Winter can be a cozy time. Many people love hot cocoa, sledding, and making fires. Something that no one likes, though, is a higher heating bill. What can you do to keep it down a bit? For starters, think about furniture placement in your rooms. Is there any furniture...

Mold thrives in damp environments. Bathrooms are very moist places, and that is why it is a place that mold will thrive if you allow it. Mold can impact your health, so don’t ignore it. Avoiding it from growing in the first place is the best, but if it starts, take...

If you are about to bring home a puppy or recently got one, have you completed puppy-proofing your home? You need to make sure that your puppy is not able to get into anything harmful. Puppies are super curious, and they don’t know what is good or bad for them. For...

There's a type of roofing material that's been around for hundreds of years and has never gone out of style. Clay tile roofs are a popular, good-looking, durable feature that many homeowners have spent a lot of time and money investing in. Even though clay tile roofs...

Keeping your home and property safe is probably not on the top of your mind when you're firing up the grill in your backyard. It's true that in most cases, your grill may not cause a catastrophic safety incident, but there are still a few things that are good to keep...

For most homeowners, the idea of a water heater conjures thoughts of a giant tank sitting seemingly idly in the basement, just waiting to act up and fall apart, creating a headache for the homeowner to deal with. However, there are water heaters that can work out to...

Cool roof technology can be a great option for many homeowners who need to invest in a new or replacement roof. A cool roof is one that is specifically designed to reflect sunlight or absorb less heat than other roofs. Usually, this means the roof has a very...

Having a deck or a porch can be an extremely pleasant experience, and can add value to your home. If you're thinking about adding a deck to your home, either as an addition or as a feature of new construction, it's critical to consider the structural support needs...

Trees can be a very important part of a homeowner's property. They provide curb appeal, shade in the summer heat, precious fresh air, and kids love to play on them. Of course, these are just a few of their many virtues. However, trees can also be serious hazards to...

When you first met your significant other, what is it that attracted you to them? Whether we like to admit it or not, physical appearance is often the first thing that catches our eye - it's just the way we are. The same principle holds true when it comes to a...