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5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Heat Pump

(Family Features) If you're like many homeowners who are considering ways to achieve greater energy efficiency, cut costs long term and reduce use of fossil fuels, replacing your gas furnace with an electric-powered heat pump may be part of the solution. Consider these factors to ensure you make an informed decision.

Your Yard

7 Tips for Readying Your Outdoor Power Equipment for Winter

(NAPSI)—After your lawn gets its last cut before winter, it will be time to put away spring and summer outdoor power equipment, like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers. It’s also important …

3 tips for purchasing new furniture for a safer home

(BPT) - The beginning of fall is an excellent time to update your home’s aesthetic! Whether you plan to purchase new furnishings or complete small home improvement projects, these changes …

What to Know Before Hiring an HVAC Contractor

(Family Features) For many homeowners, the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system is among the home's most important, and most costly, features.

How to spot a moving scam

(BPT) - Moving is a big life change — that’s enough to focus on without the worry you’ll fall victim to a moving scam. Unfortunately, perpetrators target movers during this …

The Healthy Home

Prepare Your Place for the Next Pandemic

(NAPSI)—While more than 1.1 million Americans lost their lives due to COVID-19, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, emerging HVAC technology is now available to protect homes …

Are heat pumps worth it? Debunking 6 common heat pump misconceptions

(BPT) - Heating and cooling often make up the bulk of utility bills — and the right HVAC system can make a world of difference in both energy bills and home comfort. Recently, heat pumps have …

The birth, life, death, and afterlife of the sofa

Made Trade explored the life cycle of the sofa, from its beginnings to its journey after the living room, using various sources on the internet.

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How to repair 4 common types of wall damage

(BPT) - Maintaining the walls of your home is essential for both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity. Over time, walls can … Read More

Outsmart the Outages: Expert Advice on Power Loss Preparedness

(NewsUSA) - A need for reliable backup emergency power will be more critical this fall and winter season. Experts warn that extreme … Read More

Simple Ways to Add a Touch of Luxury to Your Home

(NAPSI)—Home sweet home. It’s called that for a reason: Home is where you can go to relax, refresh, and reset. No matter where or … Read More

8 On-Trend Deck Railing Styles

(BPT) - Railing is a necessary part of any deck: not just for safety, but also to make an immediate style statement. Here are eight … Read More

Labor less this Labor Day with Glidden Master Finish Spray Paint

(BPT) - Easy-to-use Glidden® Master Finish™ spray paint, available at Walmart, allows DIYers to complete projects faster, leaving … Read More

Caring for your home and family

From molten rock to modern architecture – celebrating 90 years of Thermafiber

(BPT) - Summer is peak season for residential and commercial construction. Advances in material science and novel technologies are contributing to safety and efficiency on the jobsite as they help …

Former firefighter builds home with new fire sprinkler system

(BPT) - Jesse Faust originally became a firefighter and an EMT to help people. Then, in the summer of 2022, the unthinkable happened.Faust was involved in a severe car accident that left him …

Home ideas

How to Prep Your Home for Cooler Weather: 4 projects that provide high ROI

(Family Features) As the leaves begin to change and temperatures start to drop, it's time to start thinking about preparing your home for the cooler months.

6 Ways to Get Extra Enjoyment from Outdoor Spaces

(Family Features) If you enjoy spending time outdoors, fuel those adventures with clean, safe, reliable and versatile propane. Consider these ways to get a little extra enjoyment out of your outdoor spaces.

More Home Improvement News

The EPA Can Help You Save Big On Energy Efficient Upgrades For The Home

(NAPSI)—If you’re like most homeowners, there’s probably a laundry list of major upgrades you’d like to make to improve the efficiency, performance, and functionality of your house. However, …

Cutting Summer Cooling Costs

(NAPSI)—When monthly utility bills arrive, many Americans are getting hot under the collar. In fact according to the National Energy Directors Association, this summer’s residential …

How To Update Your Deck For The Perfect Summer Outside

(BPT) - Summer is here, and that means it’s time for a home maintenance refresh. With record-high temperatures hitting across the country, it’s important to pay attention to your …

7 ways to ensure your structure stands up to the elements

(BPT) - Did you know that last year alone, the U.S. saw 28 weather-related disasters exceeding $1 billion in damages, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration? While no one …

Outdoor Power Equipment Helps Weather A Storm or Power Outage

(NAPSI)—Storms are growing more powerful and frequent, so having the right outdoor power equipment on hand and using it safely is important, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). Home …

Four Ways to Transform Your Backyard into a Secluded Haven

(NewsUSA) - In today’s increasingly fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and tranquility at home is more important than ever. … Read More

Tips for Homeowners to Make Summer Home Projects More Affordable

(NAPSI)—If you’re like most American homeowners, you are eager to enhance and update your living space. According to a 2024 U.S. … Read More

Extreme heat, wildfires and weather events: Prepare for the unexpected this summer, inside and outside the home

(BPT) - Wildfires and extreme weather conditions have brought greater attention to poor air quality, and while some areas may be more … Read More

Workin' 5-9: Make the most of your morning hours for more productive days

(Family Features) How you spend your hours from 5-9 each day can ensure you're well prepared to tackle whatever your 9-5 throws … Read More

Navigating the Heat to Keep Power Bills Cool

(NAPSI)—The heat of summer doesn’t just mean it’s time to drink more water or eat ice cream to keep cool. It also means an … Read More