Before, during, after: Essential tips for surviving a hurricane

(BPT) - Hurricane season is here. Are you and your home ready?The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season goes from June 1 to Nov. 30. After several particularly active hurricane seasons, the need to be …

Amplify Autumn Curb Appeal: 5 home renovation projects to tackle this fall

(Family Features) Whether you plan on making minor improvements or wholesale changes are on the horizon, taking on a few DIY projects can help you boost your home's curb appeal (and its value) while also prepping for colder weather in the days ahead.

8 Essential Costs to Consider When Planning a Deck

(BPT) - Building a deck is a fantastic way to enhance your outdoor living space and create a relaxing environment for family gatherings and entertaining guests. However, it’s important to …

5 Easy and Affordable Ways to Update Your Kitchen or Bath

(BPT) - According to recent research from the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), the long-term outlook for kitchen and bath remodels remains strong. There are 22.4 million homes in their …

All Things Duct Cleaning

(NAPSI)—There may be a problem lurking in your house that you can’t even see: dirty ducts. But that doesn’t have to be. The Issue Even with the proper use of filters, your home’s heating and …

How to Prepare for a Power Outage

(NAPSI)—It’s unfortunate but, according to the U.S. Energy Information Association’s most recent reports, on average, electricity customers experience seven to eight hours of power …

Protecting the moments

(BPT) - Install fire extinguishers and smoke and carbon monoxide alarms throughout your home to help protect the moments you share with your family and loved ones.

Want to improve your home's curb appeal? Start with your driveway

(BPT) - Whether you're planning to sell your house in the near future or you just want to improve the look of your home's exterior, the first thing you may think of to improve its curb appeal is …

Why porcelain countertops and extra-large slabs are wonderful design elements

(BPT) - Today’s homeowners want to use materials in their homes that fit their busy lifestyles. Porcelain countertops and extra-large slabs meet this need perfectly as they are beautiful, …

Caring for your home and family

4 ways to embrace the modern industrial design trend on a budget

(BPT) - If you like exposed brick, neutral colors, metal accents, glass and concrete, you're probably a big fan of modern industrial design. By starting with a few details, it's easier than you think …

6 key steps for planning a kitchen remodel

(BPT) - Designing your dream kitchen is an exciting endeavor, but it requires careful planning and consideration. Follow these six essential steps to ensure you create a kitchen that perfectly fits …

Home ideas

3 Ways to Improve Your Home's Indoor Air Quality

(Family Features) While all homes will have some degree of infiltration, you can take steps to reduce indoor allergens, such as these three strategies from the EPA, which when used together can help you breathe easier in your own home.

Color Inspiration for a Comforting, Relaxing Home

(Family Features) Updating your home can provide the perfect opportunity to explore new design styles or refresh living spaces with a new color scheme. In fact, a coat of paint can help set the mood for entire rooms in your home.