Have you ever seen one of those things that people put inside their car under the windshield that reflects the sun on hot days to keep their car cool? If you have, you understand the basic concept behind cool roof technology. A cool roof is designed to reflect...

As the weather gets more and more beautiful, thanks to the changing of seasons, we all understandably want to spend more time outside. One safe and healthy way to get kids to exercise and keep them occupied is to install playground equipment on your property. Many of...

What are some of the things you're looking for in your new home? The number of bedrooms? Proximity to your work or school? Architectural style? Pool? Garage? The possibilities are seemingly endless! But, how much serious thought have you given to the overall square...

A lot of people don't realize the importance of properly installing appliances. While it's true, the effects of an appliance that hasn't been properly installed can just be a simple annoyance, like a wobbling refrigerator, other effects can be much more dangerous....

How is the air in your home? While certain people are more sensitive to poor air quality than others, it's generally possible for most people to discern when the air in a home is stuffy, stale, or smelly. This can cause health symptoms that are typically blamed on...

Stairs are part of everyday life for a lot of people, and understandably, it's easy to not give them a second thought. However, the safety hazards associated with stairs can be significant, and even deadly. They become even more of a concern when a home is occupied by...

While it's always a good idea to hire a professional if you're looking for high quality results, there are certain tasks that almost any homeowner can do for themselves. One of these relatively simple tasks is replacing a faucet. Faucets are fairly simple, as far as...

Have you noticed a change in your diet in recent months? Whether it's because people are cooking for themselves more, or because of the instinct to hibernate during winter, you may be finding yourself eating more rich foods than usual. What some people don't expect,...

There's a relatively simple DIY project that a lot of homeowners enjoy doing in the wintertime - painting a room in their house. There are few projects that have as big of an impact for relatively low effort. If you're thinking about tackling this project, we have a...

Winter's coming. Are you ready? Just as important, is your home ready? A home that has not been well-winterized can be more than just uncomfortable - in the worst case, it can be unsafe and costly. Here are some basic items to keep in mind when preparing...