Bonfire vs. Pit: What to Know for Your Next Summer Party In summer, burn injuries increase exponentially due to out-of-control flames, unsupervised grills, and other mishaps. If you plan on gathering around a campfire this summer, here’s how you can keep safe. May 24, 2021 By sma Holiday, Safety entertaining, home exterior, lawn care, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Top 10 Summer Home Maintenance Projects Summer is the perfect time to tackle all those big tasks on your to-do list. Here are the top 10 chores you should do to keep your home looking great and its components running smoothly. May 17, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Maintenance, Safety electrical, home exterior, hvac, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
7 Interesting Things Found in Old Homes Older homes are full of one-of-a-kind features you won’t find in today’s new builds. Here are a few of our favorites, some rarer than others. May 10, 2021 By sma Home Decor, Just for Fun entertaining, organization 0 0 Comment Read More »
5 Easy Ways to Save on Your AC Bill Running your AC on high all summer puts a strain on your cooling system and your bank account. Here are our tips on how you can still keep cool, extend your HVAC’s life, and lower your bills all at once! May 3, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Maintenance, Safety electrical, hvac, summer, ventilation 0 0 Comment Read More »
Throwing the Perfect Backyard Get Together Before we know it, summertime will be here, and there’s nothing better than having your friends and family over for a backyard cookout. Here are some tips to create an entertaining night without a hitch. April 26, 2021 By sma Home Decor, Just for Fun entertaining, home exterior, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
High and Dry: Making Sure You Optimize Your Dryer’s Life Your washer and dryer are two of the most used appliances in your home. Just a small bit of maintenance every so often can help protect your home and your family from a scary situation. April 19, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Maintenance, Safety appliances, laundry, ventilation 0 0 Comment Read More »
5 Ways to Get Your Green Thumb in Gear this Spring April is Lawn and Garden Month, so what better time to start a new landscaping project? Try out these tips to turn your yard into a colorful explosion of flowers this spring and break your “cultivating curse.” April 12, 2021 By sma DIY, Just for Fun garden, home exterior, lawn care, spring 0 0 Comment Read More »
Getting Your Gutters in Shape for Spring and Summer Your gutters do a lot of work to protect your home, and it’s essential that they’re in top condition. One of the things at the top of your spring cleaning list should be to prepare your home’s drainage system. April 5, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Maintenance, Safety home exterior, roof, spring, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
5 Costly Reasons You Should Never Skip a Home Inspection You may even be tempted to skip a home inspection in today's competitive market. But, a home inspection is still a crucial step in the buying process. Here's why. March 29, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety first time homeowner, moving, new homeowner, real estate 0 0 Comment Read More »
How to Keep Your Oven Clean and Safe Your oven might be in need of some TLC. Knowing how to clean your oven the right way will let you extend its lifespan and get the best possible cooking results. March 22, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, DIY, Home Maintenance, Safety appliances, electrical, kitchen 0 0 Comment Read More »