Category: Home Maintenance
You know what an ounce of prevention is worth? In the case of fire, it’s worth your home and everything in it. Here are six tips to prevent fire from devastating your home. Repair or…
If you have easy access to your attic, a quick inspection will either put your mind at ease or alert you to situations that need to be remedied before they cause problems. Why is now…
According to the insurance industry, damages from water cost homeowners more than $6,000 per incident. Add to that the headaches of dealing with the aftermath, and you can see why it’s better to be safe…
Here is a painless way to reduce your energy use and your heating bill: Set your thermostat to go down 5 to 10 degrees while you’re gone all day and while you sleep at night.…
In order to keep the best resale value for your home, it’s important to keep your home in tip-top shape. Plus, it surely makes for more content and comfortable living if you’re not spending your…
Love it or hate it, winter is here. If you’re having a hard time appreciating that fact, there are some things you can do to make your home more comfortable this winter, without running up…
During the holidays, it’s hard to ensure your home is ready for impromptu parties and visiting family. With all the extra decorations and presents that appear, there never seems to be enough room to keep…
If you’re closing up your summer vacation home to head for warmer climates or leaving your home for an extended period, follow these tips to safeguard your home from harsh weather, pests and vandalism: Trim…
Within the walls of your house, you’ve probably raised a family, made future plans and created years of memories. Take time this month to be thankful for everything your home has given you by giving…
According to AARP, seniors overwhelmingly want to stay in their homes as long as possible. With innovations in home design, it’s possible for more and more seniors to achieve this dream. Remodelers trained as Certified…