Many air leaks and drafts are easy to find because they are easy to feel — like those around windows and doors. But holes hidden in attics, basements, and crawlspaces are usually bigger problems. Sealing these leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping will have a great impact on improving your comfort and reducing utility bills. Continue reading
Energy prices are on the rise across the nation. As a result, heating costs will consume an increasingly larger portion of a household’s energy budget. That’s why it’s important to check your home to insure that your heating dollars aren’t being wasted. Continue reading
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency minor water leaks in homes account for more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year in the United States. That’s equivalent to the annual water use of Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami combined. Continue reading
Household plumbing maintenance issues can seem like just an irritating thing that you might get to sometime. But every drip drip drip of water that goes down the drain is water that you pay for each month. A leaky faucet or toilet that runs can add up to gallons and gallons of water every month literally down the drain. Continue reading
But besides being ideal for storage, attics represent a great opportunity to save money. How? The largest source of potential heat loss in a home is through the top. Attic insulation traps the heat inside to keep the house warm. Continue reading
Are you looking for a way to reduce your utility bills? A Minnesota Handyman can help you evaluate your home and suggest ways to keep your heating and cooling bills low. Installing insulation in your attic may be one of the keys to increasing your home’s efficiency. Continue reading
Learning how to avoid plumbing problems can save you a lot of money and a lot of headache. A little prevention can go a long way. Just in case, consult a Minnesota Handyman for those times that are too serious for you to handle all by yourself. Continue reading
It’s common to get bored with the look of outside of your house. Most likely you don’t need to move. You just need to do a little more keeping up with the Jones. Take a good look at the houses on your street. What have your neighbors done to make their houses stand out? Most likely it’s simple projects that you can easily do or have done. Continue reading
Unfortunately, very few homes are already picture perfect when the owners make the decision to sell. Most require anywhere from minor repairs to major renovations. How little or how much work you wish to put into your house is entirely up to you. However, remember the more attractive your home, the more appealing it will be to prospective buyers. And the more appealing … the faster the sale (and the higher the offer!!). Continue reading