"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" - BENJAMIN FRANKLINFranklin said it over 200 years ago, but it's never been more true - or valuable - for today's homeowner. With the increasing costs of utilities and home repairs, doing a little preventative maintenance will preserve your home, increase its value and save you money in repairs and energy costs. Simple things such as replacing air filters, adding a programmable thermostat and insulating your water heater are easy fixes that will save you money. Filling cracked concrete, installing gutter covers and re-caulking a tub or shower will increase the value of your home. Step-by-step instructions for these and other inexpensive projects are right inside.Money-saving projects inside:- Check & Replace Air Filters- Weather-seal Windows & Doors- Stop Drafts Around Light Switches- Install a Programmable Thermostat- Wrap a Water Heater- Replace a Damaged Shingle- Attach Gutters- Seal Chimney Flashing- Install Gutter Covers- Secure Downspouts- Check Ductwork for Leaks- Fix Hot & Cold Spots- Insulate Water Pipes- Re-caulk a Tub- Install a Motion Sensor Light Switch- Insulate Basement & Garage Walls- Fill Cracks in Concrete- Repair Mortar Joints- Fix a Squeaky Floor- Install a Faucet Cut-off- Repair a Window Screen- Fix a Sticking Door

Author: Staggs, Brad
Publisher: Betterway Home
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Spend-A-Little, Save-A-Lot Home Improvements
Pages: 00160 (Encrypted EPUB) / 00160 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2011-06-05
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781440304330
Category: House & Home : Remodeling & Renovation - General