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Solved! What to Do About a Broken Window Seal
Q: Until last week, I could look out my kitchen window to watch the songbirds at my backyard feeder. But something must have happened to the window because now the inside of the double panes is foggy—like a steam...
The Right Way to Light a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a match, then sit back and watch it burn. Right? Well, yes and no. With seasoned firewood, a box of matches, and a han...
7 Easy Ways to Increase Your Garage Door Security
Your house is only as safe as its weakest entry point, and for many, that point is an overhead garage door. While homeowners typically install strong front entry doors, garage door security often takes a backseat...
Solved! How to Keep Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders
Q: We love to watch the birds in our backyard, and have installed several feeders that have successfully attracted them. Unfortunately, the seed we put out also attracts a lot of squirrels, who gobble it up and m...
10 Best Tips for Anyone Who Wants to Spend Less Time Cleaning
Yes, it's absolutely possible to control your mess without letting it control your life. Find out how you can streamline your chores and create more time for yourself. <br/> <br/> <em>This content is paid adve...
The Simplest Strategy for Raking Leaves
Fall brings football games, hot apple cider, pumpkin carving, and other seasonal delights. But for homeowners with deciduous trees on their property, autumn calls to mind one thing above all else: raking leaves. ...
How To: Find a Roof Leak
The hardest part of fixing a roof leak? A lot of times, it's simply locating the problem. Sure, it's easy enough to spot water stains on the ceiling or mold growth—sure signs of a leak. But once water has penetra...
How To: Dispose of Paint
No matter what you're painting—your home's exterior, the living room, or the furniture you recently bought secondhand—every project seems to leave you with a frustratingly minute quantity of leftover paint, usual...
Solved! How Often to Change a Furnace Filter
Q: I turned on my furnace for the first time this year, and it made the whole house smell musty. I checked the filter and found it caked with dust, so I replaced it with a new filter, and the indoor air is much f...
How To: Remove Water Stains from Wood
Wood furniture is beautiful, but it's not impervious to the wear and tear of everyday life. To retain their looks, new and antique wood tables and chairs must be properly maintained. It's for good reason that you...
