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07-24-2010	Not every home maintenance chore takes all day or costs a bundle. Here are 20 worthwhile tasks that will take you 20 minutes or less to accomplish—but will eliminate unpleasant surprises down the line and can help your home operate more smoothly. Aim
07-17-2010	It’s time to stock up on drinking water and flashlight batteries in case you need them during monsoon season power outages or floods.
07-10-2010	There are hundreds of simple chores—or quick phone calls to qualified contractors—that can make your home safer and healthier for your family. Here are 20 to tend to right away:

05-15-2009	The new economic stimulus tax credit for energy-efficient home improvements includes insulation, and chances are, you need new insulation. Most homes, especially if they’re more than 10 years old, don’t have enough.
05-08-2009	As you shop for windows, you’ll hear lot of jargon about glazing, spacers and cladding. You might be hoping to qualify for the new federal energy-efficiency tax credit, which requires low U-factors and solar heat gain coefficients.
05-01-2009	If your windows and doors are letting your cool, air-conditioned air leak outdoors, your electric bill will tell you so pretty soon.

11-22-2008	Like an engraved invitation, your home’s front door urges friends and family to come in, and welcomes them once they do.
11-15-2008	You’ve seen those ugly white streaks on natural stone and concrete patio floors—maybe even on yours.
11-08-2008	In the wilting desert heat, even window frames can sag.