Would you like to redo the flooring in your home? Or are you building a new house and need to choose flooring? Do you want something easy to install, cost-effective, and durable? Laminate may be for you! Laminate flooring comes in a variety of styles and colors. It is...

Choosing appliances for your home can be a slightly daunting task. There are so many options and varieties. Let’s discuss choosing a washer and dryer set.  First, you need to decide whether to purchase side-by-side units or stackable units. Stackable is great for...

Many people enjoy using candles in their homes. Perhaps you use them all year long, or you mostly use them during the cooler season to make a cozy atmosphere. Whatever the case may be, make sure to use candles safely. Many house fires are started each year because of...

Air quality in your home is important. The health of you and your family can be greatly impacted by it. How can you improve the quality? For starters, reduce contaminants and pollutants. Keep your home clean. Dust and vacuum to reduce the allergens from dust mites....

Having a dog brings a lot of joy, but it also is a big responsibility. You are responsible for the safety of your furry friend and for other people or animals that it encounters. If you choose to let your dog run off leash in your yard, the type of fencing you use...

Is it time for you to replace your kitchen countertops? Or are you building a new home and thinking about what style you would like in the kitchen?  Perhaps you have been considering a popular choice, concrete countertops.  Let’s discuss the pros and cons of...

Training a new puppy can be fun and frustrating all at the same time. By puppy-proofing your home, you can limit the frustrations for both you and your puppy.  Puppies love to investigate and chew on all kinds of objects and textures. It’s up to you to make sure...

Have you ever washed food chunks and grease down your kitchen sink drain? There are some good reasons to think twice before doing that again.  Grease and food can get stuck in your pipes and cause clogs. They can even cause damage to your septic system. Have you...

Cleaning away dust is important. Not only will your furniture look better, you will feel better, as dust can intensify allergies. Cleaning from top to bottom is most effective. Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures and tops of tall furniture. Also, wipe down your walls...

Having a deck or porch on your home can add tremendous value to the property. Few people can deny the appeal of a wraparound porch or a beautiful deck that's simply built for entertaining and enjoying the natural surroundings. If you're building or renovating a home...