by Marti Reeder | Mar 23, 2015 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Exterior/Landscaping, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Lawns & Landscaping, Reporter, Seasonal
Did you know that landscaping can make or break your home’s attractiveness to prospective buyers? It not only contributes to your home’s curb appeal, but it shows prospective home buyers that you take pride in your home. That feeling extends far beyond your yard! Some...
by Marti Reeder | Mar 16, 2015 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Exterior/Landscaping, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Lawns & Landscaping, Reporter, Seasonal
Spring has sprung, so have the flowers, bushes, trees and other plants that bloom this time of year. It is a great time to prepare your garden for the springtime to make your home’s exterior even more inviting and while boosting its curb appeal. Clean it up. Chances...
by Marti Reeder | Jan 12, 2015 | Home Care & Maintenance, Misc., Reporter
You’ve done it. You’ve bought your dream house, and now it’s time to ditch your old digs! Before you do, make sure the house is clean for the new homeowners before you leave. Here are some easy things you can do to go the extra mile to ensure your house is clean when...
by Marti Reeder | Dec 2, 2014 | Energy, Heating/Cooling, Home Care & Maintenance, Home Maintenance, Misc., Reporter
The temperature is dropping, so your thermostat is rising. That means your energy bill could also be rising. Here are some tips to stay cozy while keeping a little extra money in your pocket! 1. Keep your house cooler while you’re away from home. Lower the...
by Marti Reeder | Nov 19, 2014 | Heating/Cooling, Home Care & Maintenance, Home Maintenance, Reporter
With the colder months approaching, it is time to weatherproof your home. Here are 6 ways to keep your house temperature high and your heating bill low. Weatherproof your doors. This will help prevent any unnecessary cold from entering your house. This tutorial from...
by Marti Reeder | Oct 20, 2014 | Energy, Heating/Cooling, Home Care & Maintenance, Reporter
As the temperatures drop this fall, energy and water bills are likely to go up. Here are some ways to save energy at home to offset those higher bills. Install a programmable thermostat to automatically lower the heat at night and when you’re away from home. Lower the...