By Kara Masterson Installing a well on your property is an excellent way to increase your property's value, especially if you live in a more rural area. Not only can a well be used for drinking water, but it can also be a valuable backup should public water fail for any reason. Below are some steps necessary if you decide to install a well on your property: Get the...
By Meghan Belnap Buying home appliances is expensive. From dishwashers and refrigerators to espresso machines and water heaters, once they're fitted into a home, the responsibility of making sure they operate efficiently lies on the homeowner. Related: How to Avoid Dust Buildup in Household Appliances Although it may seem like a daunting task for new homeowners,...
By Kara Masterson Winter means cold temperatures and snow on the ground. Although this season is beautiful, the frigid weather means that the extreme elements winter can bring can also damage various areas in your home. Related: How to Handle a Burst Pipe and Minimize Damage Below are a few areas you may want to keep in mind as temperatures starts to drop across...
By Brentnie Daggett Water damage is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. Not only can it cause devastating damage and decrease the value of your home, but it can also pose real health risks if left unaddressed. There are a number of issues that can lead to water damage in the home, ranging from something as simple as a leaking appliance to something as serious as flash...
By Kara Masterson
Winter is fast approaching, but do you live in an area of the U.S. that experiences warm weather year-round? A garden can make your yard or any plot of land look better. It can also make you happier and provide an opportunity to destress.
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Keep in mind, though, that maintaining a yard takes a lot...
By Meghan Belnap Although a master bathroom, at its core, is simply a place to heed nature's call, take a bath and get ready for the day, it should provide many more features. Ultimately, the factor that determines how you can use your master bathroom is how you choose to design your space. Related: Five Key Tips to a Smooth Bathroom Remodel If you think carefully...
By Kara Masterson The way the exterior of your home looks is one of the biggest factors that will determine its value. It’s important for the interior of your house to look nice, especially if you’re trying to attract prospective buyers, but you can boost curb appeal by enhancing the exterior of your home. Here are four things you can do to increase your home's...
By Kara Masterson Your home’s air quality can have a big impact on your family’s respiratory health. This is just one of the many reasons why you should ensure that your house isn’t filled with airborne contaminants. Luckily, with a little bit of preventative maintenance and a few upgrades, such as the ones listed below, you can make sure that your home’s...
By Kara Masterson A septic tank is absolutely necessary in a functioning home, designed to collect, treat and dispose of sewage. This is critical when your home would otherwise have poor drainage or have no way of being connected to main sewage networks. It isn't difficult to care for a septic tank, but there are a few things that you have to do in order to make...
By Anita Ginsburg Issues with your home’s sewer line can interrupt your daily life. If left alone and unrepaired, it can increase your home’s risk of serious structural damage. It's for this reason that it's vital to always keep an eye out for any of these warning signs: Multiple Slow Drains When a single drain is slow, it is often caused by a smaller clog in...
