Home Tips
Garage Door Styles and Designs: Finding the Perfect Match for Your Home
More than just a functional element of your garage, garage doors are essential for your home’s aesthetics. Whether you want to enhance your property’s curb appeal or your sense of safety and security, finding the perfect garage door for your Salem home is essential. Keep reading as we explore the world of garage doors, from…
Read MorePreventing Roof Hail Damage: Protective Measures for Your Home
While hailstorms are rare in Salem, they can wreak havoc on your roof, which leads to expensive roof damage and an endless back and forth with insurance. If you don’t have the time or money to deal with that — and who does — we strongly recommend you take measures to prevent roof hail damage.…
Read More10 Simple Ways to Keep Your Home Insect Free
With more than 91,000 insect species in the U.S. and greater than 20,000 species of insects in Oregon alone, it may seem like an uphill battle to keep these nettlesome critters out of your home. After all, as we’re coming into the summer season and swinging those doors open and opening windows to let the…
Read MoreBest Way to Fix Pest and Termite Damage to Your Home
Subterranean termites – which are found in homes in Salem – cause more than $1 billion in damage in the U.S. A homeowner’s expenses to repair major damage from termites and other pests can run into the thousands of dollars, and they are typically not covered by insurance. The sudden appearance of winged termites emerging…
Read More4 Siding Home Maintenance Tips
Even though you see it every day, your siding doesn’t get much consideration or attention unless it is tarnished or faded. But siding plays an important role in the integrity of your home. Your siding protects your house, the foundation, and the contents inside. It shields your home from insects, pests, UV, wind, snow, rain,…
Read MorePreventing Water Damage During the Winter
What could be more enticing than a cold glass of water on a hot summer day? Who doesn’t like to warm themself up in a warm bath on a cold winter night? We water our lawns, wash our cars and fill up our bird baths, but water can quickly become a nemesis when it overtakes…
Read MoreAdding Solar to Your Home – Cutting Through the Hype
Oregon is considered an environmentally-friendly state. So, it should come as no surprise that renewable energy sources are very popular here. In 2018, utility-scale, commercial, and residential solar generated approximately 776,000 MWh, or 1.2 percent of all electricity generated in Oregon, making it 18th among all states. In fact, Oregon solar grew more than five-fold…
Read MoreShould You Renovate Your Home or Move?
There are a lot of factors that go into deciding which house to buy. However, after some time, those needs may have changed or the house you bought is simply not living up to expectations. It could be because your family is growing, there isn’t space for those working remotely or you just aren’t satisfied…
Read MoreTips for Moving into a House that Needs Major Renovations
Buying a house that needs renovations certainly has its advantages. You can often get more home for your money or an affordable house in a coveted neighborhood. Fixer-uppers also offer a path to ownership for buyers who lack a down payment or solid credit history. Lots of people purchase homes that need work. In November…
Read MoreTop 4 Reasons to Install New Insulation
Installing new insulation in your home brings with it many potential benefits that could positively impact the quality of your life. New insulation can also save you a lot of money on your energy expenses, improve your health by preventing mold growth in your home, and even reduce noise pollution so you can live in…
Read MoreTop 4 Reasons to Install New Windows
Windows are unique among the building components since they affect not just the performance of your home but also its appearance, both inside and out. They are also a key element in creating a comfortable and functional home. You may not think much about your windows unless something goes wrong with them. In fact, numerous…
Read MoreSteps to Take to Avoid a Complete Roof Replacement Before Your Roof Really Needs One
A roof replacement is not necessarily always the best option for tending to roof problems. Roof replacement may not be feasible or even practical, depending on the emerging issues when it comes to roof damage. You can take steps as you identify issues and have maintenance service performed on your damaged roof. This is a…
Read MoreWant a Healthier Home? These Positive Changes Can Help
Making your home a healthier place to be can work wonders. Along with supporting your physical wellbeing, specific positive changes can alleviate stress, leading to improved mental health. Surprisingly, even some smaller home improvements can make a significant impact. However, that doesn’t mean you should overlook major updates, as those are worth considering if your…
Read More7 1/2 Things You Need to do Today to Protect Your Home from this Week’s Cold Weather
The Pacific Northwest will see its lowest temperatures of the year this week; February is traditionally the month that we experience the coldest days of the year. Here are a few tips to protect your plants and property during the cold snap this week. 1) Insulate your exterior hose bibs. If you don’t have a…
Read More16 Home Renovation Mistakes
If you are planning to renovate your home soon, you probably have mixed emotions. You are excited about the prospect of improving the functionality and aesthetic appeal of your home. But you might also feel overwhelmed at the enormity of the project, thinking about the cost and what could go wrong. While you look forward…
Read MoreFive Myths About HVAC Systems and Maintenance
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system is the very heart of your home. Not only does it circulate hot or cool air throughout the house, but it can also regulate the humidity, remove allergens and particulate matter from the air, and help ensure your home is clean and comfortable. It’s incredibly important, therefore,…
Read MoreSelling Your Home? Here’s How Staging Can Make All the Difference
Putting your house up for sale on the market is a big step, and it’s one that calls for a ton of prep work. You need to have a strong sense of your house’s value, as well as the competition of the homes selling around you; a good real estate agent who is familiar with…
Read MoreProtect Your Home, Health, & Keep Pets Safe in the Heat
By now, you have heard i’ts going to be unseasonably hot this weekend. 90+ this early in the season is mostly unheard of. Here are 40+ ways to protect yourself and your family from the heat. We all know keeping cool and hydrated is the main way to stay healthy and comfortable. Here are…
Read MoreHome-Based Businesses: A Guide to Creating the Ideal Home Office Space
Whether your current home office could use an upgrade or you’re in the process of launching your first home-based business, having the right office space makes a world of difference when it comes to impressing your clients and customers, boosting your productivity, and qualifying for the home office deduction at tax time. As such, it’s…
Read MoreSpring Home Repair Checklist
Don’t Get Caught With Radon, Mold, Or Pest Damage! As the signs of spring are slowly starting to pop up, it’s a great time to complete a few simple maintenance projects sure to keep your home safe from many of the silent culprits that can easily wreak havoc. Not quite sure where to start? Here’s…
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