Roof Replacement: When is It Time?
Learn about roof replacement and Get tips on looking for missing granules, splitting, curling, rotting and other symptoms that …
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DIY Disaster Doctor: Bathroom Conundrum
This photo might represent the ultimate in bathroom convenience for the multitasker — or an attempt at European styling …
DIY Disaster Doctor: This Toilet Gets the Axe!
Someone has taken a whack at fixing this wobbly toilet using a tapered axe head and scrap of wood as shims. Not exactly my idea …
DIY Disaster Doctor: This Ladder Needs More Leeway!
Rick A. Harrington, Patch Independent Home Inspections, LLC, Pickerington, Ohio (via The Money Pit). Used with permission of the …
Front Door: Energy Efficiency Starts Here
Find out how replacing a wood front door with a more energy efficient fiberglass front door will help save money, energy and …
Horizon Tropical Composite Decking from Fiberon
The latest outdoor living trend is bringing the inside outside, and that includes the deck. Homeowners are attracted to their …
DIY Disaster Doctor: Staggering Staircase
Is this curious structure actually a staircase? Apparently, this DIYer didn’t have ample room for a …
Decorating a Kids Room: 10 Ideas
Get 10 decorating ideas for a kid's room, including projects that both parents and kids can do together.
DIY Disaster Doctor: In One Vent, Out the Other
There’s no getting comfortable in this room any time of year, since the temperature-controlled air from the HVAC system …
Water Filters: Best One30
Find out the best water filters. Consumer Reports identifies the best water filtration systems that cost less and deliver better …
Best and Worst Home Products Named by Consumer Reports
Find out the best and worst home products for the bathroom and kitchen, as well as the best and worst cleaning products, with …
Energy Star seal given to 15 bogus products in GAO investigation4
Filed under: Home, Real Estate, Green, Consumer Ally What does a gas powered clock radio (that might put you to sleep …
DIY Disaster Doctor: Chia Pet Chimney
Richard Matore of Pillar to Post Home Inspection in Newington, Connecticut (via The Money Pit). Courtesy of ASHI Reporter …
Spiral Staircase Kits for Your Home
Get tips on spiral staircase kits for your home. Spiral staircases saves space and adds a stylish focal point to a living area. …
DIY Disaster Doctor: Home Improvement “Break Through”
Tom Kraeutler What’s the fastest way to get to the front door from the second floor? Through the ceiling! While replacing …
Kitchen Trends for 2010
Discover what trends are the top kitchen design ideas for 2010. The results of the NKBA 2010 Kitchen, Induction Cooktop, Bath …
Roof Replacement: FAQ
Learn out how to select the best roof materials for a new roof or roof shingles replacement project, including the difference …
Clearing Clutter for Spring in 5 Satisfying Steps
5 creative ways to reduce clutter as well as how to reuse or recycle clutter that you already have. Get tips to clear clutter …
Hot Home Improvement Gadgets
Everybody loves gadgets and here are some of the coolest as featured at the National Hardware Show. Taking up over 1 million …
Cellular Shades: Simple Solution to Stop Drafts
Get tips on stopping drafts by installating cellular window shades that insulate and look great at the same time.
Spring Cleaning Tips from Consumer Reports
Spring cleaners who want to scour their homes from the top down can benefit from these spring cleaning tips from Consumer …
4 Bathroom Design Trends for Today
Top 4 bathroom design ideas and bath vanity tops trends as reported by the National Kitchen and Bath Association.
How to Lay Tile Quickly, Easily and Mess-free
How to lay tile to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom. New product that will help you lay tile without using mastic or mortar. …
Home Remodel Ideas for a ‘Not So Big’ Lifestyle
Top ten Home remodeling ideas for creating a smaller but high quality, comfortable and energy efficient home from Sarah Susanka, …