Home Improvement

  Do you use your garage as more of a storage area instead of a parking space? Are you somebody who throws random knick-knacks and spare items into your garage but wishes you could clear the space for your vehicle? If you’ve answered a resounding ‘yes’ to these questions, you’ll want to keep reading! You’re not alone if your garage is too full to park your vehicle...

  When it comes to your home, you want the best possible insulation. This means using the right kind of insulation for the right places in your home. If you live in a cavity wall property in the UK, then you’ll be glad to hear that your local council offers cavity wall insulation grants. Here’s how it works:  How do I get free cavity wall insulation from my local council? You can...

  If you’re looking for a way to save money on heating bills, an air source heat pump is one of the best options out there. These systems work by using the warmth from your home’s natural gas or oil (LPG) fueled furnace to pump warm air into your home. The warm air then exits the house via vents at ground level. This process is called ‘ionization’ heat transfer. This means...

    Summer is one of the most joyous times of the year, but it is no surprise to find that when asked what their favorite season was, the majority of Americans answered “Fall.” Summer invites one to head to the Great Outdoors for a swim or to enjoy a quintessential barbecue, but one thing that can abound, are insects and pests. Take heart, most pests can be eliminated through a...

  Selling your house is a huge decision to make, which requires days, if not months of pondering before you decide. There is a slew of questions that may flood your brain when you decide to sell your home, one of which is: should I renovate my kitchen before putting my house on the market? Renovation could range from simply installing new pendant lights to completely ripping out your current...

    An HVAC system is a complex piece of machinery that is responsible for keeping your home comfortable all year long. In the summer, it cools your air, and in the winter, it heats it. But how does an HVAC system work? Let's take a closer look. Step 1: The first part of an HVAC system is the air conditioner. This is the unit that cools your air in the summer. The air conditioner has two...

  Skirting board removal is quick and easy with the correct equipment and knowledge. This manual will demonstrate how to chisel the skirting free and then pry it off with a wrecking bar. Additionally, it will provide advice on safeguarding the wall's surface to prevent damage. When remodeling, replacing old skirting boards with new ones can be more straightforward and faster and give a better...

  The backyard is an often-unexplored space of potential - it can be difficult to think of your backyard as not just a functional space but an aesthetically pleasing one. If you're looking for ways to beautify your backyard, here are ten tips to get you started! 1. A FireplaceInstalling an outdoor fireplace in your backyard can transform it from a purely functional space to a place of relaxation...

  London, Ontario, is getting a lot of attention right now. You might move to a house there if you like what you see from this charming community, but you can also hire a company to build a home for you. If you do, you can create your dream home because you can design the whole setup from scratch. If you go this route, you should keep a few considerations in mind. We’ll talk about some of...

  Everyone wants to live in a home where they can feel relaxed, and safe, be able to entertain guests and enjoy their time away from work. When it comes to home decorating and home improvements, the outside is often overlooked unless things are falling apart. It's easy to focus on the kitchen and living room, but what about your front porch? Or maybe there's a garage door that desperately needs...