Every year house fires affect hundreds of thousands of Americans, destroying homes and wreaking havoc on the lives of the victims. The National Fire Protection Association reports that in 2013 alone, there were around 369,500 house fires in the United States resulting in a reported loss of $6.8 billion in direct property damages. The roof is […]

Repairing or replacing your roof can often be a confusing process. Your roofing contractor will be trained in the different methods to fix or replace your roof, but you should definitely learn about roofing techniques in order to ensure that your contractor is using the most up-to-date methods with the proper techniques. By educating yourself […]

You have selected a contractor to repair the deck in your backyard and signed the contract. But then, the contractor does a lousy job. Or he leaves the project unfinished. Or he creates a big mess in your yard and never cleans it up. The bad contractor scenarios are endless. Here are some steps you […]

Along with barbeques, pool parties, and picnics, the summertime also brings increased air conditioning costs as homeowners struggle to keep their homes cool. One way to spend less money on your home’s air conditioning bill this summer is by installing energy efficient windows. Before purchasing new windows, you should always check the energy performance ratings […]

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, and families around the world are scrambling for gifts. Some will go for breakfast in bed. Others will go for the classic chocolate and flower combo. Some brave souls might even take up mom’s chore list. Although these are all passable Mother’s Day gifts, they are not exactly memorable. If […]