Fall in Love with Your Lawn: Tips for Preparing your Yard for Fall and Winter
With the leaves changing colors, and with temperatures dropping, most people are thinking about football games and Halloween costumes, not so much lawn care. Since grass grows slowly during the fall season, many think that a lawn requires less maintenance, while in fact your lawn is seeking nutrients to prepare for the long winter season. […]
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
With cooler weather around the corner, fall is the perfect time to perform a routine maintenance check on your home. To help you prepare your home for winter, we created a home maintenance checklist to make the process easy. Follow this list to get your home winterized in no-time! Home Maintenance, The Exterior of Your […]
Private: Top Tips to Prepare Your Home for Summer
Before your vacation plans, backyard cookouts (check out our Affordable Cookout Ideas), parties, and summer fun kicks into full swing, there are a few things you’ll want to consider to get your home in order for the summer season. From reducing your energy costs to staying cool, check out our list of house prepping items […]
Grill Buying Guide
Grilled ribeye steak or fresh grilled salmon with a lemon butter sauce? Classic barbeque chicken or sweet baby back ribs? Perhaps you’re in the mood for a grilled steak salad or something different like rosemary ranch chicken kabobs! Whatever you’re in the mood for, it’s summer grilling season and that means it’s time to get […]
5 Best Space Maximization Tips for Small Apartments
Maximizing living space is something everyone should be focused on. It’s especially important to those who rent apartments, live in college dorms, and have smaller spaces to occupy. Space maximization can help you stay organized, and can free up much needed space in your home that could be used for other purposes. To help you […]
Fence Buying Guide- Fence Regulations, Types of Fences, and Fencing Materials
Fences come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, and can be used for a variety of purposes. In order to help you pick out the perfect fence, we have compiled a list of things to consider throughout the fence buying process. What to Consider Before Choosing a Fence First, if you live in […]
5 Creative Ways to Maximize Storage Space in Your Backyard Shed
1. Hooks and Pegboards – The key to a clutter-free shed is to get as much off of the floor as possible. One of the best ways to do this is with pegboards and hooks. Pegboard sheets can be nailed to the studs inside your shed so you can insert hooks or pegs and then hang tools, […]
Pool Buying Guide-Pool Types, Options, and What to Know Before You Buy
Pool Buying Guide If you are thinking about purchasing a pool, it is important to understand the different types of pools available in order to determine which pool is right for you. We talked to Julie Pettis, owner of Pettis Pools located in East Rochester and Greece, NY (chosen as Rochester, New York’s number one […]
How to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring-Landscaping 101
Landscaping tips for spring With our Landscaping it’s time to get your yard in shape! In order to have the best looking yard in the summer, it’s important to start building the right foundation in early spring. Here’s a quick planning guide on things you can do to make your yard look great as we […]
Common Roof Leaks and How to Spot Them
Roof leaks, no matter how seemingly minor, should be taken seriously and treated with urgency. If left unresolved, even the smallest leaks can cause major damage. Problems like mold, rotted framing and sheathing, destroyed insulation, and damaged ceilings are just a few expensive and labor intensive issues that result from untreated leaks.
Eco-Friendly Home Improvements
Looking for ways to stay “green” during your next home improvement project? Perfect! The good news is there are lots of ways you can not only improve your home’s look, but also it’s energy efficiency which can save you money for years to come. Apply for a loan for home improvement today! First – Discover the Energy […]
Home Improvement Projects that Add Value
When it comes to adding value to your home – there are some home improvement options that are better than others. In this week’s post we look at five home improvement projects that are among the best for adding equity to your home. When making home improvements, keep in mind that your return on investment […]
