If you own an older home or even a newer one with wood windows, you've probably found yourself wondering how to fix stuck windows and doors. The wood surrounding windows and doors often swells during wet or cold weather, which makes them difficult to open. Trying to force them open can damage their frames and lead to costly repairs. So, instead of hauling out the crowbar, … [Read more...] about How To Fix Stuck Windows And Doors FAST
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Cleaning Mistakes That Lower Home Value
We all know the obvious things that damage property values, like a leaky roof or a lack of curb appeal. But there are cleaning mistakes that lower home values because they're the result of neglect that potential buyers will have to pay to correct. It's never too early to address these things. Ideally, you'd start as soon as you buy a house. But, if you've been living in … [Read more...] about Cleaning Mistakes That Lower Home Value
How To Clean Blinds
If you've got a lot of dust in your house, you'll want to know how to clean blinds. Most people with allergies prefer blinds because they hold onto less dust than curtains, but that's only true if they're cleaned regularly. In most cases, you don't need to take blinds down to clean them. That's another reason I like them better than curtains! But understand: if your … [Read more...] about How To Clean Blinds
How To Wash Windows Without Leaving Streaks
One of the more frustrating parts of Spring Cleaning is figuring out how to wash windows without leaving streaks. I used to put this chore off until I couldn't stand seeing the grime any longer. Then one Spring I decided that I wasn't going to bother, so I hired a window-washing crew to clean all 35 windows in my house. They finished in just under an hour, inside and … [Read more...] about How To Wash Windows Without Leaving Streaks