Spend- A Little, Save A Lot - Home Improvements

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"

-Benjamin Franklin

Franklin 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 insulation 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