Taking Care of Your Home
5 ways to clean those hard to reach places
Cleaning those hard to reach places in your home can be a tedious task. From hard to reach places like your cabinet tops, to those places that are just small and tight, hopefully these tips will help make your cleaning days go a little smoother. Ceiling fans: We have posted several times about cleaning your…
Read MoreTips for keeping your home safe and running during the winter
We may not have gotten any snow like our coastal neighbors did, but it has certainly been cold enough to freeze your pipes and keep you indoors! Here are a few tips to help keep your pipes from freezing which will hopefully prevent you from being without water in the morning! Open your cabinets…
Read MoreThe first 5 things that guests will notice when walking into your home.
First impressions are everything, and whether you are trying to sell your home, hosting an event, or having friends over for dinner, you want to make sure that their first impression of your home is a memorable one (and in a good way). Here are the first 5 things that your guests will notice when…
Read MorePreparing Your Home for Holiday Parties
Tis’ the season for Holiday parties, gatherings, and get-together’s. Being the host or hostess for such gatherings can be intimidating and overwhelming. Not only do you want your guests to enjoy themselves and be entertained, but you want your home to reflect the clean organized person that you are. So here are some ideas for…
Read MoreUnderstanding home insulation
Every homeowner knows that insulating a home is important for comfort and energy efficiency. But it’s equally important to understand how home insulation works so you ensure you’re taking the right steps to effectively prevent the swap of interior and exterior temperatures. Insulation provides resistance to heat flow. Heat flow is the movement of warm…
Read More7 overlooked places in your home that you forget to clean.
Your Thanksgiving guests have come and gone, and you will now spend the next few days cleaning up where your guests have stayed. Now is a great time to go one step further with your cleaning and clean those overlooked spots. You know those places in your home that you either forget to clean or…
Read MoreGarage organization: De-cluttering and storage tips
The garage is probably one of the most preferred stash places in your home. The attic is great, but it can be difficult to access. The basement is good, if you have one, but you might worry about dampness. Or you have a finished basement that’s already full. Rather than continue to pack and stack…
Read MoreOutdoor Living Spaces to use this Fall
Outdoor living spaces can be used year round, but there is something about Fall weather that makes outdoor entertaining even better. The air is cool and crisp but not too cold to be outside, making it the perfect time to enjoy your outdoor entertaining areas. Here is a list of what we consider outdoor entertaining…
Read MorePreparing Your Home for Trick or Treaters
Halloween is a fun time of year for all ages. It’s always fun to see the excitement kids show when they get to dress up as their favorite character, ring your doorbell, and yell trick or treat! The last thing that any homeowner wants to do is ruin a young child’s evening because they failed…
Read More6 Bathroom Renovations That are Worth it
There is a reason why people say that you can tell a lot about a household just by looking at its bathroom. Even though you may see it as just a room for your physical needs, it is actually the first room you stumble into when you get up in the morning. That is why…
Read MoreGuest Post: How to Increase Your Homes Value with Proper Floorcare
Our guest blog post today is from our friends at Lake Norman Carpet and Tile Cleaning located in Cornelius! They provide both residential and commercial services, and use the most modern equipment to professionally clean your carpet, area rugs, and upholstery! You can visit their website by clicking the link above! When it comes…
Read MoreJust in case, Hurricane Irma Safety Tips
With this unpredictable Hurricane Irma heading our way, it is always a good idea to have these safety tips tucked away in your back pocket. Unplug all appliances from your outlets to protect them from any power surges. Stay indoors during the storm. A Hurricane selfie or video for Facebook is not worth the risk.…
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