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Maintenance
Summer brings to mind lazy days in the sun, spending the long hours of daylight spending time with family at baseball games, barbeques, swimming holes and running through the sprinklers. With all that fun, though, comes a little responsibility. Home maintenance does not take a summer vacation, but keeping up on your maintenance schedule will […]
June 9, 2017
As the weather starts to heat up, cranking the air conditioning can be tempting. You work hard for your humble abode; why let Mother Nature turn it into a sauna when the solution is as simple as tapping the thermostat? As great as it might feel in the moment, the bill at the end of […]
May 26, 2017
If this is the first time in your life you have owned a home, you may be shocked at the price of small repairs that undoubtedly crop up over the lifetime of your house. In the past, perhaps you were a renter, and therefore had no qualms calling in the most trivial of repairs (after […]
April 14, 2017
Winter is finally starting to lighten up after months of snow, ice and cold. If you’re like us, you’re already dreaming of warm spring days lying in the grass and finding shapes in the fluffy clouds that pass overhead. In order for that lazy daydream to become a reality, a well-tended lawn is a must. […]
March 10, 2017
Officially, the first day of spring is March 20th. With less than a month between now and then, it’s important to get some spring home prep on your radar. Before Mother Nature brings out the sunshine and warm breezes, it’s important to assess what the chilly, grey days of winter have done to your home. […]
February 24, 2017
Decor
When it comes to letting the imagination run wild, few rooms in the house embrace this better than children’s rooms. All the exuberance of childhood can spill into the room, and really make the most of a theme. After all, a child’s room isn’t just a place for slumber; it’s also the place they play, […]
January 27, 2017
Despite what children’s fairytales may have us believe, inviting mice, squirrels and other cuddly rodents into your home will not get your chores completed any faster. In fact, it can lead to significant property damage, costly repairs and, in some cases, disease. Unfortunately, even if you don’t hang your head out the window and yodel […]
January 13, 2017
Oh, the furnace. When the temps are high and the sun is out, we probably don’t give it a second thought. The minute the flurries start falling from the sky, though, it’s our best friend for keeping warm and cozy inside. What happens if you turn it on and… well, nothing happens? Short answer: call […]
December 30, 2016
Winter can be beautiful, but it can also leave your yard feeling a little unloved. Don’t let Jack Frost ban you from your backyard until spring has sprung. We have rounded up some great ways to brighten up your space until the sun comes back out to play. Fireside Chats Fireplaces are useful for warming […]
December 2, 2016
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