3 Ways to Get Your Kids Playing Outdoors this Summer With the school year coming to a close, the time is now to prepare for outdoor activities. If you don’t want your kids glued to their screens all summer, here are a few ideas that just might encourage them to spend more time out of the house. May 20, 2024 By Melisa Rana DIY, Home Maintenance, Just for Fun home exterior, kids, landscaping, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
How to Host a Memorable Backyard Barbecue Seamless and safe barbecues are all about preparation and safety. So for your next backyard bash or summer shindig, consider these tips to take it to the next level. May 29, 2023 By sma Holiday, Just for Fun, Safety entertaining, kids, pets, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
How to Paint a Home’s Exterior (And When To Hire a Professional) A fresh coat of paint is a great way to solve these aesthetic issues, but paint has many other benefits for a home’s exterior! Here are a few things every homeowner should know when considering a home exterior makeover. March 13, 2023 By sma DIY, Home Maintenance fall, home exterior, home seller, new homeowner, painting, spring, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
How To Stop Burglars In Their Tracks When You're On Vacation Leaving your home for an extended period can be stressful. Taking some precautions prior to your time away is the best way to ensure you’ll have peace of mind to enjoy your vacation to its fullest! February 27, 2023 By sma Home Inspection, Safety home security, spring, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
How to Storm-Proof Your Home from Inclement Weather A bad storm can bring about so many repairs. From broken windows to downed powerlines and trees. The best method of defense is to prepare for disaster before it occurs. May 16, 2022 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety home exterior, new homeowner, roof, spring, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Get the Most Out of Your Home Listing As you work with your agent, they’ll likely give you advice on how to optimize your listing. Here are a few tips to draw the perfect buyer to your home. August 30, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance home seller, kitchen, moving, real estate, spring, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Protect Your Home from a Flooding Disaster Water damage has cost homeowners billions of dollars in repairs. While you can’t control the weather, you can prepare yourself and your home. August 23, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety basement, foundation, landscaping, plumbing, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Maintaining Your Sprinkler System A sprinkler system is a great and easy way to keep your lawn looking fresh through the hot summer months. Here are some common issues that can come with a sprinkler system and how to fix them. August 9, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance home exterior, lawn care, plumbing, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Caring for Your Stucco Siding Stucco is one of the most durable siding materials. While you don’t need to do intensive maintenance, it’s still good to schedule in regular cleanings to keep your stucco in top shape. July 19, 2021 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Decor, Home Maintenance, Safety foundation, home exterior, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »
Ensure Your Pool is Safe for Summer Fun While they're a fun way to take a break from the summertime heat, pools also can be dangerous areas for young children and pets. Here’s what you need to do to keep everyone safe and cool. June 21, 2021 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety home exterior, kids, pets, pool, summer 0 0 Comment Read More »