Some of us can remember the miserable summers before air conditioning became popular. Today there are nearly 100 million homes across the United States with some kind of air conditioning unit; this is approximately 87% of the nation’s households according to the 2009 Residential Energy Consumption Survey. Many people with central air conditioners however neglect […]
It always pays to be prepared. In the last few seasons of more intense natural disasters, preparedness has been especially important. While some people think of new paint colors, new furniture and decorating plans when they think of home improvements, the responsible homeowner knows that those things are just icing on the cake. The most […]
We love our comforts and we take our life today for granted. At the flip of a switch we have warm winters and cool summers. That hasn?t always been so, but we’ve been trying to control the environment for millennia. One hot summer in the third Century, Roman Emperor Elagabalus sent 1,000 slaves into the […]
Are you dealing with a roof that leaks and lets in cold air? A damaged roof can turn your entire life upside down, leaving you feeling lost and confused at every turn. You may also find yourself conducting hours of online research, frantically searching for “best price roofing” and “who can repair my garage roof?” […]
When it comes to cleaning up your home, take the time to acknowledge the benefits of proper home décor. The details of a home are just as important as the big picture, so find ways to improve the appearance of your dwelling, as well as its foundation. For instance, something as simple as cleaning grout […]
