If you’re trying to sell your house, you know the importance of having it stand out among all the rest, and in purely positive fashion. In today’s market, buyers have a plethora of houses to choose from. And in many cases it’s those little finishing touches that can make the difference between a quick browse […]

So, you’re kids have begged you to take them to every agricultural fair, apple harvest, corn maze, and pumpkin patch within a 60 mile radius this fall – you’ve granted every such request, and yet they still crave more. The problem is, they’re back in school now, and there just isn’t time to take in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Nothing has the ability to transform and refresh a kitchen like new cabinetry. But let’s face it, new cabinets don’t come cheap. Add in the cost of labor and the mess and it’s no wonder you’ve been putting off that remodeling project for the past 5 years. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to […]

Got too much stuff and not enough space to put it all? You’re not alone. And while purging the clutter and letting go of items you no longer use is a great way to free up some much needed space, the truth is we can only get rid of so much. Luckily, your home is […]