Many people love the thought of owning a historical house. However, some may not want to sacrifice the modern conveniences they’ve come to expect in modern homes today. A great deal of care should be taken when modernizing an old home, as once a mistake is made, it...

With so many technological options for enhancing home security these days, we may stop thinking about the more basic ways to keep our homes secure. For example, how secure would you say your home's front door is? The exterior doors of a home can be a very vulnerable...

We are going to highlight home security and safety this month, starting with a look at your exterior doors. Although some very advanced security systems are available for the home nowadays, it is still important to check that exterior doors and windows are secure and...

Are you someone who enjoys working on your home? Perhaps you are somewhat of a DIY enthusiast. If so, you will likely need to use a ladder once in a while. It is also a time of year when people like to decorate the exterior of their houses and generally need a ladder...

At times accidents are just unavoidable. However, we can greatly lower the probability of an accident happening in our homes with a good home maintenance routine. The staircase is one area of the home at high risk for accidents and injury, so we are going to...

In this blog, we are going to talk about how many smoke detectors you should have in your home. Fire is a real danger in any home. One of the best ways to protect the household is with smoke alarms. So, how many should you have in your home? The answer to the question...

Having your own private pool is a thing of joy, especially during the hottest months. But it is also a great responsibility and as the homeowner, you have the job of ensuring the safety of those who use it. In this blog, we are going to discuss ways to keep your...

If you are starting to think about buying your first home, you probably have a lot of questions. One of those questions may be how do I choose the right real estate agent? Buying a house can be stressful, so you need the right people to help you. While you may think...

There are many reasons why a homeowner will decide to sell their property without the aid of a real estate agent. Many want to feel more in control of the process, whereas others just want to keep costs as low as they can. Perhaps you are considering selling your home...

Knowing at least some of the history of the house you are thinking about buying can be very useful, as it can help you to decide whether the home is a wise investment or not. Let’s discuss one example of this – a house that has a history of fire. If a house has a...