Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

PORTLAND, Ore. -- We all know it's coming. And the experts say we'd better be ready for it. But admittedly, it's tough to think about winterizing your home when the sun is out and the skies are so ...

The leaves may have just started changing, but now is the time to start thinking about preparing your home for the winter. Winterizing your home can protect it from damage caused by severe weather, ...

Welcome to Family Handyman‘s Guide to Winterization, where you’ll find expert advice on how to get your home in shape for the cold season — because frozen pipes and sky-high heating bills do not have ...

Our state has some of the wildest weather across the U.S. As the days get shorter and the temperature gets cooler, it's tempting for Coloradans to crank up the heat. But that can lead to higher energy ...

Can I get a tax break for winterizing my home this year? Yes, you can. In fact, the federal tax credit for energy-efficient home improvements was expanded for 2009 and 2010 to cover many more ...

As winter approaches, it's crucial to prepare your vehicle for the challenges that come with cold temperatures, snow and icy conditions. Winterizing your vehicle not only ensures your safety on the ...