Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The temperature is steadily dropping outside, and as these autumn winds arrive, brisk and chilly, many of us are shutting the windows and turning the heat up,…
Category: Home Improvement
Feeling jolly for holly? Don’t deck the halls just yet!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Now that Halloween has come and gone, it is time for homeowners everywhere to undertake an aesthetic transformation to their home décor. The time has come to…
Signs it might be time for a room addition project
Metro Media Contributor No one enjoys being in cramped quarters. Whether a person battles a legitimate case of claustrophobia when confined in tight spaces or simply prefers a place to stretch out,…
The burning question: Is your home fireproof?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The short answer is no. It is simply not possible to fully fireproof a home, even a very modern one. But you aren’t here for the short…
What to declutter – and not declutter – in your home
Story Submitted As the seasons change, many people feel the urge to declutter their homes — whether it’s to make space, reduce stress, or prepare for a move. But while tossing out…
Give your plant beds a fresh start
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. September is almost gone, and the former grandeur of our beautiful summer gardens has begun to fade, leaving our flower beds at home looking a little…
Home Improvement: Serpents who steal
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Most homesteads who raise chickens want to provide a safe, sanitary home for their flock, and whether you free-range or have a chicken-run set up, a good…
Home Improvement: Grate expectations
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Clogs in your drain are no laughing matter. Issues with your plumbing can quickly become expensive and difficult to remedy, so it is your doody to take…
How to conserve energy throughout summer
Story Submitted Energy bills tend to be high in the summertime when many people crank up their air conditioners in an attempt to combat the heat. For some households, higher energy bills…
Eaten out of house and home
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The majority of homes in America are constructed using a blend of different materials – mostly brick, concrete, stone, vinyl and drywall, but no matter what your…
Household bliss in a zap
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Usually, our home articles focus on things like replacing gutters, installing lighting or planting gardens. However, living in the south presents some pressing issues that should also…
How heat affects your house
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. If you find yourself unable to answer the question, “How are you?” with anything other than the word “hot,” you are not alone. Everyone feels the same…