As summer officially comes to a close, many find themselves thinking about apple picking, falling leaves, and pumpkin-flavored everything. At the same time, some are already thinking about next spring when “for sale” signs pop up as often as patio umbrellas. If you’re one of the thousands of people who are planning to put their […]

Look under any kitchen sink or inside any medicine cabinet and chances are you’ll find a bottle of hydrogen peroxide. After all, it’s one of the most common household disinfectants in the world. But did you also know that little brown bottle can do so much more than just sanitize small cuts and scrapes? In […]

No matter where you live, the age of your home, or how many hours you spend cleaning it, sooner or later you’re bound to encounter mold. And because mold loves damp, dark, isolated places, one of the most common areas to find it is in the bathroom. Luckily, mold is also one of the easiest […]

Have you ever been late to work because you couldn’t find your car keys or wallet? Ever incurred a late fee because you lost or accidentally threw out a bill? Or, for that matter, filled your grocery cart with delicious, nutritious food only to eat out because you forgot to defrost the chicken? Well, you’re […]

Black mold is a problem from coast to coast, and certainly no stranger to homes throughout Maryland. That’s because mold can form and flourish anywhere the following conditions exist: Damp basements Poor ventilation Excess indoor humidity Basement flooding Leaky roof Leaking pipes You get the idea: wherever there’s too much water or humidity, mold is […]

There’s a very old and popular saying that “knowledge is power.” To that, we respectfully say “hogwash.” Knowledge doesn’t get anything done – rather, what you do with the knowledge is where real power lies. So, with that in mind, we’re pleased to present five of the leading causes of residential clogged drains. By knowing […]

No matter how lovingly maintained, updated, or stylish, every home has “blemishes” – those certain little quirks in architecture, those items you use daily but wish you could hide, and other little imperfections people often try to ignore. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were some ways to disguise them? Well, here are 10 ideas […]

Though the days are still hot and the nights still warm and filled with the sound of crickets chirping away, back-to-school season is upon on. That means it’s time to dig out that school supply list, fill the carts with brand new crayons, pencils, and backpacks, and try to squeeze in a few more trips […]

On the first day of school, would you send your high school aged child off with a box of crayons and Scooby Doo lunch box? Probably not. Or how about packing only a tooth brush and pair of flip flops for a two-week hike through the Australian Outback? Absolute craziness, right? Well, neither situation is […]

Since each plumbing system and fixture in your home is such an integral part of your daily routines, it’s easy to forget that sooner or later, it’s all going to have to be replaced. Not necessarily by you, mind you. It’s just that no plumbing lasts forever, and when a faucet or toilet’s number is […]