Appliances like your washing machine, dishwasher and refrigerator tend to be major investments. You can protect these investments and prolong their lifespans through regular maintenance. Here are four ways to help those appliances – and your investment – last longer: 1. Make sure the seals seal. One of the biggest reasons refrigerators break down is [...]

Bring the indoors outside by transforming your backyard into an additional living space. It's the easiest way to make your home feel bigger without an add-on. Here are three ways to add livable square footage to your outdoor spaces: 1. Think "cozy." Outdoor furniture today goes well beyond the limited wrought iron and rigid plastic [...]

Are your energy bills going up? Harnessing the power of the sun can go a long way toward mitigating rising energy expenses, and today's solar panels are more economical and efficient than ever before. Here are four reasons to consider installing solar panels on your home: 1. Lower your energy bills. Solar panels can reduce [...]

Decluttering continues to be a buzzword, but the idea is nothing new. Heard the phrase, "a place for everything, and everything in its place"? Some attribute the quote to founding father Benjamin Franklin. Here are six organizational tips to help put everything in its place: 1. Add shelves to your garage. Get tools, boxes and [...]