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Today, modern homes are automated with the latest advances in technology in ways that would astound and amaze our ancestors. From the exterior to throughout the interior, smart home technology can literally change your lifestyle offering energy savings, enhanced security, functionality, convenien...

  The right interior paint colors can transform the entire appearance of your home. The interior colors of your home significantly influence the atmosphere of the home and thereby, influence the moods of people in the home. ----------The colors you select also unify architectural elements, floori...

No matter if you are working with a landscape contractor to bring beauty and order to the site of new home construction or to breathe life and elegance into a bland and boring established yard, the term “hardscape” is likely to come up in the conversation.“Hardscape” is the backbone of any landsc...

Winter can wreck havoc on your home. It’s likely, your home is your largest single monetary investment; one that you want to protect and preserve. Savvy homeowners know that in the same way it is prudent to have an annual physical examination with their physician to ensure their optimum good heal...

The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now. - Chinese proverbSpring is the ideal time to introduce new trees into your home environment. The gentle warmth of sunny spring days encourages the roots to spread out and grow while spring rains bring needed moisture. B...

 Green roofs are the latest building trend in the residential construction. To create more green space in urban areas, to provide energy savings and to create a more comfortable living environment for both people and pets, more and more eco-friendly homebuilders are incorporating green roofs into...

Smart home technology is the newest “buzz word” to become a common term familiar to homeowners, builders, contractors and real estate agents. Smart home technology is the term used to describe the integration of the latest advances in technology and services into residential residences to enhance...

For many people, especially first-time buyers’, purchasing a new home is one of the biggest and most complicated transactions of their lifetime. Let’s face it: it's scary to deplete a large portion of your life savings as a down payment and then commit to up to 30 years of monthly payments, taxes...

Has your underground space been turned into a junk collector full of memorabilia, holiday decorations and old sports equipment that you will never use? Do you need more living space for a growing family? Finishing out or rejuvenating an old basement adds valuable living space inside the existing ...

Face it; we live in a frightening and sometimes dangerous world. Protecting your family and property is a priority. With the majority of home break-ins occurring during the summer months, spring is an excellent time to evaluate and update your home security system. Professional installation of th...