Congratulations to Cynthia Bennett of Florida, November’s winner of the HomeSelfe $500 Home Depot Giveaway! Ms. Bennett is a special needs instructor in sunny Florida, where her elementary school students enjoy the beach while they study. Ms. Bennett also cultivates…
Cleaning the kitchen is so full of hidden chores that it can be daunting. Every area of the kitchen presents a new challenge – the pantry, the sink, the stove, the refrigerator, the countertops. Bacteria and mold can hide all…
Temperatures are starting to drop across the country, which means it’s time to head indoors and bundle up until spring rolls around. It also means an increase in energy consumption and monthly utility bills. Fortunately, there are ways to stay…
It’s no secret that there is a growing global trash problem. The average American produces approximately 4.4 pounds of trash everyday, which adds up to over 1,600 pounds of trash per person every year. Sadly, this trash eventually ends up…
How much of your money literally flies out the window? We don’t really think about how our windows affect our home. We open and close them, allow sunlight in and air out. Since most windows don’t require electricity, we don’t…
We love our pets! Many people consider them furry, feathered, or finned family members. They live with us and are a huge part of our lives. However, selling a home that pets have lived in can become complicated. Pets leave…
Homeowners are often shocked to learn that about 30% of their heating energy is lost through their home’s windows in the winter. In the summer, over three-quarters of the sunlight headed in your direction will enter through the windows and…
The energy wasted by 75,000 homes in a single year equates to that contained in the biggest oil spill in the history of the USA. Fortunately, thanks to an increase in the prevalence of energy efficient home designs, it is…
Most contractors are hardworking and trustworthy people who strive to deliver the best results for their clients. But, there are a few bad apples in the bunch that give contractors in general a bad name. This group of contractors may…
Ice, snow, cold rain, and freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your home. As a result, homeowners that aren’t prepared for the winter season may need to make major repairs to their home once spring rolls around. Fortunately, there are…
