Help for Your Holiday Water Bill
With Thanksgiving less than a week away, the holiday countdown has begun. And like many families, you may be hosting several friends or family members over the next several weeks. While your preparation list likely includes gifts, food and cleaning, have you prepared to absorb the additional water expense that comes with extended house guests? […]
Cleaning Your Fireplace
So cold weather has finally arrived. That means you can now curl up with a warm cup of java in front of your fireplace for a little R&R. Before you do though, there are a few tasks you’ll need to complete to ensure that your fireplace is in good working order. For a wood burning […]
Teaching Your Children To Use Toilet Paper
When it comes to toilet paper, a little good judgement goes a long way. While most adults have a sense of how much is too much, young children can have a harder time discerning the proper amount of toilet paper to use. Thankfully toilet paper isn’t that expensive, but using too much can add up […]
Holiday Home Prep (Part 4): Electrical Systems
As you prepare for holiday house guests, it’s important to remember your home’s electrical systems. Carving out some time to ensure all your systems are functioning safely and properly can mean a more comfortable visit for your friends and family. Furnace Check Up. If you haven’t already done it, schedule your annual furnace check up with […]
Home Holiday Prep: Your Plumbing System (Part 3)
So your kitchen appliances are ready to roll when guests arrive next month. What’s next? Your plumbing system. The reality is that with additional guests in your home, your plumbing system will endure added stress during the holidays. Here are a few things you can do to help ensure a problem-free holiday. Toilets. Have […]
Home Holiday Prep: The Kitchen (Part 2)
Now that you have the big picture with regard to preparing for your house for the holidays, get your pencil and paper out. Below are some helpful tips for inspecting those appliances. Refrigerator/Freezer. Besides your oven, what will be the most used appliance in your home in the next couple of months? You guessed […]
Holiday Home Prep (Part One: The Kitchen)
Believe it or not, Christmas is just a little over four weeks away and Santa and your house guest will be arriving soon. What does that mean for you? To avoid unnecessary stress, now’s a good time to start preparing your home for holiday gatherings. Where to start? Below is a list of items […]
Installing a French Drain (Part Two)
Now that you’ve identified a good location for your drain, it’s time to get started. Before you start digging, mark the area extending from your rain gutter for your French drain with spray paint. This will serve as your guide. To begin building you’ll need a shovel, gravel, water permeable landscaping fabric, a few […]
Installing A French Drain (Part One)
Have you discovered standing water around your foundation or do you have a leaky basement? Then you may want to consider installing a French drain on your property. By helping keep water away from your foundation and your basement, a french drain can be an essential tool in keeping your home free of water […]
Trending Kitchen Faucet Types and Features
What’s the latest in kitchen faucet trends? Read below for some great ideas for your kitchen. Hands-Free Faucets. The faucet gods have delivered a solution for any person who’s ever made hamburger patties and didn’t want to touch the faucet handle to turn on the water with their raw-meat slathered hands. Yes, it’s true. The hands-free […]
