However, the best tool for removing troublesome toilet clogs is a closet auger. Desperate times call for desperate measures.
If the obstruction lies further down the drain, then you will have to resort to removing the toilet entirely and snaking the main drain. This will require shutting off the water supply, removing the mounting bolts on the toilet and partially disassembling the toilet itself.
This will give you greater access to the drain. Do not pour boiling water down a clogged toilet drain as the sudden temperature change can damage your pipes, especially in winter time when pipes are most brittle.
While this has been used by many people for many years, using it for a toilet is not a very good idea. Here's why:. So, what should you use to clear a toilet clog? A closet auger. They are the right tool for the job and affordable too. You leave the house for a few weeks while your home is being renovated.
Everything is going great down in the Caribbean, but upon returning to home sweet home you discover that a pipe burst in the basement and turned your comic book collection into cold, soggy papier-mâché. Knowing where your water shutoff valve is ahead of time can save a lot of water and a lot of money.
The best way to keep your pipes from bursting, or to prevent any sort of leak while away, is to shut off the water. The process to do so is very simple:.
If your home has a basement or crawlspace, this can usually be found on a wall facing the front of the house.
If your home is built on a slab, you will probably find it near the water heater or in the garage. All you need to do is manually turn the valve handle clockwise to shut off the water. Simply remove the lid and turn the valve using either a valve key or a screwdriver and wrench. Once the water is shut off you want to make sure you drain the water from your pipes.
Do this by running the hot and cold water from every water fixture until they stop running. When suddenly, you hear a rush of water and a yell from the basement. Before you know it, your afternoon is ruined by a growing puddle of water by your washer and dryer. Fortunately, a leaky pipe has a relatively simple fix.
Hopefully your pipe isn't as leaky as this one. If the leak is isolated to a section of pipe with its own valve, switch the water off at the valve. If not, then you should shut off the main water supply to the house instead. See our tutorial on finding and shutting off your main water valve.
While the water is shut off, open the faucets and let the remaining water in the pipes drain out. Use a towel or cloth to dry off the leaky pipe. This is important to ensure that the epoxy and rubber adhere to the pipe.
Using a putty knife, apply a small amount of epoxy to the damaged portion of the pipe. This will seal the break in the pipe without having to replace the section altogether. Attach a rubber coupling to the pipe for added protection.
Once the coupling is in place, use a clamp to secure the rubber and leave it in place for one hour. Grab a roll of water resistant tape and wrap it around the rubber coupling. This will add another layer of protection against any future leaks.
Once the epoxy and rubber have set, switch the water back on to check that the leak is fixed. However, you should make sure to have a plumber come out to take a look and make a more permanent fix. Electricity is a hell of a thing.
It illuminates our offices, provides heat to our homes and powers portable devices that we can use anywhere, even in the bathroom! Harnessing this mysterious force is truly one of the greatest achievements of our civilization.
Yet for first-time homeowners, working with the various wires, switches, fuses and boxes used to deliver electricity to the home can be a bit overwhelming. Which is why signs like these exist:.
But don't let the sparks fool you, there are plenty of non-technical electrical fixes you can make to your new home. Understanding the basics of electrical wiring is essential if you plan on touching anything — and we mean anything — in your home that carries an electric current.
Each circuit carries power to all the outlets, switches, conduits, lighting fixtures, appliances and devices in the home.
Most electrical issues can be resolved at either the main electrical panel or at the individual power outlets and fixtures that dot the home. But occasionally, a homeowner will come across a problem that can only be remedied by opening up the walls and fixing the wiring running throughout the house.
In those cases, it is highly recommended to call in a licensed electrician for both your safety and to ensure that the new wiring follows the electrical codes of your city. And that includes installing new electrical devices, running new wiring or installing new outlets and light fixtures.
In order to pull an electrical permit, as well as building permits, you will generally need:. There is a lot of overlap between permit applications, so if you need additional permits for your project you can apply for them all at once.
Your local city government will allow you to apply for an electrical permit either at their office or online. Depending on the project, and the building codes in your city, you may need to have a certified electrician perform the actual work, which the department will notify you of when they review your application.
Costs for individual permits will vary by location, though the costs are typically lower for residential projects as compared to commercial renovations or construction projects.
Processing a permit application generally takes only a few days. If you end up waiting longer than a week, be sure to contact the permitting office to verify the status of your application.
Unless there are some glaring issues in the paperwork, you should be good to go within days. Some projects will require inspections both before and after the work is completed, so be prepared to work with county inspectors to ensure the electrical work is done to code.
Getting the proper permits upfront will ensure that the electrical work will be up to code, keeping you and your family safe, and making it way easier to sell your house down the road. Choose Another Electrical How-To. Replacing a circuit breaker is relatively simple, especially if you have a feel for electricity or an Electric Feel, as the kids say.
The only thing you want to avoid doing is replacing your faulty breaker with the wrong type of circuit breaker.
Note: This is not a printer cartridge. Once you have your replacement circuit breaker, install it by first switching off the main electrical panel. This will cut power to the circuit breaker box, as well as the house, so warn the other members of your household beforehand.
Locate the mounting point of the breaker you intend to replace. Use a screwdriver to undo the clamp holding the line hot wire in the breaker and move it to the side. Remove the breaker from the slot by lifting up one side of the unit and then the other. Now, take the new breaker and insert it into the empty slot.
Reconnect the lead wire into the clamp and fasten the screw above it snugly, but not too tight. Switch the new breaker to the ON position, and then turn the main power back on.
Every once and a while an outlet will wear down to the point that it can no longer hold a plug. But as long as you follow proper safety measures, most outlets can be DIYed.
Go to your main fuse box or circuit panel and cut the power to the section of the house where the outlet is located. Use a screwdriver to remove the cover plate from the outlet.
Use a voltage tester on the wiring to ensure that the circuit is dead. Unscrew the receptacle from the electrical box and pull it out of the wall with the wires still attached. When working on electrical wiring, always make note of which wires are hot and which are neutral.
In the US, black wires carry the power hot while the white wires carry it downstream load. Use your screwdriver to loosen the terminals holding the wires in place, then uncoil and remove the wires. If the tabs connecting the two sets of terminals on each side are removed, remove the same tabs on the new receptacle before installing it.
Coil the wires around the corresponding terminals on the new receptacle. Each terminal should be colored to correspond to the color of the appropriate wire black to black, white to white. If the outlet contains a green ground wire, make sure it is attached to either the green terminal on the receptacle or the electrical box itself.
Push the new receptacle into place and screw it into the electrical box. Then, replace the cover plate and turn on the power.
Your new outlet should be ready to go! But it does mean that if a live hot wire comes loose, the outlet itself may become electrified and potentially harm or cause fatal injury to anyone who touches it.
If you discover that your home has not been updated with ground wires, you should consider having an electrician rewire your house so that every circuit has a grounding wire built into it.
If you accidentally mix up the hot, neutral or ground wires while installing a new outlet you may end up tripping the circuit breaker.
Here in the U. A sample of standard Romex cabling you can find at the hardware store. For extra safety, you can use a small voltage tester aka fluke pen to test each individual wire so you can safely identify which ones are live.
In the days before the circuit breaker, homes received their electricity exclusively through a fuse box. If your fuse box looks like this, you should probably hold off on the 3D surround sound system. Obviously, the best way to avoid overpowering an old fuse box is to limit the amount of appliances and electronics running in your home or avoid buying a home that has one.
Because any home running off of the original fuse box is most likely only pulling down amps of electrical service. Homes built within the past 40 years typically pull down amps, while brand new homes pull down over twice as much at amps!
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This can be a quick way to deal with a small amount of branches or bushes. Another option is to start a backyard compost pile that can turn your old leaves, bushes, and tree branches into a rich soil amendment.
However, the composting process can take a while and does come with a bit of learning curve. For larger amounts of landscaping debris, we recommend renting a yard waste dumpster. With a dumpster you can get rid of tons of yard debris in one go without having to spend an afternoon tending a fire or waiting several weeks for your branches to turn to compost.
Weekly vacuuming removes topical dirt, dust, and hair, but a carpet-cleaning service will remove stains , allergens, dust mites, and grit. If you have carpet in high-humidity areas of your home, start there, as carpet cleaning will also fight mold and mildew growth.
A good deep clean will help carpets wear better and last longer. A backsplash not only contributes a dose of character to a kitchen, but this home improvement idea also protects walls from splashes and spills. Beaded-board panels and decorative tile backsplashes are easy to install and can be done without the help of a professional.
Even someone new to remodeling can do it! Use our step-by-step guide to learn how to tile your own backsplash in a weekend or less. Trimwork and crown molding are accessories for walls, doors, and windows.
Whether you're replacing old trim or adorning your walls for the first time, you can transform a room with trim in just a weekend. Give your home a complete look for less with affordable, off-the-rack moldings from a local home improvement center.
For a deluxe custom look, you can layer pieces of crown molding around entryways and ceilings. Give windows a custom look at a lower price using DIY window treatments. With a mini blind and midweight upholstery fabric, you can create a charming Roman shade to block out the sun and boost your color scheme.
For this home improvement idea , choose fabric in an eye-catching complementary pattern to make the window a focal point. A landscaped walkway suggests an inviting home. Create natural beauty and texture with an assortment of perennials.
Whether you're putting them in the ground, potted, or a mix of both, you can install an enticing introduction to your home in one afternoon with a quick trip to a local home improvement center, greenhouse, or farmers' market.
Start your day with the perfect shower experience by switching out your shower head. A multi-function shower head will give you a more customized experience : an invigorating pulse to wake you up or maybe a concentrated stream to clean up after outdoor activities.
A handheld or sliding bar model is easy to adjust for heights, whether for tall adults, small children, or pets.
Plus, newer models are typically more water-efficient. Choose a model for this quick home improvement idea that matches your current plumbing. An unused hutch, armoire, or bookcase can quickly transform into an entertaining or beverage station with a little creativity and organization.
Store bottles and beverage glasses on open shelves for easy access, or free up space by outfitting the underside of a shelf with hanging storage for wine glasses.
Use drawers or cabinets for linens , serving trays, and utensils. Designate a space as a central area for often-used games and media. A dedicated cabinet, closet, or other storage option keeps family members from having to search for games, toys, and other accessories.
Divided shelves and a combination of shallow baskets, bins, and photo organizers help the space stay organized with this home improvement idea.
Labels make sure things go back to the right place. Savor warmer seasons with a simple path that leads the way through your yard or garden. An understated path of irregular-shaped flagstones creates a casual, welcoming atmosphere. If you're feeling crafty , outline a path with painted stones, bricks, or old garden edging.
If mold creeps into your shower stall or your bathroom mirror is consistently foggy, it might be time to replace your bathroom vent fan. You can install new ventilation in about three hours, and this home improvement idea will leave your bathroom dry and odor-free.
See our step-by-step guide to learn how to install a bathroom vent. Small appliances like stand mixers, slow cookers, and food processors can end up on the countertop because they're heavy and awkward to move when needed.
If you're tired of wasting valuable countertop space on these appliances, install an appliance lift in a base cabinet. Fancier models with soft-close and lift-assist features could put this home improvement idea out of your budget, but the basic spring-loaded hardware and required wood supports should be just right.
And it's not only for unused or cumbersome appliances; when countertop space is at a premium, it's a smart solution for things like toasters and coffeemakers, too! Window boxes have a little something for everyone: They add color to the exterior of your home and attract birds and butterflies that can be admired from indoors.
Many window boxes and baskets are available, so you'll easily find something that fits your style. But if you've got tools and materials already, build a window box and save the project money for creating a floral showstopper. Small, accessible appliances lend a big hand in the kitchen.
Streamline efficiency at the hub of your home with a new small appliance, such as a coffee machine , toaster, blender, or electric kettle. Replace one of your current underperforming appliances, or purchase a new gadget your kitchen routine would benefit from incorporating.
Just remember to make room for it before it comes home! Details make the difference; you can prove it with high-impact, low-effort home improvement ideas that you'll enjoy every day. Upgrade builder-basic outlet covers, light switches , or door knobs with something that better fits the overall character of your home or the fixtures in the room.
These small changes won't go unnoticed. Once you start, it's hard to stop identifying places around the home that need a little TLC. Organize your home improvement supplies with everyday household items to make things easier. For example, repurpose spice containers or mason jars for storage of pesky little pieces like screws and nails.
Although you can purchase these inexpensively at the store, you might already have some at home to start. Use these ideas for garage storage and organization many of which can be adapted to basements, potting sheds , and other home improvement spaces to inspire you. Jump-start laundry day with this home improvement idea for streamlining your sorting ritual.
Separate laundry bins encourage organization as a daily routine. The open design with easy-to-read labels helps the whole family see where to place items, saving you time on washday. Small-space solution: Opt for laundry bags that can hang from over-the-door hooks rather than hampers that take up floor or shelf space.
Illuminate your deck stairs or patio drop-offs with low-voltage lighting. If you don't already have an outdoor lighting system that you can tap into, there are a variety of solar options. Look for stick-in-the-ground pathway lighting or stair-mounted solar units.
Deck and outdoor lighting adds safety and beauty to alfresco spaces and allows you to enjoy time outside well past sunset. Regulating your home's temperature is a breeze with a programmable thermostat , and it will save you money on utility bills each year if used correctly. Modern thermostats are mercury-free and more energy-efficient than an old manual thermostat.
Smart thermostats go one step further, offering programmable settings and technologies that adjust the temp based on whether the house is empty and let you change settings from your phone. Use limited data to select advertising. Create profiles for personalised advertising. Use profiles to select personalised advertising.
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