maintenance and care Homeowner 101: How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen For most of us, jobs don’t quit at five. Meanwhile, the second shift is just beginning—making dinner for the family, helping with…
research and planning How to Get Smooth Wall Texture With a Skim Coat Before moving to Texas and building a house, I didn’t realize the wide variety of texture finishes that are possible on drywall.…
research and planning Understanding HVAC SEER Ratings: What Homeowners Need to Know Understanding SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings is crucial when choosing the right HVAC system for your home. These ratings…
research and planning Choosing Between a Split HVAC System or Packaged HVAC System If it’s time for you to purchase a new HVAC system, you might find yourself feeling a bit overwhelmed. There are so many brands,…
maintenance and care The Importance of Attic Ventilation When you need a new roof, there are plenty of things to consider—choosing the perfect color, selecting a material and style that works…
maintenance and care Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home: Cooling Climate control is the largest energy expense of a typical U.S. home. It’s easy to cut back a little on water use or turn off the lights…
Other Home Projects How Rain Catch Systems Work With the western half of the US experiencing historical drought levels, it’s time to get serious about reducing our water footprint, and…
maintenance and care Dress Up Your Deck With A DIY Gas Fire Pit Gas fire pits marry the cozy warmth of a backyard fire with ease and convenience. Instead of spending your time chopping wood, obtaining a…