 | New Year's Resolutions  Now’s the time to add a few New Year’s home improvement resolutions to your already long list. Here are some worth considering that will keep your house in shape, help the environment, and save you money. - Stay Safe: The start of a New Year is the perfect time to replace the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors. Also, check to be sure your fire extinguishers are in working order and easy to access. Another important fire prevention resolution is to have your chimney inspected and the flue cleaned if necessary. Read more...
8 Great Ways To Save On Heating Costs  With winter here, families all across the country are trying to find ways to save on their energy bills. Here are some proven ways to help you cut costs this winter. - Have Furnace Serviced
Your heat source is the biggest user of energy in your home during the winter. It only makes sense that your system should run as efficiently as possible. Having the heating system serviced and changing the filter regularly will ensure the system is operating as efficiently and inexpensively as possible. - Lower Thermostat Temperature
For every degree that you lower the temperate in your home, you will save 2-3% of your total heating bill. You can adjust the temperature manually or install a programmable thermostat to do this automatically. Read more . . . Help Houseplants Cope With Winter  Now that the weather’s getting cooler, houseplants aren't always so happy with the change. They know that they belong in the tropics, and they’re not too keen on spending their winters in an artificially heated climate. Here's some tips to help them adjust to the changes.
Try the following to help plants cope with the cold: - Go Slow: Growth slows down in the winter, so stop fertilizing houseplants and reduce watering until spring growth resumes.
- Cold Damage: Low light plants in northern windows can get too cold. Move them to a sunny eastern or southern exposure until spring. On freezing nights, keep foliage from touching cold window glass. Read more...
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Everyday Energy Efficiency
Whether it’s environmental concern or simply the household budget that drives us, everyone wants to save energy in their home. So we’re exploring some everyday ways you can make that happen yourself. | January 16-January 22
Practical Home Technology
Have you seen high dollar, high tech houses and dreamed of that kind of convenience, but don't have that kind of budget? Well, you're not alone, and you can have some of those bells and whistles without breaking the bank. We'll show you how. | January 23-January 29
A Kitchen That Cooks
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then a kitchen renovation is like open heart surgery. It needs to be approached with planning and care, but it can make a huge difference in your quality of life. | January 30-February 5
5 Great Updates
If your home is looking a little dated, one of these 5 projects might be just the thing you need to bring it up-to-date. | February 6-February 12
Easy Interior Enhancements
Often the most effective enhancements for a home’s interior are the easiest to accomplish. With a few pieces of molding and a little elbow grease, we’re making some great improvements for some happy homeowners. | | To find the show in your area, check out our local listings. |
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