July To-Do List – Summer Fun and Chores to Keep You Busy

Family celebrating 4th of July on a front porch.

Summer is in full swing, and the heat is on. Keep your cool by tackling this set of (mostly) indoor chores to keep your home in shape and your family life running smoothly. Then, reward yourself with an outdoor barbecue with neighbors. If you haven’t already, now is the time to schedule an annual maintenance […]

A Calendar for Shoppers: July’s Best Buys

Beach items isolated on white background. Items that are July's best buys for shoppers.

Fourth of July sales on furniture and appliances are retail traditions followed by deep discounts on summer items, making this month a great time to purchase home-related items. So Long to Summer Gear… Now’s your chance to purchase summer items at a steep discount. Beach towels, patio equipment, summer sporting goods, outdoor lights, grills, outdoor […]

Checklist: July To-Dos for Homeowners

Beagle drinking water from a bowl to cool off from summer sun in the shade on backyard lawn. Pet care is important item on July To-Dos list.

Summer is fun, but by July it may be so hot you’re tempted to stay inside 24-7. Here’s a July To-Dos list of indoor home maintenance chores to keep you busy. Water Heater Maintenance To prevent sediment accumulation, it’s wise to drain the water heater tank periodically. First, turn off the electricity or gas to […]