No homeowners can afford to take their utility for granted. Since water and electricity are a necessity, we can’t simply ignore and not use them every single day. But with every light we use, every faucet we turn, and every air conditioning we open, our utility consumption increases. The more appliances and lighting we use, …
Four Easy Home Improvements Guaranteed to Lower Your Utility Bills Read More »
The hotel industry might have plummeted because of the travel restrictions all over the world right now. But the alternative accommodation network has been gaining more popularity than ever. Homestays listed under AirBnB and the Plum Guide have become safer options for people who are dying to be out of their homes. Technically, they would …
Turning Your Property into a Stay-at-home Vacation Haven Read More »
Home improvement is part of our lives as homeowners. Of course, we want to live in a beautiful and comfortable place. We want to provide a safe environment for our family. That is why we make improvements to our house whenever possible or when the budget permits. Everybody wants to enhance the appearance and function …
Hiring a roofer (be it a residential or commercial roofing contractor) requires circumspection. Although the roofing segment of the construction and remodeling sector is made up of trustworthy professionals who put a premium on integrity and quality, some dodgy characters, sadly, give the trade a bad name. Selecting a fraudulent roofer could double your expenses …
How to Tell If Your Roofer Is Taking You for a Ride Read More »
Energy efficiency continues to be a hot topic in the past decade as more and more people push for more sustainable ways to slow climate change and its impact. According to Renewable Energy World, a group of Renewable Energy professionals, energy efficiency choices have increased, with federal programs helping high-efficiency devices reach more people and …
Memorial Day weekend saw hordes of people packed in pools and boardwalks as they partied nonstop. If there’s anything we can take away from that, it’s to avoid these places to minimize the risk of contracting the novel coronavirus disease. Too bad because summertime is the perfect time for pool parties and swimming. The global …
With prices of existing homes continually rising, many Americans are finding the owner-builder route highly appealing. Why not be your own builder, indeed, if you have a profound knowledge of construction in addition to your carpentry skills? As your own builder, you will act the general contractor of your home, and you’d be hiring sub-contractors …
Building Your Own Home: Ways to Save Money Without Compromising Sturdiness Read More »
Each of us has our own favorite spot in the house. These are spaces where you want to hang out and unwind. Many would probably pick the living room or their bedroom, as these are places where all you need to do is to sit or lie down. They can be furnished with soft couches, …
Comfy Pieces of Furniture That You Can Place Anywhere Read More »
Exposed to the blistering sun, torrential rains, and extreme temperature shifts, the paint on the outside walls of your house take a severe beating every day. And without proper maintenance, that paint will break down over time. Common exterior paint problems include blistering, cracking, chalking, peeling, and even mildew. These types of damage make your …
Paint Problems: How to Remove Cracks and Bubbles on Your Home Exterior Read More »
Your apartment is your own personal space. It is your haven, and it is a place where you can be truly yourself. You surely want to make the space truly your own. At some point or the other, you might have considered dressing up your apartment. If you haven’t done this yet, you ought to …
An Artsy Apartment: Picking Artworks to Decorate Your Home Read More »
