When stores start selling Halloween candy — a full two months before the haunted day — it’s a good reminder to start thinking about how to prepare your home for the upcoming change of seasons. It may seem too … Continued
Home owners are well advised to conduct regular checks around their homes. By keeping their eyes peeled, they have a better chance at preventing a small leak from becoming major water damage, an improperly sealed window from turning into a … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued