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7 Simple Ways to Use Your Air Conditioner More Efficiently

Ironically, while air conditioners can shorten those long summer days their efficiency tends to drops the hotter it gets outside. But if having your AC blow warm air wasn't frustrating enough consider what your electricity bill is going to look like if you're running your air conditioner non-stop. This article lists some useful tips which will help your AC run more efficiently, reduce your carbon footprint, and save on your energy bills at the same time. 1. Insulate your exposed … Continue reading...

3 Tips to get your Home Guest Ready for the Holidays

It's "deck the halls" time of year. If you're having guests this holiday season you may want to do a few things to get your home ready. You'll want your guests to feel welcome and comfortable. Decorate Your Home For the Holidays Nothing says "welcome to our home for the holidays" like festive decorations. Clean up your front yard and put lights and decorations up. You can hire a company to do this if you don't have time. If you celebrate Christmas, put up and decorate your tree. Trim the … Continue reading...

Why You Need To Clean Your Gutters

Cleaning your gutters is probably not the most pleasant task you encounter, and if you're a new home owner, maybe you never have done it. However, it is essential for the health and well being of your entire house to regularly clean your gutters (preferably twice a year) or pay someone else to. Gutters are meant to be a passageway for water to exit your roof when it rains, but throughout the year, other things get in your gutters, namely leaves, twigs, bird droppings (and some animals attempt to … Continue reading...

Must-Have Tools For Homeowners

While carpenters and mechanics probably don’t have to worry much about as far as having proper home maintenance tools, the average homeowner, particularly if they are new to home maintenance, isn’t sure which tools to invest in and keep at all times. It’s far easier to have the tools to repair a simple leak in the middle of the night than to run to the nearest 24-hour-store. Having a few tools could save you thousands in staving off water leaks or serious problems until professionals … Continue reading...

The Spring Rains Are Coming – Here’s How to Prepare Your Home if You Live in a Flood Zone

If your home is located in a flood zone, it's critical that you know how to get ready for those drenching spring rains. Here are some basic steps any homeowner can take to prepare for potentially devastating floods. Community Emergency Plans Your community has an emergency plan in case of flooding. There are warning signals to alert residents, evacuation routes mapped out and the locations of emergency shelters are given. Get in touch with your community government center if you haven't already … Continue reading...

Improve Your Home’s Resale Value with Our Guide to Adding a Beautiful Wooden Fence to Your Yard

With many types of home improvements, at least a portion of the cost that you put into the improvement can be recouped from additional value when you sell the home. While each project is different, some projects can have multiple benefits that impact property value and overall desirability with a new home buyer. Adding a beautiful wooden fence to your yard is a great way to boost resale value, and with a closer review, you may determine that you want to install a new privacy fence to your … Continue reading...

Looking for a Fun DIY Project This Spring? How to Plant Your Own Vegetable Garden

When spring arrives, many people want to spend more time outdoors enjoying the fresh air and warmer temperatures. While you could lounge in a chair with a good book, you may find it more enjoyable to plant your own vegetable garden. This is an on-going project that will require you to spend time outdoors regularly, and it can be quite enjoyable to watch the fruits of your labor spring to life. More than that, you may love to sample and even share the tasty treats that you have grown on your own. … Continue reading...

Understanding Valuations and How a Real Estate Agent Can Determine Your Home’s Value

If you are thinking about listing your home for sale, one of the biggest factors that may be holding you back from pulling the trigger on this decision is the value of your home. You may have a decent idea about the value of your home by researching other listings in your community, but you may not be able to pinpoint a fair asking price that would get your home sold quickly without leaving money on the table. The fact is that your knowledgeable real estate agent will provide you with a … Continue reading...

Three Unique Upgrades That Will Drive Your Home’s Resale Price Through the Roof

If you are a homeowner, you should always be thinking about ways that you can boost the resale value of your home. Whether you are planning on putting the home on the market, or simply want to be prepared for the future, there are upgrades that can make your property more desirable. Give your home the attention it deserves and you'll be prepared for whatever may come down the line. Go Solar With A Home Solar Installation There's no doubt that solar power is big in today's housing market. It's an … Continue reading...

How Safe is Your Home from a Fire? Learn How to Run a Quick Fire Safety Assessment

A fire can rage through your home at a moment's notice, and it can cause a significant amount of damage in a very short period of time. Damage from the flames, intense heat, smoke and soot can cause tens of thousands of dollars or more in some cases, and a severe fire event can result in a total loss for the homeowner. More than that, a fire can create a serious health and safety risk for you and your loved ones inside the home. If you are concerned about how safe your home is from a fire, … Continue reading...