Category: Home Improvement

Rock The Block Season 6 Premieres April 14 on HGTV

Ty Pennington

HGTV’s most popular series, Rock the Block, is back for its sixth season: veterans versus rookies. This season, the stakes are high as two veteran teams return to the block to challenge two rookie teams eager for a win. Former competitors and judges headed back to the block on the veteran teams will include designer Alison Victoria (Windy […]

Is It Time for Outdoor Kitchen 2.0?

Outdoor kitchen dining area

In 2025, no longer are we content with a simple grill set up. Homeowners of today are looking for backyard kitchen setups that rival their indoor kitchens, complete with luxury appliances like pizza ovens, steam ovens, and sleek stainless steel grilling setups. While 2024 was the “year of the backyard,” in 2025, homeowners are still focusing […]

Projects Big and Small to Refresh your Backyard for Spring and Summer Entertaining

Backyard Fire pit surrounded by patio chairs

Thoroughly Clean the Patio After a winter of disuse, your patio may need a little love. Start by sweeping away leaves and debris that have collected. A power wash can do wonders to remove dirt and stains, revealing the beauty underneath. If your patio furniture has been out all winter, inspect it for damage and […]

How to Prep Your Yard and Garden for Spring

Raised garden beds in a backyard

Winter is fading quickly, so it’s time to get your yard and garden ready for a vibrant spring. A little early preparation can ensure healthy plants, a lush lawn, and a welcoming outdoor space for the warmer months ahead. From cleaning up debris and refreshing garden beds to pruning, fertilizing, and planning new plantings, these essential steps will set your yard […]

April Home Improvement To-Do’s you can do over a Weekend

Cat Sitting on window screen being repaired, man in background

Spring has sprung, the days are getting longer and things are thawing out. You’re looking around, noticing all the nooks and crannies that you’ve been ignoring for days, weeks, months…years.  Well, here is a short list of April Home Improvement To-Do’s you can do over a single weekend: 1. Wash windows Let in the light and […]

April Home Improvement To-Do’s you can do in Under an Hour

Man changing smoke alarm batteries

Spring has sprung, the days are getting longer, the ground is thawing and flowers are blooming.  You’re looking around, noticing all the nooks and crannies that you’ve been ignoring for days, weeks, months…years.  Well, here is a short list of April Home Improvement To-Do’s you can knock out in an hour or less. 1. Check […]

Both Fix My Frankenhouse Season 2 and Flipping 101 Season 3 Premiere on HGTV This week

HGTV logo on big screen TV in a home

Nearly two years after HGTV aired the first season of “Fix My Frankenhouse,” the show is finally set to return on April 2. “Fix My Frankenhouse” had a brief but successful first season — comprised of six episodes — that aired in the spring of 2023. The show follows married couple Denese and Mike Butler as they renovate homes with “wonky […]

Spring is finally here, so it’s time to Spruce up the Landscaping

Yard gardening tools on fresh dirt

It’s finally the season when everything springs into action again — including you. Now’s the time to roll up your sleeves and take care of the things you’ve neglected during the winter months. You’ll want to make sure your home is ready for April showers and the impending summer weather. Spring cleaning is a good […]

5 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Home’s Exterior

On March 20 we wave goodbye to winter and, with open arms, welcome spring back into our lives. In Indiana, spring brings sunshine, flowers, showers (and even an occasional snow flurry), and it is the perfect time to make sure your home gets a spring makeover.    To some, cleaning sounds tedious and takes away from enjoying the warmer weather. But the warm weather […]

5 Tips for Spring Cleaning your Home’s Interior

hand holding squeegee cleaning window with view of outdoors

On March 20 we wave goodbye to winter and, with open arms, welcome spring back into our lives. In Indiana, spring brings sunshine, flowers, showers (and even an occasional snow flurry), and it is the perfect time to make sure your home gets a spring makeover.     To some, cleaning sounds tedious and takes away from enjoying the warmer weather. But the warm weather […]