Angie’s List: When Your Car Should Get an Oil Change

May 14th, 2013 (WGGB) -- Does your car need an oil change every 3,000, 5,000 or 7,000 miles? How often your...

Angie’s List: Insulating Your Attic

April 23rd, 2013 (WGGB) -- Earth Day is on April 22 and what better way to celebrate than making your home more...

Angie’s List: Hiring a Handyman

April 9th, 2013 (WGGB) -- It’s almost home improvement season again. Now is a good time to assess if...

Angie’s List: Four Signs of a Leaky Roof

(WGGB) — April showers may bring May flowers, but they could also cause leaks in your home. Your roof is your home’s number one defense against the elements. No part plays a bigger role in keeping the elements out, so when a roof requires… Read more

Angie’s List: Adding a Fence to Your Property

(WGGB) — Fences have both practical and aesthetic value, but a badly conceived fence can be an eyesore and a source of conflict with neighbors. Fencing Materials: Wood: One of the most common types of fencing, wood can give properties a… Read more

Angie’s List: Tips to Sell Your Home

(WGGB) — Selling a home can be a big task for any homeowner. Details such as home staging, photos and your real estate agent can really impact how much your home sells for and how quickly it sells. Angie’s List Tips: 4 ways to sell your… Read more

Angie’s List: Bringing New Life to Old Items

(WGGB) — Did you replace your favorite pair of shoes because the soles had worn out? Tossed out a skirt because the zipper broke? Bought a new couch because the cushions sank? Shoe Repair: A talented cobbler can dye the lavender shoes… Read more

Angie’s List: Spring Lawn Care

(WGGB) — Spring is an important time for your lawn – if you neglect it now, you’ll pay the price for the rest of the year. When it comes to your lawn, you don’t have to go over the top with your landscaping, but you do need to pay… Read more

Angie’s List: Introducing Your Child to the Dentist and Good Dental Health

(WGGB) — According to the American Dental Association, 75 percent of people have a fear of the dentist, and 10 percent of those fears turn into phobias. Take your child to the dentist early to ease any fears and teach them good dental… Read more

Angie’s List: Hidden Toxins in Your Home

(WGGB) — Your home should be your safe haven, but sometimes harmful toxins may be present by posing health risks for you and your family. Maybe you don’t realize this, But there are several potential dangers in your house. “The common… Read more

Angie’s List: Comparing Bids from Remodeling Contractors

(WGGB) — The amount of energy applied to selecting the right contractor for your remodeling job, is well worth the time. Experts say that the percentage of contractors who are willing to negotiate are very high. Angie Hicks explains the… Read more

Angie’s List: Carpet Cleaning – Don’t Have Your Wallet Cleaned Too

(WGGB) — It’s hard to miss those commercials for low, low prices on carpet cleaning, but how many of them are too low to be true? Carpets and rugs take a lot of wear and tear over time. Whether its children, pets or visitors – your… Read more

Angie’s List: Avoid Plumbing Emergencies

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB) — Experts say that the biggest mistake people make when it comes to plumbing – is ignoring the issues at hand. Plumbers say that during the holiday season, they receive the most emergency calls. Angie’s List for… Read more

Angie’s List: Holiday Decorating on a Small Budget

If you’re in the market for new holiday decorations, a small budget shouldn’t stop you from creating a “new look.” Here are some budget-friendly ways to make a world of decorating… Read more