Kyle Schurman

4 days ago | housedigest.com | Kyle Schurman

If you're wondering how to choose the best under-cabinet lighting for your kitchen, you have quite a few options. However, some represent older technologies that you might prefer to avoid. Puck lights using xenon or halogen bulbs are older choices for people who want pleasing illumination, but they generate unwanted heat. Fluorescent under-cabinet lights were a common option for early adopters to install, but many people prefer upgrades to popular modern LED options.

4 days ago | housedigest.com | Kyle Schurman

When you're in the market to replace a water heater, you can expect to pay anywhere from $1,600 to $5,400. If you're spending that kind of money, you want to be sure you're picking the perfect design to meet your needs. Which type of water heater is right for you? You might know about conventional tank-type water heaters, which are the most popular type. Meanwhilke, the tankless option is becoming more popular among homeowners because of its energy-efficient properties.

5 days ago | housedigest.com | Kyle Schurman

When spraying weed killer in your yard, chemicals for pest control, or watering in remote areas, a garden sprayer will do the trick. These tanks have a power pump or hand pump that helps you apply liquid products evenly. You can also mix chemicals accurately in the tank. These devices can be costly, though, with an average price of $160. You can save money by choosing smaller tanks as well as hand pumps over battery pumps, features which drive down the average cost closer to $32.

6 days ago | housedigest.com | Kyle Schurman

When you're seeking tips to prepare for a home renovation, you want ideas that will save some money, look great, and be smart long-term investments. One of the best experts for this type of advice is Mike Holmes, who is a contractor with decades of experience helping people remodel their homes the right way, as featured on the HGTV show "Holmes on Homes." Many of Holmes' recent projects away from the TV show focus on appliance and home designs that are green and sustainably use energy.

1 week ago | housedigest.com | Kyle Schurman

Caulk is the perfect waterproof material to use to seal gaps around windows, doors, and plumbing fixtures. You can use it to prevent leaks and mold growth in areas where you might have moisture penetration. After you take the time to find the perfect caulk for the job, though, you might only use a little bit of it. That's where a caulk cap can save the day. Caulk caps plug the hole in the tube to prevent air from reaching the material inside, keeping it fresh and ready to use again in the future.