Homeownership Blog

We’ve often spoken about how knowing to handle small repairs and DIY home maintenance goes a long way in saving homeowners money while adding a new skill set. Learning how ...

Refrigerators are one of those kitchen appliances that are an absolute necessity in any functional kitchen. In fact, some refrigerator manufacturers actually build refrigerators that seamlessly blend in with the ...

Is your curb appeal less appealing these days? Neglecting your landscaping may be a big reason your house doesn’t look as attractive as it used to be. And if you ...

We’ve all seen garden sheds, and a lot of us either already have one or are thinking of getting one. Garden sheds used to be where you dump your gardening ...

Transform your kitchen by building stylish and functional floor‑to‑ceiling cabinets with these DIY expert tips, from planning to finish. 1. Why Go Floor-to-Ceiling? 2. Planning & Measuring 3. Materials & ...

“The best way to get rid of kitchen odors is to eat out.”  That statement was made by stand-up comedian Phyllis Diller. While it may just be a funny passing ...

Let’s imagine you’re a freshman in college, and while you may have moved out of home, living in a dorm just doesn’t feel like adulting should. The easiest option for ...

Metal roofs, in particular steel roofs for homes, are not a new concept. However, all-metal paneling and roofing materials need protection from oxidation. Since 1836, steel roofs have been protected ...

Planning a move to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with family? We’ll help you zero in on the best neighborhoods in Pittsburgh — ideal places to raise a family.  The Steel City (which ...

The front door of any home is literally our first line of defense against the big, bad world outside. However, the door is no longer alone. While the doorbell used ...

Have you ever turned on your air conditioner and suddenly felt the presence of a musty, damp odor you hadn’t noticed before? And does that smell disappear when you turn ...

Caring for our homes is a lifelong job. And while a lot of aspects of home care, such as window maintenance or even HVAC maintenance, are easy to adhere to ...

Owning a home is both exciting and stressful. While you cannot wait to design your home according to your preference, homeownership comes with many responsibilities and expenses. From home maintenance, ...

So, you’re planning to move to Arizona – maybe for the fantastic blue skies and deserts or the Phoenix Suns, Sedona vortexes, and the majestic Grand Canyon. However, before you ...