Christmas Tree Safety Tips
Christmas trees go hand-in-hand with the holiday season. They add a cozy ambience as the days get colder, and are a fun focal point for…
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What Should I Do For Winter House Maintenance?
Winter house maintenance is a big deal. This is the time to protect yourself and your house from the cold and from storms. As we all know, home ownership comes with a lot of added responsibility. Let’s just jump into the winter house maintenance. Disaster Preparedness Kit Doormats Extra Insulation for Attic Insulate Pipes and […]
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How to Test Your Outlets
There are a lot of reasons you’d want to test your outlets. Does one of them not work? Do you want to know which outlets…
Make Use of Your Home Inspection
I advise every one of my buyers to get a home inspection once we have an offer accepted. It’s an incredibly exciting time for them,…
How to Build a Paver Patio
Time to learn how to build a paver patio in your backyard! There are many ways to build a patio, but I’ve made a paver…
How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?
Mowing your lawn is one of the most common home maintenance tasks. It’s right up there with changing light bulbs and AC filters. Since it’s…
First Dishwasher Checklist for your New Home
If your new home has a dishwasher, you should go through our little checklist to make sure everything is in order. I’ve personally gone through…
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Why Change Your Ceiling Fan Direction
Ceiling fans are a wonderful touch to any room – especially here in Durham, North Carolina. They add a calming breeze that helps keep the…
First Sinks Checklist in Your New Home
One of the first things you need to do after buying a house is check the sinks. There are several sink related things you need…