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Preparing Your Home for Christmas: 10 Best Ways to Freshen Up the House Before the Holidays

By: Stefanie Gabrych Fraser

The Real Safety Issues of a Fresh Christmas Tree: A Pine, Balsam or Spruce Holiday Tree is Lovely but Comes with Risks

By: Tracey Drake

Best Christmas Tree Safety Tips for Families: Keep Kids, Pets, Home Safe From Real Christmas Tree Hazards

By: Renee Holmes

Solutions to Frosty Windows Panes: Get a Grip on an Icy Problem That Could Worsen Over Time

By: Heidi Wagg

Prepare Your Barn for Winter: Don't Wait Until the Weather Becomes a Problem

By: Kathleen Strelow

Window Washing Solutions Made Simple: Allow the Cleaner to do the Work

By: Rhonda Day

Windows Need Help During Winter: Insulation Maintains Comfort and Saves Money

By: Mike Virgintino

Save Money, Feel Secure by Winterizing the Home: Fill Those Cracks and Clean Those Gutters Before Snow Arrives

By: Michael Carroll

Make Home Repairs before Winter Storms Arrive: Prepare for Frigid Temperatures; Check Furnace, Supplies & Neighbors

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Trim the Tree and String the Lights Carefully: Safety Will Keep the Holidays Merry

By: Mike Virgintino

Winterizing Your Outdoor Pool: Before Getting Out The Rakes, Winterize That Pool!

By: John Shults

Getting Rid of Cockroaches in Apartments: Recognizing and Handling a Cockroach Infestation

By: Feature Writer Jenny Evans

Keep Weather Disaster Plans Ready All Year: Be Prepared for a Hurricane or Any Storm with Supplies & Information

By: Feature Writer Mary King

How to Prepare for Fire Evacuation Order: Develop a Fire Emergency Plan Before Fire Threatens

By: Wendy Roltgen

Three Ways to Store Your Christmas Decorations: Easy Storage Solutions Without the Extra Cost

By: Marissa Sayno

Getting Homes and Gardens Ready for Winter: Fall Checklist For Winterizing Both Indoor and Outdoor Spaces

By: Laurie Pizans

Emergency Medical Supplies for Hurricane Kits: Office, Auto and Home First Aid Kits Crucial Part of Disaster Plan

By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

Hurricane Survival Kit: Supplies Needed to Stay Safe After Disaster in an Emergency State

By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

Hurricane Preparedness: How to Protect Home and Family This Hurricane Season

By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

How to Cool a House Without Air Conditioning: Cooling a Home if You Don't Have an AC or Home Cooling System

By: Mia Carter

Gutter Guard Installation: Performance Notes and Tips on Installing Gutter Screens

By: Jim Whitton

Preparing a Hurricane Supply Box: What to Include in a Home's Emergency Supplies for Hurricanes

By: Mia Carter

Hurricane Warnings Are Extreme Weather Forecasts: Residents Urged to Take Storm Precautions & Preparations Seriously

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance: How to Clean Out and Repair Gutters and Downspouts

By: Jim Whitton

How to Rid Your Home of Fleas: Practical Ideas for Extermination

By: Heather Robertson

10 Tips for Summer Food Safety: Don’t Risk Food Poisoning from Poor Food Handing in Hot Weather

By: Sue Cartledge

Fireplace Cleaning and Safety: Keeping Wood-burning Fireplaces Clean, Safe and Running Effectively

By: Laurie Pizans

Hurricane Preparations for Home and Yard: Preparing the House for Hurricanes and Tropical Storms

By: Mia Carter

Protecting Your Home in a Hurricane: Using Storm Shutters, Hurricane Fabric and Hurricane Glass

By: Mia Carter

How to Get Rid of Pest Pigeons: Pigeon Control for Do-It-Yourselfers

By: Fran Prisco

Spring Cleaning Tips and Advice: Clean, Edit, and Organize Your Home

By: Feature Writer Lauren Flanagan

Home Maintenance Saves Dollars in Any Season: Leaks, Dirt, and Light Bulbs Siphon Money from the Household Budget

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Hurricane Preparations Begin Months in Advance: Prepare Early for the Storm Season While Supplies are Plentiful

By: Feature Writer Mary King

How to Eliminate Ants, Flies, Mice & Cockroaches: Where Household Pests Hide and the Best Ways to Get Rid of Them

By: JoAnn Sardo

Cleaning Window Treatments: Curtains, Drapes and Mini Blinds

By: Barb Hacker

Spring Carpet Cleaning: Steam Cleaning Machines, Regular Carpet Maintenance & Tips

By: Barb Hacker

Window Washing Made Simple: Homeade Solutions and Newspaper Make Windows Sparkle

By: Rhonda Day

Don't Forget to Shampoo the Carpet! Successful Spring Cleaning Includes Shampooing the Carpet

By: LuAnn Schindler

Easy Air Conditioner Maintenenance: Maintaining Your Central Air System

By: David Abolafia

Repairing Aluminum Window Screens: Get Your Windows Ready for Spring

By: S. Elliott

Spring Home Maintenance Tips: Follow a Simple Checklist to Get Your Home Ready for Spring Weather

By: Charlene Tebbutt

Preparing a Lawn for Spring: Creating an Attractive Home Environment With Good Garden Care

By: Carol Rzadkiewicz

The Art of Spring Cleaning: Harnessing the Rejuvenating Power of Spring to Cleanse the Home

By: Louise Heyden

A New Kind of Spring Cleaning: How to Welcome Spring Into Your Home

By: Feature Writer Trevy Thomas

How to Clean Your House Like a Professional: Tips to Make Housecleaning Easier

By: Carol Rzadkiewicz

Spring Cleaning for Better Health: Ridding the Home of Dust and Germs Leads to Easier Breathing

By: Rhonda Day

Saving Parking Spaces in Winter: Is Holding a Shoveled-Out Spot with Furniture a Do or a Don't?

By: Brett McKenzie

Repairing a Chair and Using Web Clamps: Tips and Techniques for Fixing Wobbly Furniture

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Fireplace Safety: Home Fire Safety Tips for Fire Prevention in Your Home

By: Jennifer Bryan

How to Prevent Water Pipes from Freezing: Avoid a Burst Pipe or No Water Supply Due to a Frozen Pipe

By: Mia Carter

How to Shovel Snow: Safety Tips for Clearning Driveways, Steps and Sidewalks

By: Venice Kichura

Prevent Water Pipes from Freezing: The Expensive Consequence of a Frozen Supply Line is Avoidable

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Symptoms: An Odorless, Colorless and Toxic Silent Killer

By: Feature Writer Martha R. Gore

How to Shovel Snow Safely and Injury-Free: Taking Some Simple Precautions Means Less Risk of Health Problems

By: Ed Oswald

How to Prevent Mice Infestation: A Nontoxic Way: Kid-Safe, Pet-Friendly Tips to Mouse-Proof One's Living Space

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Prepare the Home Hardscape for Winter: Get Your Deck or Patio Ready with These Tips

By: Barbara Bell

Prepare Your Dining Room for Thanksgiving: How to Get Ready for Holiday Company

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Housekeeping Help for Fall Cleaning: Take Fly Lady's Hand and the Guide to Cleaning in 15 Minutes

By: Maryellen Grady

How to Stay Cool With No A/C: Tips for Living Without Air Conditioning Through Hot Summer Weather

By: Venice Kichura

Easy Gas Grill Maintenance: Ready, Set, Grill! How to Keep Your Gas BBQ in Good Working Order

By: Feature Writer Elizabeth Richards

Spring Cleaning the Kitchen: Step-by-Step Guide to a Spotless Kitchen

By: Feature Writer Susan Whelan

How to Spring Clean a Bathroom: Step-by-Step Guide to a Spotless Bathroom

By: Feature Writer Susan Whelan

Spring Home Cleaning Tips: Things to Do to Get Your House Ready for Warmer Weather

By: Feature Writer Teresa Shaw

Get Organized in the Kitchen: Love your Kitchen! Let it be the Center of Holiday Activity

By: Patricia Timmermans

Organizing Home Entrance Closets: Be proud to let your guests hang up coats themselves

By: Patricia Timmermans

Get Your Lawn Ready For Winter: Fall is One of the Best Times of the Year to Take Care of Your Yard

By: Feature Writer Elizabeth Richards

Seasonal Home Maintenance: Preparing Your Home for Cold Weather

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

How to Remove Fireplace Soot: Cleaning the Surrounding Brick Wall

By: Feature Writer Felicia A. Williams

Wooden Garden Furniture: Basic Tips on Care and Maintenance

By: Anne Clarke

Window Cleaning Tips: Natural Cleaners for the Windows

By: Debbie DeSpirt

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