November 12, 2020
Setting the mood for your festive season is easy when you have fun and creative thanksgiving decoration ideas. If you’re really keen on going the full mile this year, then get into the spirit with beautiful displays, place settings, placeholders and more! Our recommendations on how to throw a thanksgiving party are often based on […]
November 11, 2020
Winterizing your Home: Insulate pipes that run through your attic and other non-heated areas (you’ll want to do this on any outdoor pipes, too). Set up draft guards on any doors that go outside. Seal off your fireplace (unless you plan to use it during the winter). Check for cracks near the indoor frames of windows or doors. If […]
October 26, 2020
If your roof caves in or blow off during a storm, it’ll be obvious that you need to get a new one. However, you don’t want your roof to get to this stage before you address the problems it has. At the same time, you won’t want to invest in a new roof if repairs […]
October 20, 2020
According to BreastCancer.org, one in eight women, or about 12 percent of the female population, will eventually be diagnosed with breast cancer. It is true that the incident rate of cancer has decreased over the past two decades, and early diagnosis and treatment have helped reduce the death toll associated with breast cancer. Even with […]
October 19, 2020
How Solar Panels Work During a Blackout Solar roofing allows your home to generate power independent of the power grid. So at first blush, it seems like you should be immune to a blackout, right? Unfortunately, it’s a little more complicated than that. Most solar power systems are called “grid-tied” systems, which means your solar […]
October 16, 2020
As with any purchasing decision, the choice between two options comes down to what it is you’re looking for. Most people buy a fireplace — gas or electric — for one or more of the following reasons: Supplemental heat in a cold room Backup heat in the case of a furnace failure or power outage […]
October 8, 2020
How to Prepare for a Hurricane: Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over ocean water and often move toward land. Threats from hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, rip currents, and tornadoes. The heavy winds of hurricanes can cause damage or destroy homes, buildings, and roads, as well […]
October 7, 2020
As we begin to enter the fall and winter months, COVID-19, the flu and allergies will be circulating around our communities all at once. Since all three share similar symptoms, it can be confusing to know which warning signs to look out for. Get educated on the different symptoms of each as well as ways you […]
October 2, 2020
When you are going through unprecedented times of uncertainty and fear, one of the last things you want to worry about is finances. Follow these tips to avoid adding unnecessary strain. Know the difference between needs and wants It’s not always easy distinguishing between what is essential and what isn’t. It’s even harder to give […]
October 1, 2020
In the height of summer, your backyard or porch is headquarters for family time and date night alike. Combine both, and cue up a movie on your DIY movie screen for a staycation highlight. A bedsheet or table cloth affixed to a fence or wall plays projection screen, and your at-home projector makes movie magic. Setting […]