Erie, Pennsylvania located in North East, Pennsylvania is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. For both those visiting and locals, there is never a dull moment, with a new adventure waiting around every corner. Erie has a little bit of...
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5 Landscaping Tips That Will Boost Value for Your Home
We often spend so much time improving the inside of our homes that we forget about our yards. While making your living space comfortable will always take precedence, enhancing your curb appeal can give you a reason to work in the great outdoors, improve your mood, and significantly boost the value of your home.
7 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale
As we sit in the dead of winter, it may seem like summer is never coming back; but in reality, it’s right around the corner. While the weather might make you feel unmotivated, it can also provide you with a surplus of time to start prepping your house for sale.
Do some early spring cleaning and you’re instantly giving yourself a stronger foothold in the market. To help you increase your chances of a successful sale, we’ve provided seven ways to spruce up your house for listing.
14 Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday
On this day in (insert your birth year), the course of history changed! It may have only been a small ripple in the lives of a few, or a huge splash for many, but you entering the world had an effect. You should celebrate! We've put together this list to help you think about how you can make the day special. Enjoy! Oh, and Happy Birthday!
A Superior Home Foundation for New Construction
Laying the foundation of your home is arguably the most important stage in new construction; it is, quite literally, the bedrock upon which your house sits. For this reason, it’s important to understand the best foundation system for your geographic location, needs, and architectural preferences.
Five Facets of a Home That Can't Be Compromised
Discover the 5 must-have facets of a home that shouldn’t be compromised—from location and school districts to open floor plans and knowing your neighbors.
Living Stress-Free In Your Community
To feel at home in our community, be it a neighborhood, apartment complex, or a condominium complex, it’s important that we communicate with our neighbors. While it can be a challenge to remain simpatico with everyone in our proximity, the outcome of a healthy co-existence is a stronger, safer society.
Unfortunately, a recent report by City Observatory suggests that nearly a third of people have never interacted with their neighbors. There could be several reasons for this, including more time spent using media (television, social media, video games, etc.) in isolation, more solo transportation to and from work, a lack of physical activity, and sadly, a nearly 30% increase since the 1970’s in the overall distrust of anyone outside of our immediate circle.
The Perks of Energy Efficient Homes
From temperature control to substantial monthly savings on utilities, energy efficient homes have a number of benefits homeowners should keep in mind. While it is true that renovating a home to be energy efficient can be a laborious process, building a new home with the right materials takes no more time than traditional construction.
6 Easy Car Care Tips for Hot Weather
It seems like summer is a more relaxed time for most things. We spend more time outdoors and away from home on road trips. The warmer months, however, provide some challenges for our personal vehicles. Following these 6 easy tips will keep you in good shape through the summer and fall seasons:
Best 7 Tips to Pest-Proof Your Home
If you’re like those of us in the northwest corner of Pennsylvania, you’re ready for the sunny and warm days ahead. But you might not be happy with the pests that come along with summertime!
When the temps start rising, those unwanted visitors begin waking up and are looking for food. Will your home be their best source? Even the best custom-built homes can fall prey to pests if we’re not vigilant. The reasons why pests see you as an easy target might surprise you! The apple pie sitting out on the counter isn’t the only trigger. If you take the following steps, you can prevent those creepy-crawlies:
