Plan out a year's worth of home improvement projects

A monthly do-it-yourself guide to keep your home running smoothly --Allen Norwood
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- Make a list of projects you plan to complete during the year. Include small but important chores so you won't overlook them, and big projects so you can budget ahead.<br> <br> - Check toilets for leaks. Add a drop or two of food coloring to water tanks at bedtime; if the water in the bowl is colored in the morning, replace the flapper ball.<br> <br> - Post important emergency info: Location of main gas valve, for instance, or contact numbers for heating and cooling service.<br> <br> - If you're planning a bath or kitchen remodeling project, visit the <a href="http://www.nkba.org" target="new">National Kitchen and Bath Association</a>.

January

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- Make a list of projects you plan to complete during the year. Include small but important chores so you won't overlook them, and big projects so you can budget ahead.

- Check toilets for leaks. Add a drop or two of food coloring to water tanks at bedtime; if the water in the bowl is colored in the morning, replace the flapper ball.

- Post important emergency info: Location of main gas valve, for instance, or contact numbers for heating and cooling service.

- If you're planning a bath or kitchen remodeling project, visit the National Kitchen and Bath Association.