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...

Stay safe enjoying the fire on cool autumn nights

Nothing beats warming your bones by the fire on a crisp autumn night.Photo by Stéphane Juban on Unsplash It’s almost the season for cool autumn nights, sitting near a toasty fire and sipping your favorite warm beverage. Whether you have a fireplace, a...

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...

Summertime party safety

Backyard parties with goodies on the grill! Some common sense tips will keep you safe.Photo by Zac Cain on Unsplash Summer’s here, and that means backyard parties by the pool with goodies on the grill and s’mores around the firepit! Along with all that fun comes the...

Home inspection “red flags”

Even the nicest-looking homes may reveal some “red flags” upon inspection. Home inspection is a must for home buyers before signing closing papers. Reliable inspection results can mean the difference between finding the home of your dreams or walking away...

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?...