Yearly Upkeep
What is making small holes in your yard and what to do
Find out what is making small holes in yard areas by checking the size, shape and mounds, then decide how to repair the lawn and stop the digging.
Jolene Imhoff
Jolene Imhoff writes for people who just got their first set of keys. She breaks the first year into small, ordered steps and keeps the garage and the maintenance calendar in plain view.
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Yearly UpkeepWhen and how to refinish a stained wood front door
Learn when your wood stain door needs a fresh finish and follow step by step instructions to prep, stain and seal it against the weather.
Yearly UpkeepHow to keep porch floor boards sound year after year
Keep wood porch decking sound year after year with this practical spring routine for inspecting, cleaning, and safely sealing your front porch deck.
Garage Organization9 things not to store in your garage and where they belong
Find nine things in a garage you should never store there to protect your house from fire and pests, along with exact steps to safely move or discard them.
Garage OrganizationHow to set up a garage workbench that fits your projects
Set up a garage workbench that fits your space and projects with the right dimensions, a tough work surface, bright lighting and safe power access.
Garage OrganizationHow to choose garage storage cabinets that last
Find the right garage storage cabinets to organize your tools and gear. Learn how to measure your space, choose materials and anchor heavy duty units safely.
Garage Organization14 garage organization ideas that fit the car back in
Get your parking spot back with these practical garage organization ideas that help you clear the floor, sort your tools and claim the space.
First Home Basics8 first home improvements worth doing in year one
Find out which first home improvement projects to tackle in year one to protect your house, cut energy bills and make daily life easier.