December To-Do List: Holiday Helpful Hints
December is a busy month — with holiday decorating, food prep and celebrations taking over the schedule. So go ahead and give yourself the gift of a lighter load of chores around the house. Here’s a suggested to-do list that will get you ready for family festivities and the potential for harsh winter weather but […]
November To-Do List: Get Ready for the Holidays!
With Thanksgiving looming and the winter holidays right around the corner, it’s easy to succumb to panic. Don’t do it! Instead, use this pre-holiday time as motivation to accomplish what you can and forget about the rest. If you haven’t already, hammer down your holiday travel plans. Make the necessary calls to family and friends […]
October To-Dos: Prepping Your Home for Fall
October ushers in cooler temperatures, brilliant fall foliage, and a bountiful harvest. Take advantage of all three as you prep your home and family for your favorite fall customs and traditions. Inventory the family’s outdoor cold-weather gear. Are last year’s jackets, coats, hats and gloves in good condition and do they fit? Purchase any necessary […]
September To-Do List: Kick-off to Fall!
While it may still feel a lot like summer, September signals the official kickoff of the fall season, which means it’s time to bring on the fall decor and all things pumpkin-spiced as well as the rakes, the weather stripping and the heavier clothing. So here’s a handy to-do list to help you navigate the […]
August To-Do’s: Winding Down from Summer
August is a terrific month to savor those last days of summer while at the same time prepping for the fall season. Then, finally, it’s back-to-school time, and cooler weather is just around the corner. So here’s a handy must-do list to get you and your home ready. Go through your closets with an eye […]
June To-Do List – Summer Home and Garden Tasks
It’s June, which means it’s time to relax and enjoy the kick-off of summer, but before the fun can begin, be sure to tackle this handy home and garden to-do list. Change the filters in your air conditioning vents to help your unit operate at optimum capacity. If you haven’t already, schedule an annual maintenance […]
May To-Do List – 10 Chores to Gear-up for Summer
Before shifting gears into summer, here’s a handy list of chores for the busy homeowner. See if you can beat that Memorial Day deadline. Before the heat becomes unbearable, tackle all that clutter hiding in the attic. Pass along unused items to family and friends or donate to a worthy charity in your area. Recycle […]
February to-do list: Show your home a little love
Stay warm and keep busy with February’s handy to-do list of in-door chores. It’s guaranteed to make you fall in love with your living space all over again. Inventory your cold-weather wardrobe, looking for things that you haven’t worn this winter. Donate them before the season is over so someone else can enjoy them. Start […]
A Gift for January 2021: Ten Tips for a Healthy Home
We’re kicking 2020 to the curb and showing some love for 2021 with a January to-do list to help you launch a successful new year. Here are 10 tips to a healthy home and a healthy you. When packing up the holiday decor, resist the urge to quickly toss everything into tubs and haul it […]
Checklist: August To-Dos for Homeowners
Besides being the hottest month of the year, August is a time of transition. Vacation season is winding down and the school year is starting. Here are several key home maintenance chores to complete. Transition time Break out the backpacks, calculators, and lunch bags. Prepare a place at home for the kids to study and […]
Checklist: Winter To-Dos for Homeowners
Thanksgiving is but a memory, and winter is in the air. It’s time to make sure your home is ready for the frosty months ahead. Check Heating System Ideally, the heating system should be checked mid-fall, but if that hasn’t happened, hire a pro to inspect the gas or oil burner, the heat exchanger and […]
Checklist: Summer To-Dos for Homeowners
While immersing yourself in summertime activities, it’s important to set aside enough time to take care of home and yard chores. Here are 10 must-do items while summer’s in full swing. • Air Conditioning Summer Maintenance If you haven’t already, it’s imperative to have a professional check your air conditioning system. It’s working full time […]
Checklist: Spring To-Dos for Homeowners
That winter chill is retreating and the prospect of warm Spring weather is no longer a distant dream. Get your house and yard ready with these 10 maintenance musts. NOTE: During the COVID-19 pandemic, building and construction trades are essential to maintaining the safety and operation of private residences. Therefore, service providers such as plumbers, […]
Checklist: Fall To-Dos for Homeowners
Fall brings cooler days, football, pumpkin spice, and the perfect time to prep your home for winter. Here’s what needs to get done. √ The Heating System Before it gets cold enough to turn on the furnace, have a professional inspect the heat exchanger, furnace burners, and air handler for readiness. Always change the intake […]
Checklist: July To-Dos for Homeowners
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 […]
Checklist: June To-Dos for Homeowners
Outdoor activities beckon as summer comes calling, but so does the list of June chores for homeowners. Here’s what needs to get done before the fun begins. Clean grill grates. Throughout the summer, keep those cooking grates clean. Using a mixture of water and vinegar, clean with a plastic dish scrubber. Afterward, use a clean […]
Checklist: September To-Dos for Homeowners
With summer winding down and fall temperatures on the horizon, September is a pivotal month for homeowners who want to keep their most valuable investment in tip-top shape. Here’s what needs to be done as summer heat transitions to autumn cool. Furnace Maintenance Make that call to a reputable heating and cooling specialist to schedule […]