Clean and Inspect Your Chimney!
Sitting by the fire is a time-honored holiday tradition!
Before settling in with a hot chocolate (or a hot toddy?), make sure your fireplace and chimney are safe to use. Periodic cleaning and inspection are important for both word-burning and gas fireplaces.
You can do some of the cleaning yourself, but an inspection requires a professional. Read this article from This Old House for more information.
And, as always, reach out to us if you would like a trusted local referral to do this work for you!
50 Easy Fall Decorating Ideas to Effortlessly Update Your Home
Colors to Fit Your Kitchen’s Orientation
Which direction does the kitchen face: north, south, east or west? A design expert says there’s the perfect color for each direction.
It’s not as “out there” as you think!
Photo by Jakob Owens on Unsplash
Here’s What to Keep, Sell, or Toss From your Attic, According to a Vintage Expert
Edimentals and 7 Other Garden Trends We’re Excited to Try in 2024
Try something new in the garden this year. Improve your curb appeal, grow some trendy plants, and make your garden the talk of the neighborhood.
Read the full garden planning article on BobVila.com!
Fannie Mae Price Forecasts
The new year is right around the corner, and you might be wondering if 2024 will be the right time to buy or sell a home. If you want to make the most informed decision possible, it’s important to know what the experts have to say about what’s ahead for home values and the housing market in general. Spoiler alert: the projections may be better than you think!
Click here for a PDF of all of Fannie Mae’s projections!
Check Out These Luxe Pet Amenities for Your Home
By Jennifer Kelly Geddes, Realtor.com
How much we love our pets can never be measured (just ask Heather how she feels about her Golden Retriever, Cooper). But how much are we willing spend to make Fluffy and Fido as comfortable and happy as possible?
Click here to read all about the luxe amenities some people create at home for their dogs!
The 60-30-10 Way to Add Color Without Going Overboard
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey, October 23, 2023
Have trouble with picking out interior colors? You are not alone! There’s a formula that can help guide you in bringing more color to warm up a space, while also staying cohesive.
Here’s an example from one of our past listings!
Photo credit: Scovad / Getty Images
Winter Check-up for Your Furnace or Boiler
You rely on your HVAC system to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. But the system is very intricate, and a lot can go wrong.
You can do simple maintenance yourself – such as changing the filter – to keep your system in good working order. But a regular furnace tune-up from a professional is also important for preventing major problems with your system.
Click here to read the full article!
by Team HomeServe
