If you don't clean your outdoor air conditioner unit often enough, debris will block the airflow and the unit will release it more slowly. Then, the air conditioner will take longer to cool your home, forcing you to turn the temperature lower and lower. Getting your air conditioner professionally cleaned is expensive, but you can do it yourself to save money!
Gather the proper tools.
Look into your air conditioner’s manufacturing information. It’ll list recommendations for the brand or style...
A recent issue of the well-respected trade publication/platform Remodeling reported on the top 23 major home remodeling projects. In fact, five of these renos offered more than 100% return on investment for homeowners. Here are five of the more interesting projects from the analysis for homeowners to think about:
HVAC conversion — While electric heat pumps are not the most glamorous, homeowners are converting their fossil-fuel-burning furnaces to this style. Heat pumps not only heat a home but...
Small renovation projects can instantly take your home to the next level when trying to sell. Take some time on the weekend to accomplish these mini renovations that can be done in just a few hours. Your space will wow potential buyers in no time!
As easy as it is to get comfortable with the little annoyances, like a creaky door, they will stand out immediately to buyers and suggest that you might not be maintaining the house well in other areas, too. These simple projects can be done in no tim...
Whether you are planning a complete renovation or looking to update a few elements of your existing bathroom space, you will want to consider adding a mirrored medicine cabinet. While some may think the mirror is outdated, the modern medicine cabinet is returning with more style and greater functionality to complement any space. There are two installation options.
The first is to recess the cabinet into the wall. You'll need to create the space if one does not already exist. Generally speaking,...
’Tis the season for pollen and pesticides, not to mention pet dander and disease-carrying creepy-crawlies. The editors at ThisOldHouse.com checked in with health and environment experts across the country for easy, inexpensive tips to help keep your home healthy.
Here are 10 tips to keep in mind:
Add mats on both sides of the door. Up to 80 percent of the dirt that gets tracked inside—along with countless allergens, bacteria and lawn chemicals—can be caught before it makes itself at home with...
Clutter is the bane of a well-curated home. It’s all too easy to let unnecessary objects pile up in your home. These 10 items are so easy to say goodbye to, you won’t believe you ever let them stay in your home in the first place!
Expired Toiletries
Makeup, lotions, and other toiletries can begin to harvest bacteria and simply go bad as time goes on. Toss expired or old items lurking in your bathroom drawer.
Old Spices
Spices lose their flavor and potency as time goes on. If you sniff your spic...
If you’re handy around the house, the thought of tackling a variety of home improvement projects with your own two hands might have crossed your mind a time or two.
But before you dig into a DIY project, it’s important to consider some factors beyond your ability to do the job right. You’ll also want to consider the cost of all the tools and materials needed, as well as the amount of time you’ll need to devote to the project.
Here are four important questions to ask yourself before attacking a...
