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You Only Need to Replace Furnace Filters Once a SeasonYou may think you can save money on furnace filters by replacing them just once a season, but actually your filter…

 The Bathroom Exhaust Fan is Maintenance-FreeIf cleaning out the bathroom exhaust fan isn't one of your regular home maintenance tasks, add it to the list.First Quality Roofing and Insulation notes…

 If Your Carpet Feels Dry, It's Safe The bad news is, even if your carpet feels dry after a water incident, that doesn't mean it's completely dry.That's because standing water can…

 The Test Button is the Best Way to Check Your Smoke AlarmBy pressing the test button on your home's smoke alarm, what you're really doing is testing whether the sound…

 More Insulation is BetterAdding insulation is a home maintenance task many homeowners will tackle at some point. However, more isn't always better."While you want enough insulation to prevent heat escaping…

 Gutters Only Need to be Cleaned in the FallIf you think you only need to clean your gutters in the fall, think again. Gutters can get clogged with debris any…

 Save Energy by Turning Off the Air Conditioner When You're Not HomeYou may think you're saving on energy costs if you turn the AC off when you leave the house…

 60 Best Fourth of July Recipes to Please Any CrowdFrom main courses on the grill to bright side dishes showcasing seasonal ingredients.Whether you’re hosting a 4th of July party this…

 You'll Mow Less if You Cut the Grass Short If mowing isn't your favorite home maintenance task, you may be tempted to cut the grass short so you don't have to…