How to Clean Your Gutters Like a Professional

Clogged gutters can create quite a headache. When water can’t properly flow from your roof, your house and it’s foundation could be looking at some major repair work. Gutters divert water away from your house, creating less chance of damage to your home and it’s foundation. This makes keeping your gutters clean so vital, something … Continued

How to Clean a Wood Fence (With and Without) a Pressure Washer

Just as it’s important to regularly clean your vinyl siding, cleaning your fence often is just as crucial. With a fence costing between $2,600 and $8,000 on average according to data released by Angie’s List, working to keep your fence well maintained is a must. Whether you have a metal, wood, or vinyl fence, regularly … Continued

How to Clean Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is one of the most popular materials used in homes across the country. Thanks to its low cost, durability, and ability to withstand a wide variety of weather conditions, vinyl siding usage continues to grow. Furthermore, those who choose vinyl siding are helping contribute to better environmental practices used in homebuilding and manufacturing. … Continued

How to Wash Your Windows Like a Pro

Imagine a life without windows. Maybe you don’t have to. Anybody who has worked an eight hour day in a cubicle can attest to the pain and discomfort that comes with going a day without seeing sunlight. Don’t believe me? Ask science. In 2016, the Journal of Affective Disorders published a study that found that … Continued

How to Get Your Home Ready For Winter

Winter can prove to be a taxing time for homeowners. With temperatures plummeting and snow piling in, it will make you long for a time when you could walk outside without a coat and didn’t need to break the bank on heating. However, there are quite a few precautions any homeowner can take to make … Continued

How to Clean Brick Walkways

Beautiful landscaping can elevate the quality of your life. Whether it adds more zest to the entrance of your business or makes you more proud of your home, a walkway or patio makes a world of difference. Of course, there’s no richer, more classic way to go than brick. Known for their excellent durability and … Continued

DIY Home Automation Ideas From the Pros

For years, Hollywood films and television shows have imagined what the future of smart homes might look like. From the Jetsons, Back to the Future, and Wall-E, we’ve been fascinated by what the possibilities of technology, imagination and our ability to push the limits of human laziness could bring.

Must Do Jobs When Getting Ready To Sell Your Home

Buying a house is generally one of the most significant investments any family will make. Once a family outgrows their home, they would have the option to either build extensions to add more living space or look to sell the house and move to a different neighborhood.

Get Your Home Ready For Spring

The cold Chicago winter has finally passed, and it’s now safe to go outside without needing to wear 5+ layers of clothes – spring is finally here! For some, spring means putting your gardening hat on and getting to work, and for others, spring kicks off a flurry of spring cleaning tasks and home repairs. … Continued

Why People Don’t Enter a Store: Avoid These Storefront Mistakes

If your store relies heavily on foot traffic, it is imperative to have an appealing storefront to help attract potential customers. Avoid these common storefront mistakes to increase the appeal of your business to potential customers: Associates Don’t Look Busy If you have large windows in your store, then the behavior of your employees will … Continued