Which upgrades have the best ROI? Ideally, home improvement projects make your home look nicer and add to its overall value. But not all projects are created equal. Before you start making updates, consider the value added for each and prioritize the ones that will give you the biggest return when it comes time to … Read More
HVAC Issues Homeowners Can Avoid Are you making home heating and cooling decisions that seem harmless, like closing air vents indefinitely or putting off air filter replacement? If so, you may be contributing to higher bills and a shorter life span for your HVAC system. Here are a few HVAC-related mistakes homeowners may inadvertently make … Read More
Tips for Managing Seasonal Allergies Spring is in the air and so are pollen, mold, dust and other allergens. You can’t control what’s outside, but you can take steps to prevent some of these common irritants from coming into your home. 1. Leave It Outside — Something as simple as taking off your shoes before … Read More
7 Tips to Prep Your Spring Garden Even if there’s still a bite in the air, there are tasks you can undertake now to prepare for a spring garden. Tackling the following work today can pay off with vegetables later this season and a healthy garden that’s ready for prime growing weather. Know Your Zone … Read More
Electrical Projects Most Can Tackle Most homeowners shy away from do-it-yourself electrical work and for good reason. But there are a few projects that individuals with the right knowledge and tools can tackle to give their home a fresh look (as long as applicable local codes allow it). Treat these electrical projects with the right … Read More
4 Ways to Give Your Cabinets a New Look New cabinetry can transform a bathroom or kitchen, but a full renovation may not be in the budget right now. Fortunately, there are other ways to bring your cabinets up to date, giving them a fresh look that will last for years. Here are some helpful … Read More
“Going green” may be a common buzz phrase, but a growing number of designers and homeowners are seeing the benefits of sustainable design. Whether you are looking to have a smaller environmental footprint or you just want to save money on utility bills, going green is easier than ever. Green Building Techniques Eco-minded builders are … Read More
High-Tech Kitchens of the Future You may be familiar with the term “the internet of things,” which refers to everyday objects connecting with each other and your smartphone. This concept and other advanced technologies are moving into the kitchen. Here’s what the future looks like for food storage, prep and cooking. Interconnected Appliances Expect to … Read More
The kitchen is often considered the most important room in the home, especially around the holidays. It’s where the family meets, eats and even entertains. But when your kitchen counters are covered with appliances, spices and utensils, working or entertaining comfortably can be a tall order. Use these five ideas to better organize this essential … Read More
These days, we’re so caught up in sealing our homes for the sake of energy efficiency, it’s easy to forget that a house needs to breathe. Without proper ventilation, moisture and pollutants, such as mold and mildew, can build up and eventually cause an assortment of problems. What is ventilation? The goal of ventilation is … Read More