Lee Wallender
Lee Wallender

Lee Wallender has been remodeling homes since 2000, when he transformed a falling-down World War I-era farmhouse into a safe, comfortable, cheerful home.

Now based in Seattle, WA, he began writing about home remodeling for About Home Renovations in 2006. Lee is interested in vintage design, architecture, travel, and bicycling.

15 Home Repairs and Inspections to do Before Winter
15 Home Repairs and Inspections to do Before Winter

Prepare your home for the winter months by doing these indoor and outdoor repairs and inspections.

The Environmental Impact of Using Energy-Efficient Major Appliances
The Environmental Impact of Using Energy-Efficient Major Appliances

Swap out your old appliance for a more energy-efficient version. Your current appliance may be impac...

Updating Homes for Universal Design
Updating Homes for Universal Design

Updating your home to a universal design can help make your home more intuitive and accessible for e...

Green Home Building & Sustainable Homes
Green Home Building & Sustainable Homes

Building your dream green home doesn't have to be difficult. Learn how to be water and energy effici...

Know Your Stuff:
Know Your Stuff:

When you hire a home inspector to look over the home you're looking to buy, their findings can be ov...

Guide to Garage Door Maintenance, Upkeep, and Safety
Guide to Garage Door Maintenance, Upkeep, and Safety

Keep your garage door in safe working condition by using these routine maintenance tips, and you wil...

Guide to Year-Round Safe Gutter Maintenance & Repair
Guide to Year-Round Safe Gutter Maintenance & Repair

Taking proper care of your gutters may be low on your priority list, but when they are properly main...

What’s the Matter with My Mower?
What’s the Matter with My Mower?

A broken-down lawn mower doesn't necessarily mean a costly trip to a repair shop. Learn how to make ...

Guide to Common Treadmill Repairs and Maintenance
Guide to Common Treadmill Repairs and Maintenance

Maintaining and repairing your treadmill is a great way to save money. Learn how to efficiently and ...

Staying Safe in an Earthquake
Staying Safe in an Earthquake

Being prepared ahead of time is the key to staying safe during a natural disaster like an earthquake...

Tackling a Fixer-Upper
Tackling a Fixer-Upper

If you're interested in purchasing a fixer-upper, whether its for personal reasons or for profit, th...

Basic DIY Home-Repair Tool Kit
Basic DIY Home-Repair Tool Kit

When it comes to making repairs around the house, having the right tools can make or break the proje...