8 ways to prepare for winter NOW

Winter will be here soon. Don’t wait to get your home prepared.Photo by Hank Eder. All rights reserved. Autumn is here again! The leaves are changing color, the air is getting cooler, and soon the first signs of winter will appear.  Don’t wait until the...

Going away for vacation? Take steps to prevent disaster before it strikes

When no one’s around to call 911, a fire can gulp down your house for lunch! Vacation time is here! You’re so eager to hit the road that you’re not thinking about misfortunes that could strike your house when you’re gone.  Our purpose is not to spoil your...

Springtime homeowner projects

Spring’s arrival heralds a variety of home maintenance tasks.Photo by Roger Starnes Sr on Unsplash “Spring has sprung, the grass is riz I wonder where the flowers is” – Anonymous (for obvious reasons) Many people say spring is their favorite season. Is it yours?...

Add efficiency, safety, and beauty to your driveway or path with low-voltage lighting

Eliminate tripping hazards and illuminate paths with low-voltage landscape lights.Photo by YingChu Chen on Unsplash Tired of that dark driveway or that rocky garden path becoming a trip hazard at night? Or are you looking for some elegant accent lights...

Inexpensive kickout flashing protects your home from water damage

Kickout flashings are rarely installed.Photo by American Flashings Ever heard of kickout flashing? We would not be surprised if the term is unfamiliar. It’s time to learn about it. Kickout flashing costs very little, but it may end up saving you thousands of...

10 tips to prepare your home for winter

Winter is a beautiful time of year, but it may be hazardous to your home.Photo by Hank Eder Winter in the Western North Carolina mountains has a charm all its own, and a wide range of temperatures throughout the season. Crisp winter days, where the mercury hovers in...