Front door color frustrated? Theresa shared a tip in this month’s Better Homes & Gardens

When it comes to buying a new roof, I recommend considering two important things that are easy to overlook: How does the roof look on…

While there’s not much you can do to control the cost of oil, natural gas, or propane, you can save money this winter by avoiding…

  March 20, 2010: MyFixitUpLife is Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day with professional carpenter and woodworker Jeff Devlin from HGTV’s Spice Up My Kitchen….

Over the years as a contractor visiting people’s homes for estimates, I’ve had to find ways to sum up people—and projects— quickly. Some you can…

It’s easier to mow your lawn in straight lines.
It’s easier to work with sharp tools.
It’s easier to exercise when you have the right gear.
And it’s easier to keep your home more comfortable, beautiful, and energy efficient when you can keep the cool air where you want it.

  October 30, 2010: We’re going door-to-door, delivering you the tips and tools you need to selecting and installing your perfect door.     Special…

For customers hoping their roof can be more art than asphalt, materials like quarried slate and thick cedar shakes come into play. They’re timelessly beautiful…

I saw this tool in the Woodworker’s Supply Catalogue  (yes, I still “read” paper catalogues) and it looks like it makes all the sense in…

Night is a perfect opportunity to add another dimension to your curb appeal. What’s the best light for boosting a home’s curb appeal at night?…

There are a few quick tips to edge your lawn like a pro. Check these out. A neatly trimmed lawn is a thing of beauty….

Listen to MyFixitUpLife’s Mark & Theresa talk with Tony Eschmeyer from Simonton Windows about the new guidelines at the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas….

Switch up how you mow your grass (north-south/east-west/diagonal.) If your mower stripes your grass, it gives a fresh look. And, if you’re (literally) mowing tracks…

The best door decoration is sometimes the easiest to make. This one is perfect for the Fourth of July, Flag Day, Memorial Day, and any day you want to show off some patriotism.

June offers so many reasons to add a little color and fun, so why not take a few hours this weekend and decorate your front…

Remodeling a 100+-year-old home presents many challenges and opportunities that can be quite satisfying, if you are willing to take the time and exert the…