Archive for September, 2008

Resources for Women Interested in DIY Home Improvement

 
When I make a trip to my local hardware store, I usually do not see many women perusing the power tools section. However, it seems that many women ARE taking on home improvement projects- perhaps some out of necessity and others out of interest and desire. After all, there is a sense [...]

How to Replace a Home Air Filter

Replacing a home air filter is not a difficult task. What can make the job tricky is 1) remembering to do it, 2) buying the right replacement filter, and 3) making sure that you are replacing ALL the filters.
What you may need to change your filter:
-A Stepladder
-A Screwdriver-The vent cover does not [...]

How to Install a Wire Shelving Closet Organizer

The closet in our kid's playroom was constructed as a clothing closet. It had the standard hanger rod and upper shelf. What I really needed was lots of shelving to hold boxes and toys. And I did want some sort of hanging rod for dress up clothes and costumes, but not six [...]

Reviewing Your Homeowners Insurance Policy

If you have completed one or more significant home improvement projects, chances are that you have increased the replacement cost of your home.  The market value of your home may not have appreciated, but certainly the cost of building an exact duplicate of your home has increased.  You probably want to [...]