The Right Light Bulb for the Job

Finding the Right Light Bulb for the Job

Selecting the right light bulb for your home is important. Your selection has a big impact on your home’s appeal. All light bulbs are not created equal, as each type of bulb has its advantages and disadvantages. Knowing how to properly choose the most common bulbs (incandescents, halogens, fluorescents, and LEDs) will make your home…

Flagstone Patio Construction

How to Build Your Own Flagstone Patio

A newly built or refinished deck is very attractive, but keeping a deck in a good state requires time and effort. A patio option that eliminates this burden without sacrificing aesthetics is one made of flagstone. Building a deck requires some deal of building knowledge or the money to hire a contractor; however, you can…

Alternative Tips to Summer Cooling - Insulation, Shading

Alternative Summer Cooling Tips

Did you know that air conditioners can use up to 1/6th of our total energy consumption on hot summer days? Keeping your house cool during the summer can be more challenging than it sounds. It may be as simple as flipping on the AC, but more energy saving alternatives can be used. Utilizing alternative cooling…