You may not necessarily stop and think you need to prepare your roof for winter, but it's important that you do in order to prevent any issues that may arise during the winter months. Doing some preparation now can help lower your energy bills during the winter months, and help protect your biggest investment - your home. Here are some preventative measures for you to follow when preparing your roof for winter.

Many homeowners like to take on DIY projects so that they can save money and put their own stamp on their home. For some, having their own hard work in their home makes it even more enjoyable. This is not necessarily a bad thing as long as you have the expertise for the projects that you attempt and part of that knowledge is knowing which projects not to attempt. Continue reading to learn about some DIY repairs that should be left to the professionals.

As a homeowner, you may at some point decide that the exterior of your home needs a new paint job. If this is the case, you probably have thought about the color you are ready to go with. However, it is not just about choosing the paint color. Here are a few other things that you need to keep in mind when it comes to choosing the right paint for the exterior of your home:

Many people are looking to upgrade from a dull carpeted floor or a cheap linoleum job they had done because money was tight, but the leap to a finished hardwood floor is rarely on the table due to the high cost and complicated installation. However, one option that is often overlooked is the prospect of a reclaimed wood floor. Reclaimed wood offers an aesthetic that goes with many interior design schemes and offers more depth and customization than a standard oak, pine or bamboo floor.

As a homeowner, you will face many challenges that require cleaning and repairs. From a broken window or stained carpet to a clogged toilet, it is easy to see the various challenges of home ownership. Unfortunately, you may be using toxic chemicals, cleaning agents, and expensive professionals to correct these issues. If you are one of the many homeowners who are currently dealing with hair buildup in your shower drain, consider these natural solutions for efficient and safe clog removal.

Being a new homeowner is an exciting time, but there are things that you should know about the upkeep of your new home. A new home doesn't come with a manual, so it's a good idea to keep track of any maintenance that you need to do. You may also learn about things that you had no idea you needed to consider. One thing that you'll have to learn is about a rooting service.

Mold is present in the environment and can flourish, indoor or outdoors, where moisture is present. Because of the health problems mold can cause – allergy like symptoms; asthma attacks; and irritation to eyes, skin, nose throat or lungs; according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – it's important to deal with a mold problem if you see it present in your home: Clean It Mold cannot grow without moisture, so when you find the mold, the first step toward correction is identifying and getting rid of the moisture.

If you've got leaky windows creating rot problems in your walls, replacing your old and outdated windows could solve the problem. However, inadequate or improper flashing during the installation of new windows means the moisture problem continues to grow instead of fixing it. Watch out for these four common flashing mistakes to make sure your investment in new materials is worth the cost. Incompatible Materials Modified asphalt flashing tape is often used to seal the gaps around windows, but this material is incompatible with both caulk and vinyl siding.

If you would like the airflow in your home to be equal in all rooms, or you only want certain rooms cooled, you can achieve this by balancing the dampers. You can balance your dampers on your own, even though it may take you time until you get everything in balance. Find the Furnace Dampers You will see ducts starting at your furnace that go out from it that are used to heat and cool each room.

If you've opted for a tankless water heater in your house, it's important that you keep up with the routine maintenance required to keep it clean and functioning at its best. Here are some tips for cleaning and caring for your on-demand water system to get rid of contaminants. Clean the Inlet Screen Shut down the water flow to the heater, and turn the heater itself off. Then, disconnect the inlet tube to get access to the screen on the inside of the inlet.