The “Home Inspector Blog” at the Star Tribune has published its Top 20 Home Inspection Photos from 2015. Take a look and have a chuckle at all sorts of bad ideas in action. Behold the cutting-edge “Roof Mullet” and marvel at the “Multi-tasker’s Bathroom”. You’ll discover creative ways to wire ceiling light fixtures, as well […]
Rating Renovations: DIY Home Improvement for Resale Home Buyers
(guest post by Francesca Holmes) When it comes to the housing market, frequently the best deal in your city or town is not a brand new home, but rather one that is a resale property. Buying a resale home can present a number of advantages aside from cost savings on the initial purchase price; […]
DeWalt Donates Tools to the Greenfield VFW
At the Grand Opening of power tool manufacturing at DeWalt’s facility in Greenfield, Indiana, on Veterans Day (November 11, 2015), DeWalt donated 70 power tools, hand tools and accessories to the Greenfield VFW including some of the finest professional corded power tools made right in Greenfield. Making the Donation for DeWalt and accepting the donation […]
Fix It In the Mix: Should I Renovate Before Moving Into a New Home?
(guest post by Chan Plett) It’s a familiar situation: you’re browsing your real estate app and up pops the perfect home in the perfect location. The big windows with a nice view, the quiet street, and all the space you need. And—you can’t believe your eyes—it’s an absolute bargain! So you check it out one […]
Choose the Right Fire Pit for Your Home
(guest post by Francesca Holmes) There is nothing like the ambiance of a crackling wood fire or natural gas fireplace any time of the year. Creating a quality, outdoor space that includes a fire pit can not only enhance your enjoyment of your home, but if done professionally, it can also increase your property value. […]
How to Clean and Detail Your Car
(guest post by Vince Lapinski) When it comes to keeping a squeaky clean and shiny car, there’s really no substitute for washing, waxing and detailing it by hand. In-and-out washes can’t properly rinse an automobile or evenly apply wax, no matter how advanced the technology. It can also be expensive to get your car […]
Fall Inspired Window Boxes
(guest post by Mikkie Mills) Oftentimes our homes start to look a little drab as the seasons wear on and your glass doors or barndoor hardware need a little more love and excitement. A great way to dress up your house for fall is to install and arrange autumn-themed window boxes. This is an easy […]
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Prolong the Shelf Life of Your Power Tools
(guest post by Paul Kearney) Regardless of what type of project you may be going into, a good power tool will more often than not make your life easier. The challenge, of course, is to keep your power tools working flawlessly for longer periods of time, and, despite the obvious fact that any tool will […]