Time for a Home Checkup!
Just like you need to go to the dentist for regular routine maintenance, your home needs ongoing T.L.C. to keep it looking and feeling well. And just like delaying medical[...]
It’s Spring … Time to Check Your Seams
The layers of snow have melted, and the ground is beginning to thaw. The seemingly endless winter has finally loosened its grip -- but not before doing some[...]
The Importance of Having a Plan
I’ve been speaking with some landscapers about creating a plan for our yard’s landscaping. I’m pretty sure my reaction to the process is a lot like most homeowners thinking about[...]
Road Trip Checklist
Heading out for a Memorial Day Weekend getaway? Don’t miss these last-minute house-prepping tips to take the stress out of your vacation. · Make arrangements for pets. If you are[...]
Easy DIY Projects #2: Fire Prevention
Regular readers will remember my blog post “Where There is Smoke, There is Fire.” Here is the link In that post, the problem of dryer vent fires was discussed. These[...]
When It Comes to Interior Home Maintenance, There’s No Such Thing as a Free Pass
I’m always surprised when I see stuff in people’s homes that tells me they are not maintaining them. What’s most surprising is that, many times, they are very[...]