With only a couple weeks left until the official start of the summer season here in Australia, the temperatures are starting to rise. It won’t be long until the long, hot, lazy days of summer are here, which can have you searching for ways to keep cool and comfortable in your home. If you’re searching […]
More than 50 percent of Americans spend less than five hours outdoors every week. This is a shame, as time spent outdoors can help to improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost your immune system. Are you looking to spend more time communing with nature? If so, you may want to consider turning your backyard into a […]
Having pets in your life is a wonderful thing. They provide comfort, love, and happiness all the days of their lives. They keep you company when you are sad, and they celebrate with you when you are happy. They don’t ask for much, just a little attention and, of course, food and water so that […]
It’s easy to forget to maintain the parts of your home you don’t see every day. Your plumbing is one of those areas. Don’t assume that your plumbing doesn’t have problems because nothing is visibly wrong. An estimated 10% of households have leaks and don’t know about it. Do you want to learn what the […]
As the winter rolls in, you can be certain that your lifestyle will change in those rhythmic, comforting ways that season’s changes tend to bring about. You’ll start swapping clothes into your wardrobe that keep you warmer, you’ll start cooking nourishing winter food to protect against the cold, and you’ll begin preparing for the festive […]
If you’ve recently purchased a home and you’re starting to think of all the responsibilities that come with being a homeowner, you might be wondering what you can do to reduce your newly acquired property’s impact on the environment. The annual carbon footprint of your home is defined as the total amount of carbon that […]
Our HVAC systems typically work around the clock to keep us cool or warm. Unfortunately, HVAC systems will need to be serviced often if we wish to keep them running optimally. However, we do not always have the expertise to recognize the signs of wear and tear. Our HVAC system is not normally within sight, […]
Often people will tell you that you can save energy and cut costs by keeping a close watch on your use of appliances. While this is true, your heating and cooling can actually account for around 70% of your yearly energy costs. If you want to save money on your winter energy bills, the key […]
Building a dream home from scratch can be a very rewarding process. That is, as long as you know what you’re getting into. For starters, keep in mind that house building isn’t a passive exercise. Tailoring a home to your tastes involves making a myriad of decisions. Needless to say, some of your home builder ideas will be better […]
Your kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home. Whether you consider yourself a great home cook or not, you’re going to end up spending many hours per week in your kitchen. If you’ve got kids then it’s going to be double. For that reason, you’ve got to make it a pleasant […]
