4 Ways to Heat Your Home Efficiently
Heat Your Home Efficiently to Save Money Have your energy bills been a burden this winter? Learning how to heat your home efficiently will lower your monthly costs for years to come. There are several efficient ways to heat a home that will save you money for the rest...
How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
It’s exciting when you are selling your home and have a potential buyer with a great offer. However, if your buyer has made the sale contingent on an inspection, which is common, you should get ready for this last hurdle. Let’s look at how you can best prepare for a...
Stay Safe During Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a great time of year for getting together with loved ones, catching up, having fun, and of course, sharing a delicious feast. While preparing for the holiday, use these tips to keep your family safe during Thanksgiving. 1. Keep Your Home Secure While...
5 Halloween Decorating Safety Tips
As you deck your house out for the upcoming spooky holiday, it's important to practice Halloween decorating safety. Follow these guidelines to limit the potential for accidents. Be Careful With Extension Cords Extension cords may be needed for your outdoor Halloween...
7 Ways to Maintain a Safe and Healthy Home
Your home is where you go to relax and unwind. By reducing the number of contaminants around your property, you can keep a safe and healthy home for your family. 1. Test for Radon Radon is a dangerous gas that can cause serious health issues for you and your...
Common Wood-Destroying Insects in the Home
Wood-destroying insects can be a nightmare for a homeowner. Some insects actually eat the wood in your home and others use the wood to build their nests. Either way, insects can cause a significant amount of damage if they're not eradicated. Termites aren't the only...
5 Ways to Improve Your Home Security
Few things bring peace of mind like knowing that your home is protected against break-ins. After all, it's not just your belongings that are at stake, but the safety of you and your family. If you're wondering how to protect your home, here are five of the best ways...
5 Items for Your Homeowner’s Maintenance Checklist
Do you have a homeowner’s maintenance checklist to help keep track of when to schedule services for your home? If you keep putting these tasks off, you're not alone. When it comes to home maintenance, 80% of homeowners wait too long to have the necessary work...
A Simple Guide to Closet Organization
Organizing your closet helps you better maximize the space. Clutter not only creates chaos but it also negatively impacts mental well-being. Here is a guide with simple steps to help you with closet organization. Begin Closet Organization by Emptying It The first step...
Things to Know About Underground Oil Tanks
In the 1930s, heating oil was the most economical way to fuel home furnaces. The oil was delivered to the home as needed and stored in a tank located in the basement, outside the house, or buried in the yard. Some homes are still heated with oil furnaces. Here are...
4 Home Safety Essentials That Could Save Your Life
Your home protects you and your loved ones from the elements and keeps your possessions safe. However, your home is likely not fully ready to protect against all risks. Invest in these home safety essentials to keep you and your loved ones safe in your home. Plan...
4 Easy Ways to Prevent Plumbing Leaks At Home
The possibility of water damage is a risk that all homeowners face. The two primary sources of water damage are severe storms and plumbing leaks. You can do little to prevent home flooding related to extreme weather, but you can try and prevent plumbing leaks at home...
Four Steps to Take When Dealing With Radon In the Home
January is National Radon Action Month, so you may hear more about the dangers of radon in the home. The EPA designated National Radon Action Month to raise awareness about the importance of testing your home for radon. Radon is a dangerous gas and all homes with high...