Homeownership Blog

As with everything else in life, the winter months are also a mixed bag. On one side, you have the beautiful snow, the holidays, cozy fireplaces, and family bonding. On ...

If you’re earning $120,000 a year and thinking about buying a home, congratulations—you’re in a decent financial position. But before you start scrolling through real estate listings or booking showings, ...

If you’re thinking about home security, you’ve probably heard of burglar bars for windows, aka window grilles, window guards, or window bars.  As the name suggests, these are sturdy metal ...

We’d all like to have a beautifully landscaped garden to view from our front porch or the deck in the backyard. However, let’s face it, not all of us are ...

Ever feel like your home is turning into a rainforest, complete with sticky air and potential mold? High humidity can lead to pesky problems such as dampness, mold growth, or ...

Those of you living in a part of the country that sees heavy rainfall, such as the Pacific Northwest, are familiar with the damage heavy rainfall can cause.  Of course, ...

Plumbing leaks and water damage can be an expensive proposition to deal with, especially if the extent of damage is sizable. However, some plumbing repairs are covered by your standard ...

Hard water is a problem in many places across the country, more in some places than others.  And while hard water may not be particularly dangerous to us, it does ...

A fresh coat of paint is a great way to breathe fresh life into the exterior of your home and is also a great way of protecting it against weather ...

If you want to know how to remove window blinds, you’ve reached the right spot. We’ll walk you through the blind removal process, step by step.  Blinds are an important ...

Many people around the world dream about having their own house multiple times in their life, and it’s not a surprise given the fact that a house is a place ...

For the past 2 years, we have all been locked in our homes with our kitchens at our disposal. Quarantine baking, cooking, and snacking have undoubtedly caused a majority of ...

If you’ve recently spotted a USIC technician spray painting lines or placing flags in your yard, you might be wondering, “Why is USIC at my house?” Don’t worry – it’s ...

Nothing matches the bliss of coming back home after a long day at work. Just the thought of soaking in your tub with some calming scented candles, and soft music ...