While hardwood floors are beautiful, durable, and add a lot of value to a home, many people tend to hesitate to commit to hardwoods. Hardwood floors have a reputation of being high maintenance, and that doesn’t resonate well in a household where both parties are working full-time, and children or pets are apt to make…
Fall is right around the corner! We’re looking forward to seeing the leaves change colors and the warm weather finally settle into something a little cooler. With those cooler temps will come more time spent outdoors enjoying the crisp autumn air… and more time to realize that your home’s exterior has seen better days. Dirt,…
Whether your dryer is an older model or brand-spanking-new, it’s not uncommon to have problems with it just not running all that efficiently. Your power bills are soaring and you just can’t seem to get things dry in a single load? You may need a repair, but you may also just need to try one…
Water can make its way into your home in many different ways — flooding, holes in the roof, or even leaking or broken drain pipes within your home. If you’ve ever found a dripping pipe under the sink with stained or damaged wood underneath, you’ve seen the earliest signs of water damage. Unfortunately, even minor…
With pollen counts this spring ranging from “high” to “shockingly high”, those of us who fight allergies are settling in for a spring full of misery. It can seem like sniffling, sneezing, itchy eyes, and fatigue are just a normal part of spring. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to lessen your allergy…
In all your many Spring Cleaning to-do lists and plans, do you have scrub your tile and grout on any of them? Many people give their bathrooms or kitchens a quick mop and call it good, but long-term buildup can take your tile floors and shower walls from looking brand-spanking-new to seeming dated, dingy, and…
It’s time for that annual spring-cleaning spree! Before you dive right in, let’s take a look at those springing cleaning chores one by one, starting with your area rugs and carpets. Thanks to their everyday use, they are prone to serious wear and tear. With proper care, however, you can keep your carpets looking fresh…
In our blog on getting your home ready for the holidays, we gave you a few tips on how to prepare for the influx of guests, food, and good times that the holidays bring. But what can you do once all the parties are over and you’re left with stains, scuffs, smudges, and other damage…