The trees growing alongside your home provide additional shade from the heat of summer. However, if you’re not having those trees trimmed, they could also be destroying your asphalt roof. In fact, the branches that extend over your roof can damage it in two ways.
Shingle Damage
The granules on your asphalt shingles help protect your roof from sun and weather damage. As your roof ages, it’s not uncommon for granules to become loose and fall off.…
Concrete patios are cheap and sturdy, but they aren’t the most attractive of patio options. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to renovate your concrete slab and improve the appearance of your yard. Some of the methods can be done by any homeowner, while others are best left up to the professionals.
Here are three easy ways to renovate your concrete patio.
Outdoor Rugs
This is the easiest and likely cheapest method.…
Did you give up your career for kids and are now an empty nester in New York Sate? Working for a real estate agency may be the easiest and least expensive transition into a lucrative career.
Education
To receive your real estate sales person license in New York, you will need to complete 75 hours of a state approved course. You also need to reach out to a New York State licensed real estate broker to request sponsorship before registering and passing the NYS real estate salesperson examination.…
Do you have kids and a basement crying out for remodeling? Take that wasted unused space and create the ultimate kids playroom. Your kids will believe you are parent of the year and you will gain some well-deserved peace and quiet as they check out their new space. Who knows? Maybe you will actually have to call them twice to come to dinner.
Your choices are limited only by your space, imagination, and budget.…
The biggest complaint people have when it comes to regular memory foam mattresses is heat retention. The foam acts as a natural insulator, trapping heat near your body, rather than drawing it away.
This may cause some discomfort if you prefer to be on the cooler side while getting your rest, especially in the warmer months. While adjusting the thermostat and bedding material can be somewhat helpful in alleviating this problem, there is another answer that does not involve a higher electric bill – gel foam.…
It’s important to keep your swimming pool in good repair, and not just for recreational activity. There are many ways you can use your swimming pool to stay fit. Two great options are swimming laps, and doing water yoga.
Swimming
Swimming laps in your backyard is a great way to exercise. You don’t have to go far to get a full-body workout. Here are just a few of the benefits of swimming:…
Most people choose a chair or a sofa based solely on aesthetic qualities. While it’s certainly important that your new furniture look great in your home, looks shouldn’t be your only concern. The right upholstery choice can make a huge difference in the enjoyment and function you get out of your couch.
In order to make the best upholstery choice for your home, you’ll need to consider a few factors. These factors are location, family size, and pet habits.…
If you’re working with an architect to custom design a new home or remodel your existing one, you’re probably facing a wealth of seemingly endless choices. While it’s nice to have a variety of rooms each with a different function, this isn’t always spatially or financially feasible. Here’s a look at how two flex room concepts could help simplify the design process for you.
Flex Room Basics
A flex room is any room that can serve multiple purposes.…
In a small apartment, it is difficult to find a place for all of your clothing, shoes, kitchenware and cleaning supplies, let alone personal possessions and memorabilia. Many home goods stores sell unappealing plastic and polyester units to store shoes and clothing under beds and closets. If you are tired of cramming your belongings into hidden places, make storage part of your interior design.
Baskets
Whether made from light or dark wood, baskets are beautiful and add to the comforting feel of any home.…
October is nearing, which means it is time to think about decorating your front door for Halloween. You can turn you front door into a mummy or build a wreath of skeleton bones to hang on your front door. These instructions give you the steps to create both Halloween looks for your front door.
The Mummy Door
Decorating your entire front door is a good way to get a lot of scare for a little effort.…
