Category: Tips & Tricks

The changing of the seasons brings structure and rhythm to our year. It actually does the same for home maintenance and projects. After all, there are certain projects that just fit right in the spring, summer, fall, and winter. Given the inclement weather that’s coming, autumn is a particularly busy season. In this article, we’ll review some of the best…

From hurricanes to tornadoes to rainstorms, you never know when your house may become damaged by extreme weather. It's essential to learn how and why high winds can impact your property. You should never underestimate their potential strength and severity. This way, you can more effectively protect your home and yard from destruction. Here's a look at what wind-related weather…

A clogged drain is so common that practically every homeowner has to deal with it at some point. On the surface, unclogging a blocked drain sounds simple enough. In most cases, people just pour chemical cleaner down the drain and wait for it to eat through the gunk. Others take to using what is commonly referred to as a drain…

After living in your home for many years, some parts are likely to be broken and require some renovation. Perhaps the ceiling has termites, the wall has cracks from bad weather, and the furniture must be renovated. It is popular for people to refurbish their houses to show love and how much they enjoy their surroundings. Makeovers can include redecorating,…

As the seasons change, they affect our living habits, all the while leaving their marks on our surroundings. That’s why the best time to prepare your space for the upcoming season is right before you notice the first signs of fall. This way, you’ll have enough time to check every aspect of your home and prepare before the weather gets…

When you own a home, it’s not uncommon to have repairs that are required. This is because no matter how well an appliance, fixture, or single part is manufactured and fitted, it will inevitably, inexorably go wrong at some point. Usually, the more use it’s put through, the likelier this is. However, parts also deteriorate over time through lack of…

Sprucing up your place with a myriad of indoor plants, is one of the best ways for you to stylize your home. Combining greenery and plants adds a whole other dimension of beauty and excitement. Gardening is a great hobby, even if you don’t own a garden doesn’t mean you can’t start. The benefits of gardening in or outside of…

A garage door is not only for convenience. Sure, you and the car remain dry during rain and snow. Yet, it's much more. A study found 80 percent of U.S. homes have some form of garage. Another study showed over 52 percent of homeowners want one that's envied by their neighbors. Sometimes, the garage door and area it protects are…

Even the people who never considered themselves handy around the house have picked up a few DIY projects during quarantine. If you are someone who is already into small projects around the house, by now you are probably running out of ideas. Having a garden and a backyard is always a great luxury, but especially when your time outdoors is…