The winter weather creates different problems for your home, many of which are due to ice buildups. Hail shatters the windows, ice dams ruin your gutter and frozen pipes present a plumbing nightmare. Most homeowners are surprised by the third problem. After all, pipes are located underground, far away from the winter. How could they
Suppose you are the type of homeowner who cares about how every area of your property looks. Having a playground in the backyard might not be your cup of tea. Even if you have kids who will surely enjoy them, you might not be sold on this idea. Let’s be real: Most plastic playgrounds people
Are you thinking of doing some renovation on your home? You may have been pushing back on this project because you are afraid of the cost. But worry no more. One of the best ways to cut on expenses is to undertake the project yourself. This is quite popular nowadays because homeowners can do the
Buying a house of your own is an achievement in itself. However, as many homeowners know, realizing the goal of getting your dream home does not end with purchasing house and land packages. In fact, acquiring the house is only the beginning. One of the most important decisions you’ll make when renovating or personalizing your
Even in the safest neighborhoods, security can still be an issue. In this ever-changing world, there are many dangers that lurk just around the corner. The United States actually belongs to the upper half of all the countries with regard to crime rates. According to Numbeo, the crime rate in the United States is in
Having an outdoor area you can call yours is a blessing. For one, not everyone has one, and two, it makes both the experience and property value of your home higher. If you already have an outdoor space but it’s not well-kept, consider renovating it- the value increase will be very much worth it. Below
Homes are generally safe for everyone, but it does not mean they are free from risks. In fact, statistics say that 25 million people suffer from home injuries per year. In-home injury deaths of children are also reported to be 12 million per year while in-home injuries for seniors due to falls are reported to
With the current situation, people cannot go out of their homes to take in the great outdoors. Most might be waiting on the current situation, preferring to create their own vacations by doing things they usually do on a trip while sheltering at home. There are a lot of things that you can’t do at
These days, our lives have been contained at home. We work remotely, study online, and work out in limited spaces. The COVID-19 pandemic has kept us indoors for so long that we need to prioritize making our surroundings comfortable and safe for our families. Keeping residential spaces safe is important, especially in those that have high
As the current global crisis forces people to physically distance themselves from others, everyone is spending more time at their homes. While it has given us more time for relaxation, spending more time in our living spaces can put a strain on our home appliances and systems. Breakdowns are more common because of frequent wear