Sometimes it is an inside job!

Sometimes it’s an inside job … Since we have excessive heat days and dangerous levels of smoke in the outside air, we are sprucing up the inside of the house. I just finished sanding and painting all the windowsills and the fireplace mantle.  We are going from room to room, washing base boards, noting the dings […]

Outdoor Summer Maintenance Projects … And Then You Relax!

Ah Summer! A time to relax in the shade of that big ole tree in your favorite hammock. But before you pull out your favorite book and pour yourself a cold beverage, you may want to consider something: spending a few minutes a day over the next two weeks doing some simple maintenance may save […]

Making an Impact Without Breaking the Bank

If it’s time for a fresh look in your home, but you’re afraid it will cost a fortune, you’re in luck! Our feature this issue is all about making your humble abode look new – but without spending a lot! Here are 5 quick tips to get you started.   1. Start at the front. The first […]

The Wonders of Spring

Are You Growing a Home You’ll Love? Despite all the wetness, or perhaps because of it, spring brings us new thoughts of growth, yard work and making our homes, inside and out, be all they can be. It is important that you value what you have, and keep it looking fresh, and in tune with […]