How Often to Clean Gutters With Guards (And Stop Overflows)
Think gutter guards mean you'll never climb a ladder again? Learn why debris still causes overflows and exactly how to maintain your protected gutters this spring.
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Basement Musty Smell Won't Go Away? 4 Hidden Causes
Running a dehumidifier around the clock but still dealing with a basement musty smell? Discover four hidden sources of localized moisture and how to eliminate them for good.
How to Find Where Mice Are Getting In (And Stop Them)
Hearing scratching in the cabinets? Learn how to find where mice are getting in and permanently seal your kitchen's hidden entry points using simple, chemical-free methods.
Should Crawl Space Vents Be Open or Closed in Summer?
Wondering what to do with your foundation vents as the weather warms up? Discover why modern building science says keeping them closed is the best way to prevent mold, rot, and moisture damage.
Why You Need a Spring Chimney Inspection Before the Summer Heat
Most homeowners wait until fall to book a chimney sweep, but mid-spring is the smartest time to clean out winter ash, prevent summer odors, and block nesting pests.
How to Check Your Crawl Space for Moisture and Stop Mold
Spring rainstorms often trap hidden water under your house. Learn how to safely inspect your crawl space for moisture before summer heat turns it into a mold problem.
How to Reduce Basement Humidity and Prevent Summer Mold
As spring rains transition into sticky summer heat, cool basements often begin to 'sweat.' Learn how to diagnose moisture sources, properly size a dehumidifier, and stop condensation before mold takes hold.
10 Clever DIY Backyard Lifehacks Every Homeowner Needs
Get your outdoor space ready for summer with these 10 clever, inexpensive DIY backyard lifehacks. From natural weed killers to squeaky gate fixes, save time and money this weekend.
How to Prep Your Fireplace for Summer (and Save on AC)
An unsealed summer fireplace lets expensive AC escape and pulls humid, stale air into your home. Learn how to clean, seal, and prep your hearth for the warmer months.
How to Clean Your Bathroom Exhaust Fan Before Summer
As mid-spring rolls into summer, rising humidity combined with hot showers creates the perfect breeding ground for mold. Learn how to clean your bathroom exhaust fan to protect your home's air quality.
How to Prep Your Gas Grill for Summer and Avoid Flare-Ups
Don't let hidden winter damage ruin your first backyard barbecue. Learn how to safely prep your gas grill for summer by checking for propane leaks, clearing spider webs from burner tubes, and removing fire-hazard grease.
How to Switch Your Furnace Humidifier to Summer Mode
Don't let your air conditioner work overtime this year. Learn how to switch your whole-house humidifier to summer mode to save energy and prevent frozen AC coils.
How to Clean Your Window AC Unit Before the Summer Heat
Before wrestling your window AC into the frame, give it a deep clean. Learn how to safely dismantle, vacuum, and wash your unit to prevent musty smells and high energy bills.
How to Clean Window Screens and Prevent Summer Bugs
Get your windows ready for fresh summer air. Learn how to safely wash window screens without stretching the mesh, and patch minor tears to keep mosquitoes outside where they belong.
How to Clean Window Weep Holes to Prevent Leaks
Don't panic over water pooling in your window tracks. Learn how to quickly locate and clean window weep holes to prevent costly spring rain leaks.
How to Mulch Around Your Foundation Without Causing Rot
Spreading fresh mulch is a classic spring chore, but piling it against your siding can cause expensive rot and invite termites. Learn how to grade your soil and mulch safely.
How to Inspect Your Roof for Damage (Without a Ladder)
Winter weather can secretly compromise your roof. Learn how to safely spot missing shingles, damaged flashing, and hidden leaks from the ground before spring rains arrive.
How to Check Your Outdoor Faucet for Hidden Winter Leaks
Don't turn on your garden hose this spring without testing your exterior faucets first. Learn how a simple two-person test can save your basement from hidden winter freeze damage.
Spring Lawn Prep: How to Get Your Grass Ready for Summer
Rushing to fertilize or mow too early can damage your lawn's root system. Learn the correct order of operations for spring yard prep to build a resilient, green foundation.
How to Turn On Your Sprinkler System Safely This Spring
Ready to water your lawn this spring? Learn how to safely turn on your sprinkler system without causing water hammer or expensive underground leaks.