December is a tough month to focus on home maintenance. There’s so much holiday cheer to hang up and drink down that doing routine chores seems like a wet blanket over the Christmas/ Hanukkah/ Kwanzaa/ Festivus spirit. On the other hand, by taking care of home maintenance to-do’s like preventing icy hazards and snow removal, […]
When the dreaded cold months of winter arrive, it means many homeowners are put in a difficult conundrum to keep their homes warm without breaking the bank, and staying warm is becoming increasingly expensive. Saving money can be as easy as setting your thermostat. But what is the ideal temp? Is there such a thing […]
Did you know that Christmas trees account for more than $13 million in property damage per year? According to the American Christmas Tree Association, it turns out that the gorgeous Douglas fir you’ve so painstakingly decorated could pose a ginormous fire risk. Throw in Hanukkah candles, unswept chimneys, ancient space heaters, and faulty strings of […]
The days have gotten shorter and nights longer, and it’s really important to make sure all of your exterior lights are in good working order. Many things can wreak havoc on exterior lighting. Natural elements like weather and vegetation growth are big culprits, but people and animals can be as well. After all, outdoor lighting […]
With all of the decorations, shopping, baking, and festivities that come with the holiday season, it’s important to be safe while also having fun. On top of putting the health and wellbeing of your loved ones first, here are five tips from Safewise to help you minimize risk while you deck the halls and join […]
When the dreaded cold months of winter arrive, it means many homeowners are put in a difficult conundrum to keep their homes warm without breaking the bank, and staying warm is becoming increasingly expensive. It’s a good news/bad news situation. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) estimates that the average cost of home heating […]
Trying to make your home merry and bright can certainly be a trying, and sometimes hazardous, experience. Here are some tips to help you light up your holidays without putting a ding in your wallet… or yourself. Easy-Clip Tree Ornaments The wire hooks that come with Christmas tree ornaments can be hard to use and […]
HGTV’s popular “White House Christmas 2024” special is set to air on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM. This special event promises to be a delightful exploration of the holiday spirit as it unfolds in one of the most iconic homes in America. The show will showcase the stunning decorations that transform the White […]
As fun and festive as Christmas trees can be, not everyone has room for one—and some don’t like dealing with the fuss of having a tree in their home. Fortunately, there are many stylish ways to deck your halls for the holidays. For example, instead of putting up your pine, look to your walls, ceilings, doors, and […]
Before the last autumn leaf fades, it’s a good idea to put your garden to bed, as the saying goes. Whether winter brings you just a few snowflakes or epic snowdrifts, you can take steps to ensure that the coldest season takes only the smallest toll on your landscape. Then, as the first deep freezes […]