A home inspection is one of the most nerve-racking rituals in the homebuying process. It's also one of the most misunderstood. While it is a thorough examination it’s important for buyers to realize there are some things that a home inspection does not include. ...

We have all heard that rainwater harvesting is good for the environment, but if you’re like most of us you don’t exactly know why.  Here are a few quick points why rainwater harvesting is vital for a thriving local ecology: You protect your local watershed. When...

In this day and age, it is easy to get scammed or ripped off. For this reason, we’re always looking for ways to protect our homes and our money.  Older adults can be particularly vulnerable if they believe a contractor knocking on the door is a good...

An annual is a plant that lives and dies in one growing season. A perennial grows and returns year after year. As busy as most homeowners are, planting anything but perennials only makes sense.  When you go to nurseries check to make sure whether a plant is annual or...

If you want to keep your lawn more working for many years to come you must service it regularly. Here are a few tips for lawn more maintenance that will ensure that your machine will be with you for many years to come. Sharpen the blades. Making sure your blades are...

Why is solar energy still worth considering? Being able to capture abundant and free sunlight and turn it into energy is awesome. You save on electric bills and waste if you were natural resources at the same time.  Installing solar panels on your roof is about as...

In the past, steel siding was really something that you only used in commercial settings, both due to its appearance and the price. While steel siding is still more costly than many other materials, the difference isn’t as drastic as you might think, especially when...

Drip, drip, drip… the sound of a leaking faucet, a nagging sound for most of us.  Why and what causes this to happen? Learn about several frequent causes of a leaky faucet below. 1. O-Ring is bad A loose or worn-out O ring might be the culprit. It’s a small disc...

If you live in a more rural area, you probably see quite a bit of wildlife around your home. And if you see a lot of wildlife, that means that there is much more activity that you never see. While this might be fascinating to observe, it might not be so nice if the...

If you’re looking for a way to quickly change the look of your kitchen cabinets, consider updating the hardware. This is a quick and simple fix that can majorly transform your cabinets, taking them from dull to dazzling! New hardware can make old cabinets look more...