Your Guide To Better Gutter Care

The gutters are often the most neglected part of the home. Keeping them clean is important. They help protect your house during heavy rainfall or snow, and also improve its exterior. For them to work at optimal condition, they need routine maintenance and care. Follow these tips to make them work as efficiently as possible.…

Quick Home Composting Tips

From reducing your carbon footprint to making your own organic, nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden or landscaping, composting is a great way to put food scraps and yard debris to good use. What Goes Into the Compost Pile? To maintain a healthy compost pile, make sure to alternate between adding: Dry, carbon-rich “brown” materials like…

Quick Steps To Diagnose a Low-Pressure Faucet

While a slow-flowing faucet may be a sign of larger plumbing issues, it’s often a quick fix. Take the following steps to diagnose the issue. Check the Shut-Off Valve: Check that the shut-off valve beneath the sink is fully in the on position. Stored items sometimes knock this valve out of place. If the shut-off…

Xeriscaping: 5 Water-Conserving Landscaping Ideas

Also known as smartscaping or dryscaping, xeriscaping is a great way to conserve water while making it easier to maintain your home landscaping. Don’t worry, it’s not all about cacti and bare rock. Here are four ideas for making your yard dry-weather friendly. 1. Plant drought-tolerant turf like Bermuda or Kentucky Bluegrass, which stay green…

Turn an Unused Basement Into a Cozy Bedroom

Having a room that’s used for nothing other than storage is a waste of square footage. By remodeling your basement into a bedroom, this allows more room for a growing family, renting out the room, more space for parties, and increasing sale value. Before moving forward in your plans, there are a few things that…