Ring in the New Year Home Upgrade Tips by Carey Brothers
The Carey Brothers share practical home improvement ideas from pegboard storage and wall beds to automatic closet lighting and safe sheet handling. They explain quick upgrades like lazy Susans and pullout shelves, mortar pointing, and drywall lifting, plus resource links for further tips.
Duct Cleaning Guidance: Not Usually Needed
A Washington Post style guidance piece advises duct cleaning is rarely required for a typical home. Homeowners should vacuum registers, inspect accessible ducts, and hire a cleaner only if debris accumulation is evident. The EPA warns cleaning is for special cases such as new construction or remodels and may not benefit health.
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Replacing Sliding Door Rollers Likely Fixes Drag
A 20 year old sliding glass door that sticks may be due to worn rollers. Nylon or soft metal rollers wear out, but replacement options at hardware stores or from the original manufacturer usually solve the issue. Try adjusting existing rollers first by lifting the door with a flat pry bar to relieve pressure and turn the adjusting screw.
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