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...
By Kara Masterson While there is no shortage of upkeep and maintenance-related tasks that property owners must deal with, not all tasks are created equal. Knowing which of these concerns to prioritize and which tasks can be put off until later is not something that homeowners should leave to chance. Featured: Sinking, Sagging and Other Signs Your Home Has Serious...
By Lizzie Weakley
Roofing is not something most people consider when choosing their interior design. Depending on location, some consider the kind of roof they want for temperature variances; for instance, people living in coastal areas may opt for wood shakes.
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Homeowners should be aware that different...
By Brentnie Daggett Remodeling is a great way to fix, update or upgrade your home while increasing its value, but costs can add up. It’s important to prioritize the projects that will not only benefit you and your family in your daily lives, but also will attract future buyers if and when the time comes to sell. Related: How to Get Approved for a Home Improvement...
