Winters are brutal. Nothing is worse than getting stuck in a snow-induced traffic jam or going outside and feeling the cold wind hit your face. Winters can also cause severe damage to your home. This list of the most common winter home disasters will make you more aware of the potential hazards and how to protect your home from them. Roofing Issues Roofs and winters are not friends. Especially harsh winters can cause severe damage to roofs; if a large amount of heavy snow sits on a roof for an extended period … [Read more...]
Six Steps to Enhance Home Security
Your home is your castle. More than that, your home is where our hear is as well. What this means is that your home is where your family lives. If you are like the vast majority of people, you want to optimize home security. There are five steps that you should take to improve home security. Add an Iron Front Door A major step that you can take to improve overall home security is to add an iron front door to your home. There are many benefits that you can gain by adding an iron front door to your … [Read more...]
10 Anti-Burglary Tips for Sellers and Homeowners
We read this and felt that these helpful hints are extremely relevant to our sellers. Sadly, thieves are everywhere watching and planning their next moves. We hope that these hints will help protect your family and belongings. After the holidays, many people put the empty boxes their expensive gifts came in out on the curb. What do you think that says to potential burglars? It screams, “I just got a brand-new TV! Come and rob me!” That’s just one example of some unwise … [Read more...]
The Vacation-Smart Home
From Pillar to Post As summer gets into full swing, it makes sense to review some simple but important steps you should take to secure your home while you head off for a well-deserved vacation. Amidst all of the decisions about where to go, where to stay, and what to do when you get there, taking some time to plan for leaving your home safe and secure will give you added peace of mind while you’re enjoying your free time. Here are some useful reminders and tips for protecting your home while … [Read more...]