Picking Up the Pieces After a Flood

5 Upgrades To Check Out At The Lighting Store

2 February 2022

Upgrading the lighting is one of the simplest home improvement projects. But it brings significant change; It makes your home look brighter and livelier. A lighting upgrade also allows you to improve energy efficiency by using smart low energy lighting. You can also make different areas more functional with lighting. For example, under cabinet lighting creates working space in the kitchen. Upgrading outdoor lighting can improve your security setup while giving your home a boost in curb appeal when viewed at night.

Questions To Ask About Home Window Films

15 October 2021

Window films come in a range of types that are made for different purposes. There are a few questions to ask before investing in a useful film application. 1. Why Must the Film Achieve? Window film is available in several varieties made to serve one of three common objectives -- increased energy efficiency, security, or privacy. Solar films reflect heat and help lower cooling costs, while security films prevent glass from being easily broken.

Fireplace Maintenance Tips You Can Follow At Home

3 August 2021

If you have a wood-burning fireplace in your home, you should have professionals inspect your fireplace and chimney each year. This will ensure any problems, like creosote buildup or leaks, do not go undetected. Although this annual maintenance is best left to the professionals, there is also some maintenance you can do on your own. Close the damper when you are not having a fire The damper is the flap or door located at the top of your fireplace where it opens up into the chimney.

Why Quartz Countertops May Be The Best Option For Your Home

28 April 2021

If you need new countertops for your home, you'll have the chance to select from a wide range of options that are made from different materials. Even though each countertop material has its advantages, many people consider quartz to be the best material choice.  Easy to Customize If you want countertops that are uniquely yours, quartz countertops can be customized to your liking. The quartz can be cut into different shapes and lengths to fit each counter correctly and can also include different patterns for greater visual appeal.

Effective Mice Control Includes Using Traps, Sealing Your Home, And Removing Attractants

29 January 2021

If you have an infestation of mice in your house, you may need to call in a mice control professional to help you get the problem under control. Mice are destructive and they spread diseases, so you want to eliminate the pests as fast as you can. Here are some important steps for controlling mice. Cut Off Their Food Supply Place food that can tolerate it in your refrigerator or freezer so it's sealed up and protected from mice.

Why Buying Bathroom Tiles at a Retail Store Is Better Than Getting Them Online

2 November 2020

Renovating or designing your bathroom is an exciting, but also very serious time. Your bathroom is where you spend a lot of your time, and you should get a room that is designed for your tastes, can keep up with the very demanding needs of a bathroom, and also one that comes in at a good price. While it is so easy to just buy all your equipment online, this can lead to major mistakes which is why most experts suggest that you visit a retail bathroom tile showroom is the best place to get the feel for your materials.

Purchasing Quality Kitchen Cabinets for Your Home

22 June 2020

Remodeling your kitchen can bring about more than a 50% return on investment (ROI) for your household. A big part of these renovations generally involves buying a new set of kitchen cabinets. These can either be purchased off the shelf of your cabinet shop's inventory, or you can go the custom route and building your kitchen cabinets from scratch. With this in mind, you can expect to get a lot of value out of purchasing new cabinets.

Determining How Much Kitchen Cabinetry You Need

18 June 2020

Some homeowners think more is more when it comes to adding kitchen cabinetry during a remodel project. You may think you can't have too much cabinetry because it equates to more storage space. While that fact may hold true, you do want cabinets that fit your needs. Below are some ways to determine how much cabinetry you need for your kitchen. Assess Your Current Cabinetry One option is to replace your current set of cabinets with a direct one-for-one ratio.