Do you hate your current carpet so much that you’re ready and willing to tear it out? Before you get in over your head, stop to consider everything that carpet removal and replacement entails. Then you might understand why it could be a good idea to leave the job to the pros. This post has been brought to you by Sears Home Services. Its facts and opinions are consistent with those of BobVila.com.
Check out some of the best ways to lay subway tile—from the timeless to the trendy. You’re sure to find the perfect pattern for your upcoming kitchen or bathroom project.
Termites can cause significant damage to home if left unchecked. Here’s how to identify termite droppings and take the appropriate extermination steps if necessary.
Kitchen islands are the workhorses of a busy kitchen, but they also inevitably become a place where family and friends gather before and after mealtime. Whether topped with marble, laminate, or butcher block, a sturdy kitchen island provides a place to slice and dice, grab a bite to eat, store supplies, or stand around for conversation. A kitchen island doesn’t need to be big to perform its duties. Take some design inspiration from these small kitchen islands, then consider recreating the look in your kitchen, whatever the dimensions of your space.
When the mercury rises, some sheets and blankets are better than others wicking away moisture and keeping you comfortable at night. Ditch the flannel—these are your best bedding bets for warmer weather.
The source of loud noises coming from a dishwasher could be a minor matter or a huge headache. Find out how to diagnose dishwasher sounds and what to do about them.
During heating season, there’s never a convenient time for the furnace to give out, especially considering the discomfort—and the genuine hazards—of a home without heat. Making matters worse, according to David Kenyon, a product manager with Sears Home Services, ailing heating equipment exhibits a curious tendency to die “on one of the coldest days of the year,” Rather than court disaster by depending on a troubled appliance, Kenyon recommends taking a proactive approach. “Make life easier for yourself and plan for any furnace project well in advance, before the temperature plummets and the issue becomes critical.” The first step? Determine whether your furnace absolutely requires replacement or whether “a relatively inexpensive repair would keep it in service for at least another season,” Kenyon says. Of course, for the average homeowner—for someone who looks at the furnace as a source of not only heat, but mystery—it can be quite challenging to distinguish between a doomed-to-fail furnace and a temporarily handicapped one. That being the case, Kenyon recommends discussing your concerns with a qualified HVAC technician “sooner rather than later.” Until then, closely monitor the appliance, and keep an eye out for indications of poor performance. Click through now for a few red flags to look for!This content has been brought to you by Sears Home Services. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila.com.
Is your hot water suddenly running ice cold? Don’t panic! Head down to the water heater to check the pilot and relight it. But first, learn the basics here.
Opening a washer to find standing water can put a damper on anyone’s day. Find out what could be the cause of a washer not draining, and whether the solution is a minor fix or a major repair.
Banish the bills and jettison the junk mail with one—or more—of these 10 expertly crafted filing solutions you can make yourself.