Anne Burkley

Although a whole house water filter system sounds complicated, it's actually simple. It is a point-of-entry filtration system that filters water as it enters a house. This means that...

Does your front lawn look like a postage stamp with a couple of overgrown shrubs around the foundation? If so, add some life to your yard and update your curb appeal by creating a...

We have learned to think carefully about the chemicals we use to protect our property (and family!) from bugs and weeds. Americans are increasingly concerned about the effects of...

As a child, I never lived in house without a home intercom system. We weren't rich or lazy. It was just much easier for my mom to communicate with my racecar driver dad, who spent...

There are many kinds of roofing shingles available for your home. What's the difference between them? Usually, the main factor when you compare roofing shingles is budget. Cost varies...

Ah, summer. For those with AC, it’s a wonderful season full of outdoor (and indoor!) fun; for those without, it can be miserable and even dangerous. Homeowners in the market...

Stay cool this summer, even if a conventional central air conditioning system or a window unit is out of the question. There are other options -- two distinct types of coolers, both...

Rain gutter cleaning is right behind washing the windows on most homeowners’ lists of favorite chores. It’s messy, time-consuming and not a fun way to spend a Saturday...

When you have a tank hot water heater, it works by keeping a reserve of water heated at all times for your convenience. Most manufacturers adjust the thermostat to a default of 140...

If you are a homeowner, particularly the kind who doesn't shy away from simple do-it-yourself projects, chances are good that you are going to run into a situation where you need...