Best Soil for Grading Around the Yard
Proper grading around the home can erode over time. The gradual effects of nature can contribute to grading problems. The erosive effects of wind and water can alter the protective grade as well as washed away. Well compacted soil forces water to run across the...
Don’t Forget About Closing Costs!
What are closing costs? All of the additional fees associated with a mortgage. Closing costs can cost thousands of dollars. This amount is usually between two and five percent of the principal loan. Different types of closing cost components vary from state to state....
Backyard Playground Safety!
Many families have stopped going to the public park and have brought the park home with them. Building your playground right in the backyard can be a great family project. Making sure safety is a priority is critical. When you build or purchase your play yard...
Fixing a Tub that Won’t Hold Water
Bathroom drains are cleverly mysterious. Somehow, a lever placed well above the bottom of the tub controls whether the water stays in the tub or if it drains out. When a tub won’t hold water, the two potential causes are easily repaired. Here are a few steps for...
Is Your Home Elderly Safe?
There are several things to consider when you’re updating a home to be senior-friendly. From a senior-friendly bathroom to kitchen conveniences you want to do it the right way. Here are some great ideas to prepare your or your loved ones home for aging in place. ...
Spring Around the House!
Before we know it the long and grey winter is gone and spring is here. With this new season also come spring cleaning and that means home maintenance for most of us Here are a few tips to ensure your home is ready for a summer like no other. Clear the...
Buying a Home – Purchase or Investment?
Most experts agree that you shouldn’t think of your primary home as an investment. Why? Real estate barely outpaces inflation over time. You can absolutely time the market, flip a house, or buy a rental but that’s different from expecting your primary home to earn you...
Do I Have Hard Water?
Do I have hard water in my home? What is hard water? Water hardness is the levels of minerals that are found in a home’s water supply. An excess of minerals, calcium, and magnesium dissolved into the water can result in hard water. The best way to know whether or not...
What’s Trending in Kitchen Faucets?
The center of the kitchen is where most of us spend our time. It’s one of the warmest and most inviting places in the home. What draws us to the kitchen, besides the aroma of comforting food? The look and feel of the kitchen. In particular, the kitchen faucet can add...
Water Conservation Tips at Home
An average American family of four uses about 400 gallons of water a day. Residential usage of water is substantial in the US. Efficient appliances and fixtures can help but a little care and common sense go a long way toward minimizing waste. Here are a few...