Gutter Guard 101: Everything You Need to Know About Protecting Your Gutters

Written by tbairstow on March 8th, 2011

Sure, we’re biased: we think Gutter Helmet is the best gutter guard product you can buy.  But we’ve got competitors, and here’s a look at some of the other gutter systems available.  These are the products that Gutter Helmet is up against, and what people like and dislike about each of them.  We fully encourage [...]

Weird, Cool & Disturbing Bathroom Ideas

Written by damacher on December 8th, 2009

Bathroom remodeling is one of my favorite places to spend home improvement time and money.  I don’t know, there’s just something special about shaking hands with the El General in a space that is clean and well designed with high-end hardware, flooring, etc. If you’re thinking about a bathroom remodel, or are in the middle [...]

10 Unique Tips & Tools To Help Your Home Survive Winter

Written by damacher on November 20th, 2009

Not looking forward to being cooped up in the house all winter long? Well, as wintertime is indeed inevitable, why not at least make your home a better place to spend the season? Here are 10 unique tips, tools, and snippets of advice to help you and your home survive winter with ease: 1. What [...]

21 Ways To Take Care Of Your Home This Fall

Written by damacher on September 21st, 2009

Fall is almost here-and you know what this means, right? Well it means the harsh, bitter weather of winter is right around the corner and there are things to do to ensure your home is ready for the battle. Here are 21 ways to take care of your home this fall: 1. Clean the gutters. [...]

3 Things We Like For Your Home

Written by damacher on August 24th, 2009

Hello friends!  You know, sometimes you just get the itch to make some improvements to your home.  Today the home improvement advisors want to share with you 3 things we like for your home: #1 The Delta Pilar Pull-Down Touch2O Faucet We like the Delta Pilar Touch2O Faucet.  Turn on the faucet with just a [...]

15 Energy Efficient Ways To Stay Cool In The Summer

Written by damacher on June 22nd, 2009

There is no denying the summer heat is here. It is bad enough when you have to go through the stifling heat when you are outside-but if you are suffering from the heat when you are inside as well, it’s time to make some changes. Take a look at these fifteen energy efficient ways to [...]

13 Notable Home Improvement Technology Trends To Keep An Eye On

Written by damacher on May 18th, 2009

Constantly improving technology impacts every part of lives these days. High tech improvements are changing everything from the cars we drive to our very own health and well-being. Naturally, it should come as no surprise that technology is also helping us improve our homes too. Here are 13 notable up and coming home improvement technology [...]

32 Ordinary Ways to Save Extraordinary Money on the Homefront

Written by damacher on April 28th, 2009

Think saving thousands of dollars on ordinary home improvements and household related expenses is impossible? Well, fortunately, it’s not impossible at all. In fact, by starting with these 32 ordinary ways to save extraordinary money on the homefront, you’ll see that saving money at home is as simple as ever. 1. Add Zones To Your [...]

Asbestos in the Home: Home Improvement Safety and Tips

Written by damacher on April 16th, 2009

Purchasing a home is a journey that is regarded as an old American Tradition. It will bring about many happy moments for you and your family. It is an investment of a lifetime but one that brings additional responsibilities. Many older homes may require structural repairs or renovations, especially for those who live near areas [...]

10 Ways To Make Your Landscape Greener This Spring

Written by damacher on April 7th, 2009

The trend is clear-more and more homeowners are transitioning to a greener, more eco-friendly way of creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes. The benefits of making your landscape greener than ever this spring reach far beyond the positive environmental impact alone. In fact, going organic in your landscaping and lawn can even save money while providing [...]