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6 Inexpensive Home Upgrades That Cost Less Than $100
As spring comes around, many homeowners are inspired to work on their homes. However, some home improvement projects are expensive and limit how much you can take on while staying within budget. Here are 6 inexpensive home upgrades that you can complete for under...
4 Pros and Cons of an Open Floor Plan
The open floor plan has been a popular home layout for decades. It is a feature that Realtors highlight when selling homes. While many people prefer houses with open floor plans, they aren’t for everyone. There are plenty of reasons why you may seek out an open floor...
4 Home Safety Essentials
How often do you take stock of your home’s safety supplies? While you may think that you have all the items you'll need in an emergency, it is good to periodically review what you actually have. Here is a list of 4 important home safety essentials that you should...
Make Your Home Energy-Efficient
The utilities in your home are necessary for your everyday comfort and quality of life, but they can be expensive. If you feel like you’re spending too much on your power bill, check out these ways to make your home energy-efficient. Turn Off Lights at Home to Be More...
5 Ways to Improve Home Security
We all want our homes to be safe places where our families and belongings are protected. This is why it is important to have good security features for our homes. The steps we take to secure our property and protect our families will bring us peace of mind. Here are...
How to Organize Your Home Office
You may work from home every day or you might only occasionally use your office as a quiet place to pay bills, compose birthday cards, and create a schedule for your household. No matter how you use your home office, it's important for it to be clean and functional....
7 Easy Home Renovations You Can Do Yourself
Improvements and renovations make your home more livable and attractive while adding to your property's value. Upgrades to your property might range from minor DIY projects to major overhauls that require a contractor. If your budget is tight, try the following easy...
8 Small Signs that Your House has a Problem
Some homeowners ignore small issues around the house while planning to address them eventually. However, these problems might indicate bigger issues that need to get fixed sooner than later. Here are 8 signs that your house has a problem. Sagging Gutters are Signs...
How to Maintain a Healthy Lawn this Summer
It can be challenging to keep your grass green during the hot summer months. Fortunately, you can grow a vibrant, lush lawn and boost your property's curb appeal by following just a few simple tips. Here is everything you need to know to maintain a healthy lawn all...
Make Your Deck Safe for Children and Pets
Warmer weather means more time outdoors with your family, so make your deck safe. Decking materials deteriorate and repairs will need to be made to keep your outdoor living spaces in good condition. Especially if you have children or pets, you’ll want to make sure...
4 Easy Spring Cleaning Tips for Often Overlooked Areas
Spring cleaning is a big undertaking. This is the time to clean your house from top to bottom to get it freshened up for summer. There are parts of the home that are often neglected during seasonal housekeeping. Here are some easy spring cleaning tips for those...
7 Ways to Prepare for a Home Inspection
Selling your home can be a lot of stressful work. You have to get your home ready to list for sale, keep it clean for showings, and wait for an offer. It's best to be prepared when it comes time for the home inspection. Here are 7 things sellers can do to prepare for...
How to Be a Better Homeowner
Becoming a homeowner is a major milestone in life. But now that you have purchased a house, there are many things you can do to be a better homeowner. There is a lot to do to maintain your property. Keep your home in optimal condition by following these tips. Easy...
Home Maintenance Costs That Might Surprise First-Time Home Buyers
As a first-time homeowner, you have carefully calculated the costs of your mortgage, insurance payments, property taxes, and HOA dues. But have you made a plan for additional expenses that may come up? Rather than being surprised by these expenses, let's take a look...
Fire Safety in the Home
A fire is a devastating experience for any family. When you are well-prepared, you can minimize fire damage and keep people and property safe. Here are a few simple tips about fire safety in the home. Smoke Detectors Improve Fire Safety in the Home If a fire does...
Reasons to Order a Warranty Inspection
If you’ve just moved into new construction, you’re probably excited about your home. It's common for the builder to provide a one-year builder’s warranty that covers certain aspects of the construction. Before it expires in the first year, hire a professional to...
How to Deal with Residential Water Damage
Residential water damage is a problem that no homeowner wants to face. It might come from a plumbing leak or heavy rain, but if water does get into your home, it is important to follow these steps. 1. Address the Source of the Residential Water Damage When you find...
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Roof Materials
Most roofs in the United States are covered with asphalt shingles. This doesn't mean asphalt is your only choice; there are many different roof materials that could provide the right mix of aesthetics, value, and protection from the elements. Let's look at the...
How to Set Up Utilities at Your New House
Moving to a new home comes with a long to-do list. One important step is turning off the utilities at your old house and setting them up at your new one. This process may feel overwhelming, especially if you wait until the last minute. Plan ahead and set up utilities...
5 Ways to Find Storage During Remodeling
Finding storage during remodeling can be challenging, but fortunately, there are a few options to choose from. Your decision will depend upon your budget, the size of the remodel, and how many items you need to store. Here are five alternate places to store your items...
7 Ways to Improve Curb Appeal Before Listing Your Home
When shopping for a home, potential buyers generally make a decision to tour a house based on their first impression from the outside. As a seller, it's important to improve curb appeal before listing your home for sale. Improve Curb Appeal: Upgrade Your Front Door...
8 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Hurricane
Hurricanes cause millions of dollars in damages to our coastlines every year. Fortunately, these massive storms give warning that they are on their way, and there are some measures that you can take to minimize wind and water damage. Here are eight ways to prepare...
Strategies to Improve Air Quality in the Home
Outdoor air pollution raises concerns for many people, however, the indoor air quality in some homes is worse than outside. If you haven't taken steps to improve the air quality inside, you and your loved ones may be breathing polluted air in your own home. Here are...
What is a Four-Point Home Inspection?
What is Included in a Four-Point Home Inspection? A four-point home inspection, a quality check of your home's main features, is required by some insurance companies to gain coverage. This inspection focuses on the four most important parts of your home: the HVAC...
4 Benefits of Working With a Real Estate Agent When Buying a House
Buying a new home is a major investment of both time and money. Your choice affects your finances and how you and your family live on a daily basis. Your commute, daily activities, safety, and convenience to shopping centers are all affected by the property that you...
The Health Risks of Mold
Having mold in your home can cause various health problems. Any time that you have water damage, you have the potential for mold issues. It is important that if you do find mold, you get it treated immediately. The longer that it is there, the more it will spread, and...
Why You Should Declutter Your Home
Now that the new year is here and the chaos of the holidays is behind us, you likely have time to declutter your home. Many people often get overwhelmed with decluttering as a whole. They give up when they feel as if they will never be able to complete...
4 Reasons for Having a Home Inspection On New Construction
Why Is A Home Inspection On New Construction A Good Idea? When building a home from the ground up, you put a lot of money and effort into making sure it is exactly what you want. With many subcontractors working on different components of a home at the same time,...
The Basics of Thermal Imaging During a Home Inspection
Using thermal imaging during a home inspection gives property owners an accurate idea of energy losses within the home. Homeowners are then better able to see where money-saving corrections can be made. The inspection may also bring to light potential dangers beyond...
How to Save Water at Home
Whether or not you have a drought going on in your area, water should be treated as a valuable resource. Although it’s not infinite, most of us have the privilege of having a regular and consistent supply of clean water. Unfortunately, we often take this privilege for...
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