Home Repair & Maintenance

Vinyl replacement windows today come in pre-hung, self-contained units that are a breeze to install. You just remove the old wood sashes and trim, pop the new window into the opening, sink a few...

Stuck windows are a nuisance on the first sunny day of spring. Actually, a window that won't go up or come down without causing a hernia in a homeowner is a hassle any day. Sticking, rough-sliding...

Maybe your new puppy made his own door by ripping a good sized hole in the screen door. Maybe your cat become overly excited by the fluttering bird outside and climbed the window screen, tearing...

Wooden shutters may be found both on the inside and outside of a house. Interior shutters are most likely installed in a different manner from exterior ones. You probably will have to unscrew the...

Installing window tint film on residential house windows can reduce the amount of light entering the house. This can save in cooling bills, as well as provide privacy for the occupants. The tint...

Spending most of your time out in the garage on a hot summer day can be exhausting. With no way to cool down, you will not be able to work as hard. Putting in an air conditioner is a simple...

Windows are a standard fixture for any home. Whether you require a replacement or new window frame for your home, you have a range of options---some of which are easy to operate. When making your...

Replacing a broken window in your home can be a do it yourself project. Read over the steps, gather your tools and get started. In no time at all, you can replace a broken window in your own home!

As it starts to get colder preparing your house for winter becomes more and more important. The cold, snow and ice that winter brings can cause expensive problems in and outside of your home....

If you live in a mobile home you most likely do not have a central air conditioner unit. However, due to the size of most mobile homes, this is not necessary. You can comfortably cool down the...

Placing a cat door in an existing door isn't a viable option for many people, including renters or homeowners who don't want to cut into a centuries-old kitchen door. You can easily place a cat...

The lightweight design of window screens means that they occasionally will need to be replaced or repaired. Storms or wear and tear may be the reason, or you may move into a home in which the...

Window treatment is an essential part of interior decorating. Choosing the right kind of drapes or blinds can add the perfect accentuation to an already great looking room. Here are some options...

Properly preparing and painting the interior of your windows will give your room a new look and add to the energy efficiency of your home. Painting your window also helps to protect the wood...

All windows are alike right? Windows do more than let in light and allow you to see out. They need to keep out wind, rain, and snow. Picking the right energy efficient window can be easy if you...

Many homeowners can be intimidated by the possibility of trying to paint window sills because sills are consistently exposed to the elements and require careful preparation before being repainted....

During their lifespan, exterior wood window sills experience a high degree of extreme weather exposure. When combined with the amount of energy transmission that occurs at a window, the window...

Window panes that are loose let cold air in, warm air out and rattle annoyingly on windy days. Window frames shrink and expand with the seasons. Caulk and putty break down over time. Apply new...

Skylights add a lot of light, and in some cases, heat to a room. Unfortunately, the sun doesn't always give you a break, and skylights can provide too much light, or light at the wrong times....

Homeowners often select vinyl window trim and siding due to its durability and low maintenance. Vinyl window trim can be cleaned with a power washer, but failure to properly use the power-washing...

A storm window is characterized as a window that is mounted inside or outside of a main glass window of a house. It improves the thermal efficiency of the existing window and can be made of glass,...

Are your wood window frames looking a little worn out? Or maybe you would like to trade out your stained wood window frames for the clean look of painted white, or vice versa. Refinishing your...

Mold commonly grows in warm, humid areas; bathrooms and kitchens are particularly vulnerable to mold growth. Mold is a health concern, and can result in respiratory problems, congestion, sore...

Mold is a fungi that grows in damp or humid areas. It can grows on just about anything, including your window sill. A window sill can be particularly vulnerable because of condensation on the...

Do-it-yourself window sill insulation can improve energy efficiency and lower your energy bills by keeping out cold air in the winter and keeping the heat out in the summer. Your options to...

When a window or door screen becomes damaged, often the first thought is to take window panel or door off and haul it to the local screen repair shop. While this saves the hassle of dealing with...

Casement windows can provide increased draft resistance and energy efficiency, but sometimes these windows need replacing. When it's time to replace a casement window, following a simple order of...

Removing window glazing is not difficult, but doing it incorrectly can cause some trouble. Both common removal techniques have some dangers---heating the old glaze could cause a fire while...

If you look at a window screen, the dark-colored rubber bordering the screen and recessed in the metal window frame is the spline. When changing the window screen, you will need to re-install the...

Everyone wants to increase their comfort level, and with summer temperatures rising every year and winters becoming less pleasant, ensuring that your living environment is adequately heated or...

Moldings serve multiple purposes. To the average home owner they appear to be decorative elements. Ask any carpenter, and he will tell you their primary function is to cover ugly gaps and hold...

According to the 2007 Buildings Energy Data Book, space heating is the largest single drain on the average household's energy. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), energy loss through...

Window screens are so useful and convenient for keeping out bugs and flying debris that they are easy to forget about and neglect. Standing up to the weather all year and taking a beating from...

Condensation on windows occurs when humid air hits colder glass. To get rid of condensation on a skylight, you will either have to reduce the humidity in your house or raise the temperature of the...

Condensation on windows occurs when humid air hits colder glass. To get rid of condensation on a skylight, you will either have to reduce the humidity in your house or raise the temperature of the...

Replacing a broken window screen may not be as simple as it once was, as windows no longer come in a standard size. Some window screens have to be ordered special. However, kits are available at...

UV light can fade and discolor nearly everything it comes into contact with, even things that are inside your home, and your hardwood furniture is no exception. You can avoid this from happening...

Most infrared heat gain involves sunshine coming through windows. This is advantageous in cold temperatures, but during summer heat, the extra warmth forces cooling systems to work harder and...

Arachnophobia, fear of spiders, is not uncommon, but on the other hand, many people love spiders and can become quite obsessive about their spider-watching hobby. Most people fall somewhere in the...

Removing a window from a stucco wall can be a challenging and time-consuming process for those unfamiliar with making their own home improvements. Removing windows held in place beneath the stucco...

Removing a screen from a window frame is a fairly simple task. Though it is simple, it can be time-consuming. This is especially true if your window screens have set in place for a long time....

Properly applying film insulation to a window increases a structure's energy efficiency year-round by preventing the movement of heat through the window's glass. During summer, the film reflects...

Houses are ever-evolving works in progress. There is always something to fix, including torn, frayed, worn-out or just plain missing window screens. A number of screen replacement materials are...

If your window screens are damaged, you can repair them yourself. There is no need to replace them. You can either take the old frame apart and replace the screen, or cut a new frame to the same...

Saving money on energy costs is a big concern for those living in cold climates. As the winter months approach the cost of heating homes goes up, up and up. That is something most home owners...

It may be necessary to run a cable through a window screen to allow for electricity, phone service or Internet service outdoors. You might also want to run a speaker wire through a window screen....

Keeping a house well painted is an essential part of any home maintenance program. Windows and doors present a particular challenge with their architectural details. Keeping windows well caulked...

Often a storm window can seem like it's cemented in place, especially after sitting in an exposed location for six months of wintry conditions. The caulking, though soft and pliable when first...

No modern window compares to the beauty of handcrafted wood sash windows. Coupled with modern storm windows, they provide protection equal to the latest in double pane thermal glass. With proper...

Buying a new window screen can seem difficult if you've never done it before. There are multiple options for screen replacements and multiple stores to get them from. These simple steps should...