Posts Categorized: Home & Lifestyle

Essential Home Maintenance Tasks for Spring

As the days grow longer and the temperatures begin to rise, spring offers the perfect opportunity for homeowners to rejuvenate their living spaces and prepare for the warmer months ahead. From cleaning out gutters to inspecting outdoor structures, tackling essential home maintenance tasks during this season can help preserve the integrity of your property, enhance… Read more »

6 Common Bathroom Safety Hazards

The bathroom, often considered a sanctuary for relaxation and personal care, can also be a hotspot for accidents and injuries if safety precautions are overlooked. From slippery surfaces to scalding water, there are numerous hazards that can pose risks to household members of all ages. The good news is that by addressing these common safety… Read more »

How to Prevent Plumbing Problems This Holiday Season

The holidays are a special time of year. A time to gather with friends and family, savor delicious meals, and enjoy all that the season has to offer. It’s also the busiest time of the year for plumbers. The extra holiday guests and time spent in the kitchen can put extra strain on a home’s… Read more »

9 Ways to Add Character to a Home

Have you ever admired the charm and attention to detail in a home, restaurant, or perhaps a hotel? These spaces evoke something – whether it’s a feeling of calm, sophisticated elegance, or grandeur. For many of us, those feelings fade the minute we walk through our front door, especially if the charm and character has… Read more »

Why the Direction Your Home Faces Matters

“Location, location, location.” We’re all familiar with this real estate mantra. In a nutshell, it means that a home’s value can increase or decrease due to its location. But the orientation of a home is important as well. Whether you’re a house hunter, prospective house builder, or just curious about your existing residence, read on… Read more »

How to Save Money on Your Water Bill

Any time of year is a good time to look for ways to reduce water consumption. It’s great to conserve a primary natural resource while reducing your energy at the same time. And when you accomplish both of those goals at the same time, you can’t help but put a little extra money back in… Read more »

9 Space Heater Safety Tips

Winter

When you run out of something at home, and there’s no time to replace it, you make do with what you have. No more bread for a sandwich? Try wrapping the insides in lettuce…tasty and much better for you. Just run out of glass cleaner? Make your own with water and vinegar – a cleaning… Read more »

How to Warm Up a Cold Basement

A finished basement adds significant square footage to a home and offers endless possibilities for added living space. Yet there is often one problem – come wintertime, your basement can feel more like an ice box than a cozy place to hang out, work, or play. Whether yours serves as a home office, gym, hobby… Read more »

Holiday Plumbing Tips And Tricks

If there’s one thing that makes the holidays festive, it’s the food. Sure, it’s nice to meet family and talk about the year’s events, but let there be no confusion; everyone’s waiting on dinner. So whether you celebrate the holidays with a roasted turkey, glazed ham, or other treats, you can be sure that your… Read more »

Differences Between Living Rooms & Family Rooms

Most everyone knows the purpose of a kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom. However, that isn’t always clear when it comes to living rooms and family rooms. In fact, many people use these terms interchangeably. However, there are a few distinct differences between these two spaces. While some homes include both a living room and a family… Read more »