maintenance

A guide to maintaining shed roofs

shed roof

Good quality and well-cared for sheds are usually robust, which means you won’t need to replace on a frequent basis. Smaller issues like a torn felt-roof is easy to repair, yet larger issues which include large warped wood areas or unstable bases might mean you need to invest in a new one. Here is a

A homeowner’s guide to deck restoration

decking

A wooden deck is a beautiful addition to a home, but it does require maintenance to keep it looking its best and lasting as long as possible. Part of that maintenance is a regular restoration, which includes repair and cleaning, removing discoloration, and adding a finish. Restoring an outdoor deck is a simple process that

4 reasons you should never skip a house inspection

house inspection

A house is one of the most monumental purchases that you will make in your lifetime. It’s so important as an investment that it’s often expected to last long enough for a new generation to take it over. It’s paramount that you know you’re getting your money’s worth before you put your name down on

How to make your home weatherproof

weather proofing

If there’s anything you wouldn’t want to experience as homeowner, it’s a hurricane. A list of whatever you’d lose is also a list of all the reasons you need to weatherproof your home. As the weather seems to become more and more erratic each year, adaptation is becoming a bigger and bigger priority for homeowners.

How to maintain your gutters during freezing temperatures

gutters

Winter causes damages to roads, cars, and even your home. One of the most vulnerable components would be your eavestroughs. Though gutter maintenance is usually done in the spring and fall, maintaining them in winter is also wise. Doing so increases the life of your gutters and ensures that any water from melting snow is

How to keep your garden clean and maintained

garden maintenance

It is no big secret that landscaping can make all the difference in the world to your home. Not only does it increase the curb appeal, but it actually increases the property value as well. Sure, it can be hard to do much in the wintertime, but now that summer is here, you are all

6 top reasons to hire a housekeeper

housekeeper

A homeowner’s decision to hire a housekeeper doesn’t mean laziness. Hiring a housekeeper for your home maintenance is one way to manage your time as a homeowner, worker or a parent. Hiring someone that would help you to have a more convenient and easier life, is a huge privilege. It’s also a painless way for

5 resources to keep on file for your home maintenance needs

home maintenance resources

Your abode is the perhaps the first place you run to after a long day after work.  You also get to spend most of your free time at home with family and friends. Consequently, you must ensure that your home stays in almost perfect condition by providing that it undergoes periodic maintenance. Also, your home

Tips for keeping garden furniture looking good-as-new

outdoor furniture

When it comes to wear and tear, outdoor furniture gets the most of it. Let’s face it, furniture isn’t really meant to live outdoors but we do it anyway. The best thing we can do is try to make the furniture last as long as possible by taking proper care of it. There are many