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10 Tips To Save Money On Bathroom Renovations

amabaie — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 23:13:56 +0000

The good news is that, with the economy still struggling to get back on its feet, prices for building material have dropped significantly. So right now is a great time to plan some of those bathroom renovations you have been putting off. The following 10 tips will help you complete your bathroom renovation with the minimum cost required to ensure good quality.

Top 10 Home Conservation tips under $100

Persistence — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:42:09 +0000

Some people think you have to spend a lot of money to save a lot of money for home energy and water conservation. As this list shows, there are many things you can do under $100 that will have a huge impact in your consumption habits.

Clean Windows and Windshields by Using Unwanted Newspaper to Make them Sparkle

VicPaC — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 23:15:16 +0000

If you don't want to keep washing your paper towels while cleaning your windows or car windshields, consider using newspaper. Not only does it work really well, the paper and ink acts as a light abrasive to give you really clean windows.

10 Easy Ways to Go Green

amabaie — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:55:21 +0000

When many of us think of going green, images of sacrifice tend to predominate. We think of of going green as a hardship. The good news is that it doesn’t have to that difficult. You really can take steps to live a greener lifestyle. And once you see how easy it is to make some changes, you might be encouraged to continue toward more sustainable living.

5 Tips for Improving the Efficiency of Your Natural Gas Furnace

Dale Parker — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:49:21 +0000

A faulty furnace will cost you high energy bills. However, some simple measures can also boost the efficiency of your gas furnace. Below are 5 tips that will enhance the performance of your furnace.

How to sort your files and find your document quickly

Jennifer — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:18:11 +0000

Find important documents quickly with these tips on how to organize files using cheap folders, ring binders or expanding files depending on how many documents need storing.

How to turn your home into an income property

Hanngs — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 06:34:23 +0000

Scott McGillivray, host of HGTV’s series Income Property. On the show, he helps first-time homebuyers shoulder the burden of their mortgages payment by building rental units and creating extra income for the home owners.

Here are some of Scott’s top tips for getting cash out of your home.

Top Tips for Moving House

Dave — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:34:10 +0000

Things to Think About Before You Move. These points will help make your move as stress free as possible

Your end year tax advices for homeowners

shibaw — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 20:40:35 +0000

Homeowners qualify for a variety of residence-related tax deductions, some new this year. Moreover, a little financial housekeeping now can help you better prepare for the Taxman's April visit.

Useful tips for designing and organizing your home laundry room

Heather — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 02:05:09 +0000

The laundry room is a busy place, generally U.S. household washes nearly 400 loads of laundry each year -- so it's important to have a clean and organized space. Here are 3 tips to keep in mind.

10 tips for making the most of your house cleaning

Jimmy — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:47:32 +0000

1. Plan ahead and prioritize. Decide must do, can do and can wait. The bathrooms, kitchens and wherever people will eat, for example, make the must-do list, while an upstairs bedroom that no one should see can wait.

Tips to save energy and cut costs

pillars5 — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:05:08 +0000

For many of us, saving a few bucks here and there can really add up. What News 4 has found are simple changes that can help you cut costs everyday. Here are a few energy saving tips for the home.

8 Top Tips for Swimming Pool Safety from Guardian Pool Fence Systems

shibaw — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:49:15 +0000

Pool safety isn't something that can be taken for granted. While swimming pools can be a great way to get daily exercise, or for the entire family to have fun, it's crucial that pool owners take safety precautions.

6 Crafty Tips for Getting Cozy This Fall

BigPlayer — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:39:12 +0000

“With the world being so chaotic, people want a serene space in which to feel safe and cozy.”

Here are 6 EcoNesting DIY tips for giving your home an eco-cozy feel this fall:

Top 15 Ways to Save Money on Heating Your House

Jimmy — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:20:49 +0000

Use these 15 simple home heating tips next winter to ward off the winter chills, and keep the power bills at bay.

Simple steps can cut down smoke once your fire gets glowing

shibaw — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:11:04 +0000

Use these simple steps to cut down smoke for your fireplace at home.

72 Tips to Save Money on Electricity Without Spending a Cent

Alextu — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:29:09 +0000

These 72 simple tips are going to be even easier for you and your family to adopt in your home when you realize it won’t cost you a cent to start saving.

Fireplace Safety Tips

wipster — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:39:03 +0000

A wood-burning chimney should be inspected every year and swept clean if it has built-up soot deposits.

Top tips for lazy gardeners

Dave — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:25:44 +0000

Love gardening but want to get a life? In the first of a four-part series, here are some good news, and best advice, for lazy gardeners

tips on home insulation to save you monthly energy bills

InfecTous — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:08:36 +0000

INSULATING your loft could save you around £150 a year on your fuel bills, according to the Energy Saving Trust, so act now before the weather gets really cold.