If you have ever lived through the nightmare of neighborhood construction, neighborhood kids with loud bass in their cars or even the neighbor’s incessantly barking dog, you realize the value of a truly soundproof window. Most good quality windows will block out a great deal of noise from outside your home, but sometimes even the […]
New Cabinets or Cabinet Refacing? Let’s Run the Numbers
Choosing new kitchen cabinets for your home is the priciest part of the typical kitchen remodel. If you’re on a tight budget, it can be tough to figure out where to cut corners. You don’t want to go with appliances that simply don’t suit your needs or flooring that will be worn and old-looking within […]
Garden Furniture for Spring
Although garden furniture maybe a bizarre topic of conversation in the height of winter, it’s not actually as ludicrous as you may think. Springtime can be an excellent opportunity to spend time in your garden, and it is often the most popular time for sowing seeds and observing wildlife. Many garden furniture retailers drop their […]
Busting the Myths about Fiber Cement Siding
Fiber cement siding has labored under a bad reputation for many decades, and sometimes with good reason. But today’s newer technology has made fiber cement siding one of the safest and most reliable options for exterior cladding on the market today. Here’s why it could be the best choice for your home. Myth: Fiber cement […]
Busy Homeowners Can Remodel With Vinyl Siding
There are numerous manufacturers vying for your attention when it comes time to remodel the exterior of your home. Though there are many products out there that would look gorgeous on your house, keep in mind what happens after the contractor is paid and that new exterior is all yours. For some types of exterior […]
Hidden Costs That Could Shatter Your Window Budget
Choosing new windows for your home can be an exciting time. But before long, little costs that you didn’t expect can add up, and that can wreak havoc on your budget. Even if you are doing the work on your own, there are a few caveats to keep in mind. Keep your replacement window cost down […]
How to Choose the Perfect Refrigerator for your Kitchen
Refrigerators are a modern day essential for the home; they delay the rate at which food decays and chill drinks to make them more enjoyable. Every untrained housewife needs a refrigerator, and the time may come when you’ll need to purchase a new one for your kitchen. In this post you’ll find design and style […]
How to Go Green at Home: Eco-friendly Tips to Clean, Manage Home, Play and More
Going green at home isn’t all that difficult. In fact, if you take some simple steps, you can turn most aspects of managing a home greener and more earth-friendly. Here are some simple ways to go green with home and kids and have a clean home naturally. Go Green with Your Home Management Notebook My […]
Time to Check Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors and More
We all know that we should test our smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on a monthly basis, but who amongst us really does? Guilty as charged here. But the new years is an excellent time to do this. It’s the time for new starts and those inevitable New Year’s resolutions. Some detectors are combination units; […]
Prevention and Thawing of Water Pipes During a Hard Freeze
Really hard freezes aren’t very common where I live, and when they do happen, they are very short-term. Because of that, most homeowners don’t give much thought to preventing frozen water pipes.
Smart Home Automation – It’s Easier Than You Think
Smart home automation may sound all high-tech and fancy, but today’s technology is so easy to install and use, it’s a breeze to set up.
Wintertime Home Repairs and Energy Tax Credits
One way to get more of your money back and save money on utility bills is to take advantage of the federal energy tax credit.
