Sandy Lindsey
Author
Sandy Lindsey is an award-winning writer who covers home, gardening, DIY projects, pets, and boating. She has two books with McGraw-Hill.
LATEST
Raising the Roof: Turning an Attic Into a Living Space
What began as an awkward space can end as a reading nook, playroom, or handy storage area.
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DIY Flooring That Pays Off
The right flooring can improve energy efficiency, reduce maintenance, and increase overall home value.
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DIY Basement Makeover: What to Consider
A basement transformation expands usable space and increases home value while building a space that suits the family’s lifestyle.
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From Drafty to Cozy: DIY Attic Insulation
Proper attic insulation will keep a home comfortable in every season.
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Love Your Lawn: Winter Care That Makes Lawns Thrive
With thoughtful winter care, lawns will emerge stronger, greener, and better prepared for summer.
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Smart Appliance Savvy: Improving Convenience, Control, and Efficiency
The right smart appliance can make life easier, whether it’s a refrigerator that tracks groceries or a washing machine that texts when laundry is done.
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Shake, Rattle, and Hold: Earthquake-Resistant Home Upgrades
Practical upgrades, from anchoring furniture to reinforcing foundations, help your home stay intact when the earth starts to move.
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What to Know Before Buying a Fixer-Upper
Renovating a fixer-upper can be a rewarding project, but it requires honest budgeting, realistic DIY expectations, and contingency planning.
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Ember Defenders: Practical Steps to Home Wildfire Protection
A thoughtful combination of preparation, awareness, and upgraded materials can dramatically improve a property’s chance of surviving a wildfire.
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Water, Water Everywhere—But Not a Drop Inside
Proactive caulking, sandbags, and other preventive measures will keep rainwater or ice melt from entering your home.
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Raising the Roof: Turning an Attic Into a Living Space
What began as an awkward space can end as a reading nook, playroom, or handy storage area.
|
DIY Flooring That Pays Off
The right flooring can improve energy efficiency, reduce maintenance, and increase overall home value.
|
DIY Basement Makeover: What to Consider
A basement transformation expands usable space and increases home value while building a space that suits the family’s lifestyle.
|
From Drafty to Cozy: DIY Attic Insulation
Proper attic insulation will keep a home comfortable in every season.
|
Love Your Lawn: Winter Care That Makes Lawns Thrive
With thoughtful winter care, lawns will emerge stronger, greener, and better prepared for summer.
|
Smart Appliance Savvy: Improving Convenience, Control, and Efficiency
The right smart appliance can make life easier, whether it’s a refrigerator that tracks groceries or a washing machine that texts when laundry is done.
|
Shake, Rattle, and Hold: Earthquake-Resistant Home Upgrades
Practical upgrades, from anchoring furniture to reinforcing foundations, help your home stay intact when the earth starts to move.
|
What to Know Before Buying a Fixer-Upper
Renovating a fixer-upper can be a rewarding project, but it requires honest budgeting, realistic DIY expectations, and contingency planning.
|
Ember Defenders: Practical Steps to Home Wildfire Protection
A thoughtful combination of preparation, awareness, and upgraded materials can dramatically improve a property’s chance of surviving a wildfire.
|
Water, Water Everywhere—But Not a Drop Inside
Proactive caulking, sandbags, and other preventive measures will keep rainwater or ice melt from entering your home.
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