Photo: Thinkstock Images/Stockbyte via Getty Images. Nestled within the exterior walls of many homes lies a small but crucial feature that most homeowners have never even noticed: weep holes. These ...
There’s nothing worse than wrapping yourself in a blanket, turning the heater on, and still feeling a cold breeze sneaking in through your window. But the good news is that you don’t always need ...
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Are you tired of dealing with drafts, water ...
The label promises decades, but your bathroom tells a different story.
Welcome to the second installment in our eight-week winterizing challenge. Last week we talked about a quick fix for drafty windows—insulating them with a quick-stick plastic during the winter. My ...
There’s an old saying, “It’s the little things that matter.” And we agree. Because we know firsthand that even the tiniest leak can result in super-duper damage to your home. This is where a $25 ...
The caulking on this window has crumbled (and the window frame itself has cracked), which makes it very drafty. If a spot looks like it needs fresh caulk, lick your finger and hold it near the gap on ...