Category: Home and Garden

Tips for Making Your Decking Safe for Kids

A deck makes for a great addition to a home’s outdoor space. Think about these tips for making your home’s decking safe for kids as you build.

What To Do if Lightning Strikes Your Home

There are few forces in this world that we have less control over than the weather. Humans may have the ability to control nearly...

Getting your Vegetable Garden prepared for the season

By Becky Novak I don’t know about you, but the last few days have me itching for consistently warmer days. The great thing about gardening...

3 Things Every New Chicken Owner Needs To Know

Chickens have been a staple of agriculture for thousands of years. Even today, when most people can buy all the food they need at...

Steps You Can Take To Weatherproof Your Home

Do you want to avoid heavy maintenance and stay comfortable year-round? You can implement the following steps for weatherproofing your home.

How To Avoid Feeling Overwhelmed While Cleaning

There shouldn’t be any shame associated with finding household chores overwhelming. Since our lives are more complicated than ever before, it can take a...

How To Know When Your Home Is Too Cluttered

When we occupy the same space for a long time, we can sometimes lose sight of our immediate surroundings, even as they start to...

How To Help Someone Struggling With Drug Addiction

The stressors of everyday life can be too much to bear for some people. In unfortunate cases, they may turn to illegal drugs or...

Tips for Working Outdoors in the Spring

The sun is higher in the sky, birds are singing—spring has sprung. Allow yourself a few moments to bask in the splendor of the...

Spring Gardening Advice

By Becky Novak Spring is in the air!! If you are anything like me, you are itching to get outside and enjoy your yard and...

Tips for Decorating a Basement Bedroom

Whether you are remodeling the basement for a guest room or letting your teen take over the bottom floor, you’ll need to do more...

Easy Ways To Decrease Your Carbon Footprint

We all need to do our part to go easier on the earth—after all, it’s the only planet we’ve got. If you've wondered what...

3 Ways To Prepare for a Fire in Your Home

A house fire can happen quickly. Having a clear escape plan, working smoke alarms, and the proper safety equipment can make all the difference.

How To Prepare Your Home for Winter Storm Season

Prepare your home for winter storms with practical tips to stay safe, protect your property, and keep warm, no matter what this season brings.

How To Tell if Your Property Would Be a Successful Airbnb

Not every property would succeed as a short-term rental spot. Take a look at the factors and limitations that influence a property’s success.

How To Add Character to Your Home With Unique Finds

Ready to make your space stand out? Learn how to add character to your home with unique finds from flea markets, local artisans, and creative repurposing.

What To Know Before Relocating Your Tiny House

There’s a lot to keep in mind when moving a tiny home. Here’s what to know before relocating your tiny house for a smooth and stress-free move.