Hints From the Homefront

Hints from the Homefront–Nov-Dec 2009

Nov. 2 Winterize Garden
Nov. 3 Renewing Rusted Handrails
Nov. 4 Fall Interior Checklist
Nov. 5 Cold Morning, Hot Shower
Nov. 6 Fall Exterior Checklist
Nov. 9 Final Payment
Nov. 10 Outside Touch Up
Nov. 11 Safe Space Heating
Nov. 12 Insulation Comfort
Nov. 13 Seal Garage Floor
Nov. 16 Check Chimney
Nov. 17 Moving Furniture
Nov. 18 Pipe Wrap
Nov. 19 Inside Touch Ups
Nov. 20 Drain Clean
Nov. 23 Simple Winter Energy Savings
Nov. 24 Leaky Shower Door Repair
Nov. 25 Cover Ceiling Stain
Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Day
Nov. 27 Door Decorate
Nov. 30 Countertop Paint
Dec. 1 Carpet Cleaning
Dec. 2 Carbon Monoxide Detector
Dec. 3 Candle Safety
Dec. 4 Holiday Gift
Dec. 7 Homemade Holiday Decorations
Dec. 8 Thresholds
Dec. 9 Cut Christmas Tree
Dec. 10 Wood Smoke Pollution
Dec. 11 Waterproof Basement
Dec. 14 Safe Christmas Tree
Dec. 15 Don’t Advertise You’re Away
Dec. 16 Cold Weather Crafts
Dec. 17 Hanging Lights
Dec. 18 Decorating Safety
Dec. 21 Winter Begins, Heat Index
Dec. 22 Choose Fresh Christmas Tree
Dec. 23 Stainless Steel Paint
Dec. 24 Christmas Prep
Dec. 25 Christmas Day
Dec. 28 Root of the Problem
Dec. 29 Snow Shoveling
Dec. 30 Dealing with Ice
Dec. 31 Christmas Tree Recycle

Hints from the Homefront–Sept-Oct. 2009

Sept. 1 Finding Studs
Sept. 2 Clean Aerator
Sept. 3 Squirrel Solution
Sept. 4 Pressure Washer Tips
Sept. 7 Clean Grill
Sept. 8 Shelving Options
Sept. 9 How Long will it Last
Sept. 10 Curb Appeal
Sept. 11 Drain Water Heater
Sept. 14 Leaky Toilet
Sept. 15 Tile Counter Top
Sept. 16 Vinyl Floor Repair
Sept. 17 Open Stuck Window
Sept. 18 No-slip Rugs
Sept. 21 Square Layout Lines
Sept. 22 Autumn Begins
Sept. 23 Seal Ductwork
Sept. 24 Change Tub Faucet
Sept. 25 Radiant Floor Heating
Sept. 28 Checking a Level
Sept. 29 Wood Look Floors
Sept. 30 Window Cleaning
Oct. 1 Chimney Checklist
Oct. 2 Protect Deck
Oct. 5 Saving Joint Compound
Oct. 6 Tape Measure Care
Oct. 7 Circular Saw Safety
Oct. 8 Insulate Attic Stairs
Oct. 9 Cutting Insulation
Oct. 12 What Glue?
Oct. 13 Do it Yourself
Oct. 14 DIY Gutter Cleaner
Oct. 15 Winter Water Efficiency
Oct. 16 Indoor Air Quality
Oct. 19 Winterize Mower
Oct. 20 Be Prepared
Oct. 21 Fill Big Gaps
Oct. 22 Water Shut Off
Oct. 23 Removing Adhesive
Oct. 26 Paint Before Cold
Oct. 27 Generator Safety
Oct. 28 Laundry Room Tips
Oct. 29 Concrete Crack Repair
Oct. 30 Energy Audit

Hints from the Homefront – July -Aug 2009

July 1 Charcoal Grilling
July 2 Fireworks Safety
July 3 Landscape Light Maintenance
July 6 Gasoline Storage
July 7 Water Features
July 8 Landscape Water Use
July 9 Outdoor Lighting Solution
July 10 Reduce Irrigation
July 13 Too Hot to Paint
July 14 Exterior Paint Prep
July 15 Research
July 16 Exterior Latex Paint
July 17 Exterior Paint Technique
July 20 Lawnmower Safety
July 21 Awning Options
July 22 Air Conditioner Sizing
July 23 Universal Design
July 24 Air Conditioner Maintenance
July 27 Attic Ventilation
July 28 Lumber Selection
July 29 Pool Maintenance
July 30 Low Flow Shower Heads
July 31 Hot Weather Safety
Aug 3 Watersense
Aug 4 Window Heat
Aug 5 Programmable Thermostat
Aug 6 Room Air Conditioner Size
Aug 7 Plants on Vacation
Aug 10 Seal Asphalt Drive
Aug 11 Siding Replace
Aug 12 Shingle Replace
Aug 13 Install Sprinkler
Aug 14 Seal Garage Floor
Aug 17 Mower Selection
Aug 18 Rust Stains on Concrete
Aug 19 Efficient Water Heater
Aug 20 Irrigation Repair
Aug 21 SEER Rating
Aug 24 Painting Tricky Items
Aug 25 Door Mat Drying Rack
Aug 26 Downspout Drainage
Aug 27 Water Savings in Drought
Aug 28 Caulk Concrete Cracks
Aug 31 Outdoor Ceiling Fans

Hints from the Homefront — May-June 2009

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May 1

safe grilling

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May 4

cleaning baths

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May 5

cleaning window screens

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May 6

woodwork plans

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May 7

budget landscape

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May 8

gas grill safety

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May 11

window clean

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May 12

door painting

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May 13

get rid of ants

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May 14

prep pool for summer

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May 15

outdoor kitchens

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May 18

grill cleaning

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May 19

deck seal

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May 20

green grilling

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May 21

deck repair

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May 22

choose grill

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May 25

memorial day

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May 26

window do’s and don’ts

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May 27

paint prep

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May 28

fence renew

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May 29

window paint

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June 1

construction puzzle

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June 2

ventilation

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June 3

ceiling fans

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June 4

water stained ceiling

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June 5

water filter

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June 8

bees and wasps

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June 9

safe steps

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June 10

play set upkeep

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June 11

budget flooring

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June 12

irrigation savings

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June 15

father’s day ideas

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June 16

sharpen mower blade

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June 17

child safe garden tools

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June 18

mower height

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June 19

window replacement

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June 22

summer energy savings

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June 23

care for soil

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June 24

misting

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June 25

sun protection

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June 26

call before you dig

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June 29

window screen repair

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June 30

roof cleaning

Hints from the Homefront — March-April 2009

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March 2

Early Seed Planting

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March 3

Determining the Date of Early Planting

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March 4

Chimney Sweeps Can SaveYour Home

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March 5

Safely Pulling Nails

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March 6

Daylight Savings Time

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March 9

Shims are Your Friends

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March 10

Preventing Back Injuries!

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March 11

Saving Time on Quick Fixes

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March 12

Installing a Bi-Fold Door

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March 13

Making Your Own Seed Tapes

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March 16

Getting Your Lawnmower Ready

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March 17

Using a Sister to Strengthen a Joist

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March 18

Hanging a Ceiling Fixture

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March 29

A Well-Maintained Home

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March 20

Springs Here! Open YourWindows – Safely

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March 23

Make a Message Center

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March 24

Finding the Right Professional

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March 25

Choosing a Faucet

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March 26

Choosing the Right Replacement Windows

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March 27

Selecting the Right Paint

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March 30

Making Your Lawn the Best

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March 31

The Value of a Good HomeInspection

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April 1

April is Home Improvement Month

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April 2

Drainage Hints

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April 3

Time Saver for Furniture Painting

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April 6

Remove Vinyl Flooring Likea Pro

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April 7

Louvers, Louvers

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April 8

Covering a Water Stain

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April 9

Repairing Loose Screws on a Kitchen Cabinet

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April 10

The Tradition of Easter Eggs

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April 13

Central Vacuum Units

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April 14

Pruning Trees and Shrubs

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April 15

Saving Money on KitchenCabinets

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April 16

Repairing Concrete

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April 17

Building a Path in Your Garden or Yard

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April 20

Reduce, Reuse, Recyle

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April 21

Energy Star Products

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April 22

Conserving Water

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April 23

Reducing Runoff Pollution

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April 24

Celebrate National Arbor Day

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April 27

Maintaining Your Garage Door

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April 28

Repairing a Door Shoe

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April 29

Repairing Bricks

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April 30

Opening Stuck Windows