Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Tuesday, 05 September 2023 / Published in General Information, Home Care
Fall is the perfect time to take care of larger home repairs before the shorter, cooler, rainy days set in. Set aside some time in the coming months to check these items off your list so you and your family can have a more enjoyable winter! Tasks to Check off in an Hour or Less

How to Clean a Range Hood Filter

Wednesday, 18 January 2023 / Published in DIY, General Information, Home Care
Wildcat Kitchen Remodel
When was the last time you peeked underneath your stove’s hood and checked the exhaust fan filters? … awkward silence … Chances are you haven’t cleaned your filter in a while, and it is looking and feeling greasy. Over time, the filter may become so blocked with grease and grime that it loses its effectiveness,

10 Steps to Prepare Your Home for Winter

Thursday, 10 November 2022 / Published in General Information, Home Care
Winter will be here before we know it, which means it’s time to prepare your home for the cool months ahead. A little preparation now will help keep your home running smoothly as winter storms and cold weather approaches. Here are 10 steps to prepare your home for winter. Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.With

How to Clean your Dishwasher in 8 Simple Steps

Thursday, 12 May 2022 / Published in General Information, Home Care
A clean dishwasher means cleaner dishes. It may seem silly to clean a dishwasher, but this simple task will help keep your machine working at it’s best. Cleaning your dishwasher every four to six weeks will help reduce buildup of lime scale, soap scum, and eliminate leftover food particles that reduce your machine’s effectiveness. Need

How to Prioritize Large Projects

Tuesday, 09 February 2021 / Published in General Information, Home Remodeling Tips
Large home remodeling projects don’t always need to be taken on all at once. Whether doing your whole project at once isn’t in the budget or you aren’t able to deal with that much upheaval all at once, it’s often wise to spread large projects out over time – what’s called phasing. Phasing is when

How to Clean your Washer and Dryer

Friday, 15 January 2021 / Published in DIY, General Information, Home Care
Many of us take our machines for granted and it’s important we show them some love to keep them working safely and efficiently. We will break down how to rid your washer of dirt and built-up detergent residue and then how to clean your dryer and dryer vents. Before we dive in, it’s important to

How to Respond to 5 Home Emergencies

Friday, 24 January 2020 / Published in General Information, Home Care
It’s easy to panic when you’re in the midst of a home emergency like gushing pipes, kitchen fires, or a leaking roof. We believe homeowners can save themselves a lot of anxiety – and even money – by taking a few simple steps to minimize the damage while they wait for an expert to help.

First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Home Maintenance

Friday, 05 April 2019 / Published in General Information, Home Care
Congratulations, you’ve purchased your first home! In the hustle and bustle of moving in, it’s easy to overlook routine home maintenance tasks. We know reading that might have been a bit daunting, but don’t worry, most of these tasks take a few minutes or a quick call to a professional! Take a deep breath and