Although the prospect of drought in a state like Florida may seem unlikely, in recent years—2014 to be exact—portions of northern Florida experienced abnormally dry to moderate drought conditions, according to the Florida Climate Center. In late March of this year the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast in its spring outlook that warmer-than-average […]
3 Easy Rules to Follow When You Don’t Know Your Décor Style
If you’re not sure about your personal style in home decor, how can you begin to furnish your new home? Not everyone can look at an empty room and know which direction to take. What vibe or theme should you go for? What color should you paint the walls? Not to worry. Consider these three […]
Should You Paint Your Brick House? 4 Things to Consider
Some homeowners cringe at the prospect of painting over their home’s brick exterior, preferring to maintain its original character and style. Others may be open for change. If you’re one of the latter, before you paint over your home’s brickwork, consider these four things. If you really like your style of brick You love your […]
3 More Ways to Beat the Heat Without Busting Your Budget
Florida summers can bring sweltering heat, and your air conditioner is probably doing double-duty to fend off outdoor temperatures while combating heat generated indoors. To help save on energy costs consider these three ways to chill without running up your cooling bill. Dry Your Dishes By Hand Many dishwashers have a setting that performs a […]
3 Home-Selling Secrets Most People Won’t Tell You
If you’re kicking around the idea of selling your home this summer (or any other time), you need all the help you can get when it comes to bringing in top dollar – but there are some things you can do to encourage buyers to fall in love and make better offers. This guide explains. […]
3 Tricks to Stay Cool Without Using Your Air Conditioner
The dog days of summer are upon us and your air conditioner is probably working overtime to keep you and your family cool. To help save on energy costs consider these three tricks to chill without running up your cooling bill. Curtain call When the day’s heat has begun to subside, but things are still […]
Upgrade Your Backyard: How to Define and Design Outdoor Dining
Who doesn’t love an upgrade? Whether it’s a bump-up to first-class, an upgraded room for your hotel stay, or upgraded finishes in your new construction home—getting more than the average always feels good. Well, why not upgrade your outdoors? Consider these ways to define and design outdoor dining. Define your space If you’ve got outdoor […]
2 More Things That Attract Wasps to Your Yard, and What You Can Do
If you’ve been having to duck and dodge the flight of an unusually high number of wasps around your yard this summer there’s a good reason. Certain conditions on your property may actually be attracting these winged critters. Here are two more things that are attracting wasps to your yard. Open Trash Cans This shouldn’t surprise […]
2 Things an Inspection May Reveal in an Older Home
If you’re in the process of purchasing an older home, perhaps one that was built in the ‘70s, ‘60s, or earlier, you can have all of the modern conveniences of most other homes—but you should be prepared to perform certain repairs and renovations to bring your potential new residence up to date with the latest […]
3 Things That Attract Wasps to Your Yard, and What to Do
If you think you’ve had to dodge the flight of an unusually high amount of wasps around your yard this summer you’re probably not mistaken. Certain parts of your property and landscape may actually be attracting these winged insects. Here are three things that attract wasps to your yard. Unpainted Wood Surfaces Lots of home and […]
