By Kara Masterson Summer is here, and it brings with it a lot of heat, making it necessary to keep your home cool and comfortable. However, before you break your bank, you can take precautionary measures to keep your home cool and save on the power bill. Cooling your home can be challenging during those hot, sweltering months. This blog post outlines some preventative...
By Brentnie Daggett Springtime is upon us, and we all know what that means: spring cleaning time! The truth is this past winter has been tough across most of the country, with lots of time spent inside and out of the inclement weather plaguing us from coast to coast. This may have caused many of us to examine our abodes, noting needed (or wanted) upgrades, changes...
By Lizzie Weakley Are you looking to give your white house a pop of personality? Look no further, because updating the roof is the perfect way to add that subtle yet significant touch of style. From asphalt shingle to metal roofs –this blog post will guide you through all the best choices for roofing material when renovating or updating a white home. Read on...
By Kara Masterson A healthy, green lawn is the envy of every homeowner. But achieving that perfect lawn can be a difficult task. With so many factors to consider, from temperature to soil type, it’s no wonder that many people struggle to keep their lawns looking their best. Below are four essential tips for lawn maintenance to help you achieve the lawn of your...
By Meghan Belnap With so many options for flooring, it's hard to know what materials will hold up best in your home. Traditional flooring such as hardwood and tile can be expensive and difficult to maintain, so it's worth considering some more nontraditional alternatives that will last you forever. Let’s explore some of the most durable and unique options available. Cork...
By Brooke Chaplan When it comes to adding value and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere in your home, hardwood flooring is the way to go. However, with so many different types of hardwood flooring available on the market today, finding the right one for your home can seem like an overwhelming task. To help make it easier, we’ve put together this guide to choosing...
By Brooke Chaplan A plumbing system is a complex network of pipes, fixtures, and valves that all work together to bring you clean water and dispose of your wastewater. Although this system is designed to last, it can become damaged or worn over time due to age, wear and tear, or even just poor maintenance. Fortunately, there are some simple steps that homeowners...
By Dixie Somers As a first-time homeowner, you likely have many questions about the process of buying and owning a home, but one of the most important topics to understand is property taxes. Property taxes can be confusing, but they’re an important part of owning a home. Let’s break down what property taxes are, who pays them, and how they are calculated. What...
By Meghan Belnap
Owning a home is one of the most rewarding experiences life can offer, but it’s also a big responsibility. From managing the finances to making repairs, you have to juggle a lot of different tasks as a homeowner. With that in mind, here are five practical tips that can help make home ownership more manageable.
Get Organized
First and foremost,...
By Kara Masterson
Pipes are essential for homeowners, but they don’t last forever. If you think your home might be experiencing pipe problems, look out for these five signs of a leaky pipe. Knowing the warning signs can help you identify the issue and take appropriate action before the problem becomes more severe.
Strange Water Meter Readings
One of the...
