Do you and your family have fun in your yard — or is it just unused space that means you have a long list of chores every weekend? A well-planned yard gives you extra room to enjoy without adding a tremendous amount of upkeep. If your yard could use a little love, it’s time to make […]
READ MORETop Ten Tips to Sell Your Home
If you’ve made the decision to put your house on the market, there are a few more steps you need to take before you put the “For Sale” sign in your front yard. In fact, by taking the time to carefully go through your house from the perspective of a potential buyer, you’ll see the […]
READ MORESpring Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Home’s Value
If the thought of spring cleaning makes you long for winter, it’s time to think about these annual chores in a new way. By dedicating just a few days to complete these simple tasks, you will keep your home running smoothly and protect your investment at the same time. Inside Your Home As the weather […]
READ MORE7 Simple Ways to Boost Curb Appeal
Spring is the perfect time to invigorate your home’s façade. Even if you aren’t trying to sell your home but merely want to spruce it up, there’s a definite benefit to enhancing and preserving your home’s curb appeal. Exterior upgrades consistently rank among the best home improvement projects for their strong return on investment. That’s […]
READ MOREHow to Reduce Winter Energy Bills
Aside from those who play the part of Ebenezer Scrooge in a Christmas Carol, no one should be forced to wear a night cap to bed because their home is too cold. But as the winter months bring chilly temps to many parts of the country, some will do whatever it takes to offset rising […]
READ MOREGet Your Home Winter Ready
Despite the weatherman’s predictions, you never know for sure what the coming winter will have in store. Some winters are mild, others are severe, and many are somewhere in between. No matter what, you want your home to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature brings. Winterizing your home is one of the most important duties […]
READ MOREUse Your Fireplace Safely This Winter
Your home’s fireplace can provide a cozy gathering spot for your family during the cooler months, but it’s important to follow a few guidelines to ensure everyone remains safe. The National Association of Home Builders’ MyHome Press has published a handbook for home owners, “Home Maintenance Made Easy,” and the excerpt below contains helpful advice […]
READ MORERemodeling Savvy: Innovations in Paint
Significant innovations in paint over the past 20 years have lead to fascinating interior and exterior applications. Today home owners can use paint to generate solar power, light up a hallway, waterproof a basement and even draw on the walls with no fear. If you’re thinking about painting your home, knowing what’s new in paint […]
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