One of the best things about summer is the opportunity to spend a little more time with friends and family. The longer days make it easier to get together, and the extra daylight makes outdoor entertaining ideal. With a little planning, your backyard can easily become your favorite place to host summer gatherings. Honestly, it might not take much effort at all to turn your outdoor space into ...
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10 Ways to Transform Your Home for Maximum Comfort and Efficiency
I don't know about you, but I want a comfortable home. I want to create a space that invites people to relax and helps them rejuvenate. The problem is I need my home to be efficient, too. And, I'm not just talking about energy efficiency, though in a large, old home, that's really important to our pocketbooks. I want my home to function in a way that helps hospitality be a little less of a hassle, ...
5 Tips To Protect Your Home Against Harsh Weather
Here in Mississippi, we've had an increasing number of severe weather events this spring, and with hurricane season just around the corner, the question of how best to protect your home against harsh weather is never too far from people's minds. What should you be doing to be prepared when harsh weather arrives? Seal Doors And Windows First, you’ll want to ensure you seal all your ...
Big-Ticket Home Replacements That Are Worth the Investment
I love our home. I really do, but if I'm honest, there are days I look back wistfully at renting. Generally, it's when yet another appliance needs replacing or when we had to replace the Chrysler air conditioner upstairs...original from 1963. Did you know Chrysler made air conditioners? I didn't, and if getting it out was nearly as difficult as putting it in, I think they must have built the attic ...