Types of Weatherstripping and Tips for Installation
Improving all weatherstripping types and repairing your existing weatherstripping is an easy and affordable way to make your home more energy efficient. Windows, doors, and other openings around your home with old, damaged or completely absent weatherstripping can leak cool air in the summer and hot air in the winter.
Small Business Saturday Promotion Ideas
The only thing “small” about Small Business Saturday is the size of the businesses that participate in this increasingly popular shopping holiday. If you’re struggling to brainstorm marketing ideas for this year’s event —or you’re getting a late start—we’re here to help.
Home Energy Savings: High Efficiency Toilets vs Regular Toilets
As talk of water shortages becomes more common in the United States, as well as in other countries around the world, water-conserving initiatives and regulations are becoming the norm. One way to handle this is to install high-efficiency toilets vs.
Make Your Own Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for This Season
Hurricanes are dangerous and cause billions of dollars in property damage annually. You can reduce your risk, disruption and costs with some careful preparation.
DIY: How to get rid of cockroaches, mice and other pests in your home
Any pests in your home are cause for concern. They’re annoying, could bite and spread diseases, and they can damage your house.
HVAC Maintenance DIY Checklist
If you’ve experienced common furnace problems, you might already know that there’s a lot of value in routine HVAC maintenance. DIY “pros” often know where to look for heater troubleshooting or central air conditioner maintenance, but for those of us who are less experienced, a few HVAC maintenance tips can go a long way.
5 Unforeseen Costs in Growing Your Small Business
You’re used to the monthly cost of operating a small business, but what happens when your company is ready to grow? There are almost 28 billion small businesses in the U.
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DIY: Fixing Water Damage
Fixing water damage is no fun, whether it’s because your home is in a flood-prone area, or because you have a leaky pipe or roof or other structural problems. “Water damage” usually refers to water that gets into your home through cracks in foundation, flooding, broken pipes or some other way, and that can cause
Finding the Best Types of Energy-Efficient Lighting Fixtures
Lighting your home might seem like a no-brainer, but there’s actually more to it than meets the eye. Creative, energy-efficient lighting does more than just look nice; it also can maximize the functionality of your living space and save on energy costs.
How to Unclog a Sink Drain in the Kitchen and Elsewhere
At some point, you’ll likely find yourself trying to figure out how to unclog a drain. Your first instinct might be to call a plumber.
Introducing… Oh, Watt a Day!
It’s not always easy being green. Even purchasing a lightbulb nowadays has turned into a complicated decision.
