From Lisa Johnson, Dane County UW Extension horticulture educator: Vegetables: Tomato and pepper seeds need about 6-8 weeks after germination before they can go outside. Weather permitting, transplants started indoors can generally be planted outside between May 15-20 as long as soil temperatures are at least 60 degrees and night-time temperatures are above 50 degrees. […]
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Controlling Relative Humidity In Your Home
Controlling Relative Humidity In Your Home from the Carrier Consumer Education Video Series. In Northern climates, we’re inside all winter with the furnace running. If you’ve experienced static electricity or dry throat at night, watch this video. In it, Larry Hacker and Stuart Keith discuss some different options for controlling a home’s relative humidity. To […]
Remodeling Your Kitchen – Part 2
In Part 1 we discussed the importance of Planning and Design when undertaking a kitchen remodeling project. When you are confident that you’ve done your research, it’s time to review estimates, select a bid and sign an agreement. To properly compare bids requires specifics and short, vague estimates usually result in problems down the […]
Remodeling Your Kitchen – Part 1
The kitchen is the main gathering place for many families and even when entertaining, many times the party winds up in the kitchen. Here are some things to consider when thinking of a new kitchen: There are 3 elements to a kitchen remodeling project: Preparation, Design and Installation. First, visualize your dream kitchen. What do […]
Monthly Home Maintenance Tips For March
Monthly Home Maintenance Tips For March: General walk through. Check for disconnected downspouts and gutter back-up; water leaks in basement. Change/clean air filter in furnace. Check temperature and pressure gauges if you have a system with a boiler. Check/add salt to water softener. Check fire, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Check along roof eaves and […]
Garden Calendar – Week of Mar. 2
From Lisa Johnson, UW-Extension horticulture educator: Houseplants: You can start fertilizing houseplants again at this time of year. Generally, you want to hold off fertilizing from December to February due to the short day length and low light levels. The extra nitrogen only encourages weak, leggy growth at that time, and the low light levels […]
Furnace Maintenance – What You And Your Professional Can Do
Furnace Maintenance – What You And Your Professional Can Do video from the Carrier Consumer Education Series. Your furnace has had to work extra hard during this long, cold winter! To keep it working efficiently, watch this video. In it, Larry Hacker and Stuart Keith take an in-depth look at professional and do-it-yourself furnace maintenance. […]
How Much Money Could You Save With A Geothermal System?
Everyone knows we’ve had a long, very cold winter. In some places, like Wisconsin, it’s the coldest winter in 40 years!! Heating bills have gone through the roof, especially for those homeowners who depend on propane to heat their homes! In this video from the Today’s Home Remodeler TV series, homeowners who have made the […]
What Every Homeowner Should Know About Plumbing
Know the location of the main water shut-off valve; it’s usually by the water meter. Also know where additional shut-off valves are for your water heater, water softener, clothes washer, dishwasher and all kitchen and bathroom sinks. Test those shut-off valves once each year to make sure they operate properly. If you notice dripping water […]
How to Refinish a Bathtub with Miracle Method of Minnesota
How to Refinish a Bathtub with Miracle Method of Minnesota from the Today’s Home Remodeler TV series. Watch how this ugly tub is totally transformed with the Miracle Method Surface Refinishing System. Check back often for home building, remodeling and maintenance tips. For much more, visit our website.
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