The pandemic has made us all realize that our homes are so critical to our mental and physical health.  As a result, our indoor and outdoor spaces have become much more important in the past year.  Outdoor spaces offer an extension of our interior living space and a safer place to spend time with family and friends during the pandemic. Now that the weather is warmer we are all thinking ...Read More

We all want to be comfortable in our home and if when can save a little too – what a bonus.  The easiest way to save on energy costs is to reduce your thermostat down.   You will probably not notice a significant difference of 2 degrees either way – and the savings can be quite substantial. If you want to lower your bill even further each month, here are some additional tips...Read More

    Outdoor lighting has come a long way from the days of patio lanterns and strings of lightbulbs. These days, there's an exhaustive array of options available to illuminate your outdoor space and make it more appealing and comfortable, particularly in the evenings. Here are just a few ideas:  Solar Garden Lights  These lights are on stakes that can be easily inserte...Read More

You've heard of the term "curb appeal". It refers to the initial impression buyers get when they first see your property from the street. If the impression is a good one, it sets the right tone for the rest of the home viewing. How do you boost curb appeal? Here are some proven ideas that you can get done in an hour or so: • Wash both the inside and outside of the front windo...Read More

The front entrance to your home makes the first impression, so make it welcoming.  Get inspired to up the game with your home’s curb appeal.  Making your front entrance more inviting doesn’t have to break the bank either and you can definitely have an impact on a budget. All it takes is little creative juice and Pinterest is a great website to browse through to get some grea...Read More

We all spend a lot of time in the kitchen.  The kitchen is the hub of the home; it is where family meals take place, where we decompress from a long day at work and it is where most entertaining starts.   Kitchen upgrades generally have a return on investment of anywhere between 80% - 105% of their cost when a home is sold.  So money spent updating a kitchen is definitely money wis...Read More

Come springtime, most of us are eager to throw open the windows and clean out the closets.  But it is equally important to give both the inside and outside of your home a once over to ensure there isn’t any wear and tear or damage.  Home maintenance can be quite daunting, particularly for a new homeowner.  To reduce the likelihood of expensive fixes in the future spring is a ...Read More

Spring has sprung, which means more sunshine, blooming spring tulips, and daffodils, and chirping and singing birds.   It also means that the brutal winter has left our home exterior in a little need of tender love and care.   So as you start to do your spring cleaning don’t forget about the exterior of your home.     Fences Good fences may make for great n...Read More