When you add awnings to your home, they are very useful in helping you keep cool in the warm summers, and they act as coverage in snowy or rainy weather. This video provides the types of awnings that you can get for your home windows, doors, or patios. With the knowledge of the different types of awnings that are available to choose from, you will be able to come to a conclusion on the type of shade you would like to install. The types of awnings mentioned in the video are retractable awnings and fixed awnings. Video Source In addition…

If you have ever needed a getaway space from your home, a man cave could be your best option. A man with a family may feel out of place or find the family home too crowded at times. You can build a man cave where you will get some privacy and enjoy some time with your friends. What is a Man Cave? A man cave is a designated space from the rest of the house. The room can be located in the main house or within the compound. Its primary purpose is to accommodate the man’s recreational activities, hobbies, or…

In this YouTube video, Consumer Reports discusses essential things to know when shopping for replacement windows. Before you spend thousands of dollars on getting new replacement windows, make sure that new windows are needed. It can take several years, even decades, to recoup the cost versus just having a higher energy bill. Video Source Rotting around the frame or condensation between the panes is an indication that you might need an upgrade. If the edges are still in good condition, consider partial replacement windows that fit directly into the frames or replace the faulty windows. When purchasing replacement windows, there…

The video talks about two types of garage doors which are canopy-like doors and retractable doors. It explains how canopy garage doors are automated and how retractable doors can either be manual or automated. It tells you how the canopy garage door has a steel frame fitting between the rails on the brick pairs. Video Source The video addresses how a retractable garage door has a framework that is permanently in place and supports the door. If you ever want to have a garage door with automated doors, you’d need to go for that. They are efficient, they can be…

From rats to rodents to roaches, most people have some type of struggle with a variety of pests that are ravaging their homes or yards. Yet, there are some people who cringe at the suggestion of pest control. It’s a common misconception that pests only affect the residences of poor housekeepers. If you keep up with your dishes and wipe your countertops down, then you can avoid pests. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case even though keeping your home clean isn’t a bad idea and can reduce the infestation of certain pests. The reality is that pest extermination goes far…

Great central air conditioning and heating systems can often last for years on end without breaking down. That said, even the best HVAC systems may someday require repair. That’s why we’re going to take a look at some of the most common AC problems. Fortunately, with the right AC repair services, you may be able to extend the life and efficiency of your AC system. The most common AC problem is perhaps a bad capacitor inside the condenser unit. Video Source Sometimes the capacitor will bulge out of the top of the AC unit, but other times they look perfectly…

There are many things that people can do to keep their AC unit working well instead of relying on AC service for everything. One of these is that if you wrap up your air conditioning for the winter, it’s important to remember to take off that covering when it gets close to AC season. If you turn off the circuit breaker that controls your air conditioner for the winter, don’t forget to turn that back on when spring comes. Video Source Your AC condenser coil can also be cleaned by the owner with water. It often gets dirty and dusty…

There are ways to get rid of mice from your home without having to kill them. This is where humane traps come in. However, there are right ways and wrong ways to use them. Follow these rodent removal tips from MellasPage and you can have a mice-free home and a clear-free conscious. Open the Trap Before Setting It’s best to know how to easily open the trap before a mouse is caught inside. Video Source Frightened mice can bite. Practice opening and closing it a few times before putting in the bait and setting. Humane Trap Setting Although mice are…

In many areas of the country, there is one critical and nearly lifesaving invention most homes have- and that is central heating and air. Of these, air can be the most in-demand as there is only so much you can do to cool down without turning on the air conditioner. As highlighted in this informative YouTube video, residential air conditioning is one of the systems that often get the most service calls. This is often true at the start of the warm seasons as the systems have sat unused and basically ignored for months during the winter and may have…