Many homeowners have potential fire risks sitting right in their homes that they are unaware of. A lack of knowledge or realization of how electronics work can lead to potentially dangerous situations. Fortunately, with the right amount of knowledge, preparation, and regular inspections, you can reduce the following common household fire risks. Surge protectors Today, most homes are equipped with […]
New Home Owner? Don?t Forget About These 3 Important Things
If you’re moving into your very first home, first of all, congratulations! Second of all, you should know that you still have a lot of work to do. Far too many people believe that they can just relax and not worry about anything once they finally move into their own home. That couldn’t be farther from the truth, however, because […]
What’s The Difference Between Ambient Lighting, Accent Lighting And Task Lighting?
–Lighting is everything. Not convinced? Think about the last time you walked into a restaurant and were amazed at the ambient colors that greeted you from the moment you stepped through the door. Consider how you feel when you enter the doctor’s office and feel vaguely uncomfortable by the unnaturally bright and fluorescent lamps above. Lighting is more than just […]
Enjoy Your Backyard This Summer With These Bug and Rodent Prevention Tips
One of the biggest deterrents to spending quality outdoors is an abundance of bugs and rodents. Even a few pesky bugs can ruin an outdoor experience. If you have an infestation in your backyard, you may never want to go outdoors. This summer, take control of your backyard and finally get rid of those annoying bugs and rodents with these […]
Your Landscaping To-Do List Make Sure to Purchase the Best Tools for the Job
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the condition of your front or backyard? Even when you love to garden, chances are that you’ve been busy and unable to spend as much time tending to your lawn, plants, and trees. If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, you may be tackling your landscaping to increase your house’s curb […]
Useful Tips For Pumping Your Septic Tank
If you have a home that is relatively rural, you may not have the option of being on a city or county’s sewer system. This makes it necessary for you to have a septic tank to take care of household waste. Many people live in an area that requires them to keep their septic tank above the ground. An above […]
Do You Need a Summer Remodeling Project to Help You with a Difficult Transition?
This has been a lonely week. Your youngest daughter turned 16 last Saturday and you told your husband that she is acting like a caged bird that has finally been set free. Although long summer days n the past were full of you shopping together and spending time outside by the local pool, the new driver suddenly has other places […]
Are You Prepared for This Weekend’s Hot Temperatures?
Thank goodness we still have the creature comforts to unite us. In a time when it seems as if the nation is divided on everything from truth and lies, friend and foe, spy and saint, and leader and loser, at least we can still unite around the week’s high temperatures and the comfort or air conditioning. In a time when […]
3 Most Popular Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
In a modern kitchen design, there’s a lot of aesthetics that goes into it to give the space a neat and harmonious look. Whether you prefer a more contemporary or traditional theme to your kitchen, you can never go wrong with some thoughtful yet inspiring kitchen backsplash ideas. According to a survey by National Association of Home Builders, 69% of […]
Where to Begin with Your Remodel? Try Your Bathroom First
Imagine you have a house that you really love but you know needs a remodel. Most rooms need to be redone but you can only afford to do one at a time. If you take a look around and are honest with yourself, you already know that certain rooms are more important than others. For example, you would love to […]
Touch-Ups And Installations The Most Commonly Requested Jobs From American Homeowners
Home remodeling is a thriving industry in the United States. More homeowners than ever before are seeking out the materials and styles they need to transform their home from top to bottom. When you want to provide the right stock, it’s important to go to the root of the issue and see just what, exactly, is being requested and why. […]
8 Tips for Getting the Right Casual Outdoor Furniture for Your Home
Many Americans, all over the country, view their outdoor spaces as additions to their homes. Accordingly, they want to get the right casual outdoor furniture. This can be as daunting a task as when you are looking to get the right indoor furniture for your home. The good news is that this process does not need to be too difficult […]