SHOULD YOU REPLACE YOUR ROOF? What to Consider During a Roof Inspection Your roof is one of the most important parts of your house, and it deserves just as much attention as the kitchen or master bath. Like any other feature in the home, this area needs maintenance and attention. Inspect the roof each fall … Read More
Keeping Your Home Cool and Efficient The dog days of summer have arrived, and your home’s air conditioner is getting a workout. How do you stay cool and not break the bank when the bill comes due? Help your cooling system help you. Install a Programmable Thermostat — Programmable thermostats allow homeowners to set temperature … Read More
Interior Projects That Dress Up Your Home Does your kitchen need new life? Is your living room boring? Adding decorative elements can transform bland spaces into rooms that look finished and sophisticated. Here are a few features that can help you create a polished look in your home. Crown Molding — Whether simple or ornate, … Read More
The Right Fence for You You know the saying “good fences make good neighbors” is true, but where do you actually start? As with any project, first define your budget; it will help you determine both who will construct the fence and its material. Next, pinpoint its primary purpose. Do you want a privacy fence, … Read More
5 WATER-SAVING TIPS FOR A GREENER YARD Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh flowers and the feel of a healthy lawn beneath their feet? But as water becomes an increasingly scarce resource in many parts of the country, how do you keep a nice-looking lawn without wasting water or breaking the bank with your … Read More
7 Home Upgrades That Retain Their Value Improving your home can certainly add value to your house — but only if you pick the right project. Some upgrades will be well worth the investment, while others will be a total loss. Here are eight projects, big and small, that retain their value the best according … Read More
Keep Your Deck in Tip-Top Shape Outdoor entertaining is one of the joys of warmer weather, but before you fire up the grill, take a look at your deck. Just like your yard, home or pool, your deck needs regular maintenance, especially before heavy-use seasons. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your deck splinter-free and … Read More
Why should you understand plumbing? Do you know how your home’s plumbing works? If you’re like many homeowners, you don’t think twice about plumbing until something goes wrong. When all pipes are flowing smoothly, the details are out of sight and out of mind. But plumbing becomes a real concern as soon as something overflows, … Read More
Deep-Cleaning Tips for the Season While changing the bedding and decluttering the closet are good starts, spring-cleaning often means more than washing and reorganizing. From your kitchen to your yard, preventive maintenance and repairs should be added to this annual routine. Bathrooms — Begin by scrubbing down those hard-to-reach areas behind the toilet and under … Read More
The eager do-it-yourselfer can take on a wide variety of projects from landscaping to lighting. The smart do-it-yourselfer knows when a project is too big for their amateur skills and calls in the professionals. But how do you know when to put away the toolbox and pick up the phone? Safety First The simple answer … Read More