Category: Home Improvement

Metro Media Electrical fires at home may not be foremost on the minds of homeowners, but they’re a notable threat that should not be overlooked. The Electrical Safety Foundation International reports that…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Did you know that April is National Lawn Care Month? In North Florida, spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to start thinking about your yard…

Metro Media Renovations are a great way for homeowners to reshape their homes. Some may aspire to renovate so their home is more reflective of their personal taste, while others may do…

Metro Media Trends that seem ubiquitous one day can seemingly vanish before the sun rises again just 24 hours later. That’s especially true in the digital age, when overnight celebrities and viral…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Every year, twice a year, an invasion falls upon residents of North Florida. This invasion consists of thousands of insects, paired up in twos end to end…

Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. According to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) from the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), the U.S. weekly mortgage rate average, as of Tuesday, March…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida’s 13 native bat species tend to call cozy sheltered places home, like caves, crevices, hollowed-out trees — and your house. If bats have taken up unwanted…

Metro Media Does it seem like your hamper is always full and the washing machine is running constantly? You may not be imagining it. Laundry Butler for You, a wash, dry and…

Metro Editorial Contributor Wood floors are a worthwhile investment that can improve the beauty and function of just about any room in a home. Even though wood floors are durable, and new…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A bill recently approved by a panel in the Florida House of Representative would bar local governments from requiring permits for work done on single-family homes if…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc.  Many homeowners consider buying property in rural Florida for the scenic surroundings and the abundance of wildlife. There is much allure to waking up in the morning…

Story submitted A pristine lawn can be the finishing touch to a landscape and add significant value to a home. According to a joint study by the University of Alabama and the…

Metro Media Now is a great time for homeowners to clear their homes of clutter. As people spend extra time indoors in winter, items can quickly pile up around the house. Interior…

Metro Media A do-it-yourself mentality has taken hold in millions of households across the globe. Popular television channels like HGTV and DIY Network as well as accessible home improvement content on apps…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The holidays are over, the new year has come, and life has begun to get back into its usual rhythms. With the fresh start that 2026 brings,…

Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Potential homeowners had a bit of good news at the end of 2025, as mortgage rates dropped at the end of calendar year 2025. According to the…

Laitin Sterling Duke Energy Florida As holiday lights fill homes across the country, consider these eight tips to enjoy the holiday displays while keeping energy usage low and safety top of mind….

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. After years of effort, the Barbera family’s journey to seal the 1890 Avera-Clarke House’s place in national history is progressing. The Queen Anne style home was constructed…

Metro Media A warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late fall and throughout the winter,…

Savannah Reams ECB Publishing, Inc. When I purchased and renovated my home several years back, I ran into a dilemma upon the project’s completion: now what? I had an empty shell and…