Setting your heater to kick on only when the temperature falls below a certain threshold can be a lifesaver, especially in the cold winter days ahead. If you’re unsure how to operate your thermostat, consult the manual or, if you’re a visual learner, consult YouTube to find a video tutorial. Even if the weather outside…
For the best pantry organization, sort your essentials into containers and bins that are easy to spot and refill as needed. Keep in mind that well-organized, practical storage can also be beautiful! When creating labels for your bins, containers and jars, choose a unique design with a beautiful font to give your pantry a finished…
As a real estate agent, you work hard for your clients and to get them the biggest bang for their buck. From listing their home for sale to helping them close on the next purchase, you play a critical role. Not only do you help home buyers find the ideal place to settle down, but…
Many homes feature some wood, even with concrete foundations. Since the wood is outside, it is affected by insects and the elements that can cause damage. These home maintenance tips can help you keep an eye on any issues with the wood and repair them quickly for less damage and cost. Wood trim is subject…
One of the easiest home maintenance tips you can find is checking and replacing caulk around windows and doors. Air stays inside and critters stay outside when the caulk blocks their path. Caulk breaks down over time, leaving spaces for insects to come in and air to escape. The process is fairly inexpensive and can…
When it comes to home maintenance tips, there are plenty. However, very few are as important as those pertaining to the maintenance of your roof. Your roof protects your home’s interior and your belongings from the elements and helps to maintain the integrity of your home’s structure. For this reason, you want to ensure it…
If your instinct when you see mold is to reach for the bottle of bleach, stop right there! You’ve probably been told all your life that chlorine bleach is the best way to clean mold off of surfaces like drywall, but the truth is that you should probably think twice about using it. Eliminating Surviving Spores…
Of all the easy home maintenance projects you can take care of yourself, insulating is one of the most beneficial. Almost every area of the house benefits from having high-quality insulation in the walls. Here’s all of the ways this project can help: Better moisture protection: During winter weather, making sure all areas of the…
Wintertime brings a number of home décor and ornamentation options, prompting the struggle of deciding between numerous styles and trends. If you’re looking for little ways to change up the look of your home for the winter season without breaking the bank or majorly disrupting any part of your house, candles are a simple choice…
After living in your home for decades, you likely feel that you know it inside and out. One of the myths about radon is that there is little use in testing your home for it if you’ve lived on your property for years upon years. It’s Never Too Late Rather than the amount of radon,…