Mold in Unexpected Places The presence of mold at home is not only unsightly; it can also cause respiratory problems. While you may be doing a good job at preventing mold in obvious places in your home such as the bathroom, there are certain areas that can become damp where mold lurks and multiplies without you even knowing. Continue reading
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5 Steps to Preparing your Lawn for Fall
With autumn approaching, you may not be thinking too much about you caring for your lawn. But Fall is the ideal time to prepare your lawn for the following Spring. We have 5 easy steps to preparing your lawn for fall. Keep mowing your lawn: Continue to water and mow your lawn, as needed throughout Fall. As Winter Continue reading
Top Ways to Save on Your Energy Bill
With Florida Summer in full swing, there is no better time than now to try and trim some of your energy costs. Here are some of the most effective ways to help you conserve energy and gain control over the energy usage in your home. If you have a swimming pool, limit the amount of time Continue reading
Storing Your Car for the Summer in Florida
If you store a vehicle in Florida while you spend your summers up north, it is recommended to store it in a cool, dry environment such as your garage. Leaving your vehicle sitting in the street or your inside your garage for an extended period of time can lead to an entire host of problems including a dead Continue reading
Spring Maintenance: Pruning Shrubs and Trees
A few minutes spent pruning is one of the best things you can do for the plants in your yard, but it’s one of the most neglected tasks of owning a home as it is not a skill everyone possesses. Mastering the following tips will reward your yard with thicker foliage and an abundance of healthy blooms. Most Continue reading
Prepping Your Outdoor Space for Spring
The weather has been absolutely gorgeous this week, a sure sign that Spring is on its way! This is the perfect time to prep your outdoor space for the coming season. Even before the first flowers bloom, you can take steps to prepare your outdoor space or patio for the warm days ahead. Check out Continue reading
Home Maintenance: Checking your Air Ducts
Mold growing in your ducts, an infestation of rodents or insects, excessive debris blowing from your ducts? These are all signs that you should be checking your air ducts. To prevent re-cleaning your air ducts, we suggest finding the source of the contaminants in your home and getting rid of them. Here are a few guidelines Continue reading
6 Tips to Prevent Mold in Your Home
Mold grows on organic materials such as paper, leather, dirt and soap scum. It grows best in warm, moist temperatures, between 72 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit. The simplest way to detect a mold problem is using your own senses. Smell a musty odor? That is a great indication mold may be nearby. Watermarks on the ceiling and Continue reading
Fireplace Safety Tips
We may live in the Sunshine State, but many homes still have fireplaces. They’re the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good book on a chilly evening. Before you get cozy fireside, make sure your fireplace is safe. According to the National Fire Protection Association, four out of five fire-related deaths occur in the home. Even scarier- Continue reading
When to Change Your Home Heating and Air Filters
Have you ever wondered how often you should change the heating and air conditioning filters in your home? Changing furnace and return air filters is critical to the proper performance of your HVAC system, not to mention your home’s air quality. Studies show that indoor air pollution is one of the top five environmental health Continue reading