Most Overlooked Home Repairs

A guest post from Darryl Crosby, edited by Deb Villeneuve Darryl has generously shared his advice on the most overlooked home repairs and maintenance tips that can save you thousands of dollars in…

Top Tips for DIY Roofers

A guest post by Grace Bailey edited by Deb Villeneuve The following top tips for DIY roofers will  help you decide whether you can handle the job or if it's best to call in the professionals!……

Interior Painting Tips

a guest post by Grace Bailey edited by Deb Villeneuve One of the easiest ways to change the feel of your home is to change its colors. Painting is the way to go, however many of us seem to have…

14 inspirational Backsplash ideas for a beautiful kitchen!

Here are a few examples that we hope will inspire you when deciding on how to finish that little bit of wall between the counter and cabinets that will reflect your taste and enhance the beauty of…

Home Improvement and upkeep

A guest post from Grace Baily edited by Deb Villeneuve Home Improvement Ideas There are many ways in which one can improve the home where he or she lives but in general there are three things that…

Building Product Spotlight – Fiber Cement Siding

Source: certainteed.com via Drummond on Pinterest   When looking for a durable, low-maintenance cladding material for your home, you may consider fiber cement siding. It has the look and…

Bad weather can help you assess your home

  Whether it's after a rough winter or following other severe weather - bad weather can help you assess your home so look on the bright side because it gives you the chance to take advantage of…

Smart Spring Yard Cleanup

March is notoriously unpredictable. Shrubs can be crusty with snow on the first of the month, and then, a couple of weeks later, temperatures can warm up enough for flower and leaf buds to show…

Cleaning Outdoor Furniture

Are you wondering how to freshen up your outdoor furniture? Chances are, you have all the ingredients you have right in your home to do so. The DIY Network shares the following advice: Basic Recipe…

The Perfect Home for the Single Woman

Recent statistics show that you don’t have to be a “Mrs.” in order to buy your dream house. In fact, single women dominate the homeowner’s market as of late—in 2010 alone, single women accounted for…

Energy Efficiency Series: Furnace Maintenance for Energy Savings

In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable.  Out of sight, out of mind…

Fireplace Maintenance in the Fall Season

Image courtesy of BuildDirect Nothing cheers you up on a cold day like sitting with a cup of cocoa in front of a warm fire. Cooler weather is right around the corner and now is the time to maintain…

New Roof: Is it time?

Your roof is a workhorse element to your home because your roofing is the first line of defense between you, and the elements all year around. But, as Autumn progresses into winter months, and…

Decor: The Best Upgrades for Your Money

Designers at HGTV share the best upgrades for your money... "The key to any new-build is the upgrades,but they can cost a fortune. A lot of them are worth spending the money, however, because they're…

How to Judge a Quote for Siding/Roofing/Windows

When you’ve got a major exterior home renovation project like siding, roofing, and window replacement, and you’re balancing a number of installation quotes, how do you decide on which one makes the…

How to Aerate Your Lawn

Aerating your lawn is a simple task that makes a big difference in the way plants and grass grow during the summer season. The most important reason to aerate your lawn is to clean out roots and…

How to Protect and Maintain Your Beautiful Hardwood Floors

Whether you already own gorgeous hardwood floors or you are in the market for flooring and considering them for your home, you should think about the upkeep when choosing. While hardwood flooring can…

Spring Cleaning Checklists

Creating spring cleaning checklists are something that can get a little dull, but in the long run, they can help keep the spring cleaning process organized and productive. This is especially true of…

Spring Cleaning and Pets

Seasonal pet care and spring cleaning go hand in hand. After all, spring cleaning is about comfort for everyone who lives in the home, including your four-legged friends. For instance, it’s during…

How to Improve Home Cooling with Trees

While green homes often sport all manner of technical solutions to keep them optimized and efficient, the landscaping can have a significant effect on the building and its energy use. Site…