Do you know how many belongings you and your family have? Every piece of furniture, book, small appliances, shoes…the list goes on. Do you know their worth? No? Do you know what it would cost to replace all of your belongings? A home inventory, which is a complete list of your belongings with their estimated Continue reading
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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
3 Great Reasons for Snowbirds to Have Home Watch
If you’re a seasonal homeowner with a home in the Treasure Coast, it is always a good idea to have a team of experienced professionals on your side when you are away. This is where Argos Homewatch comes in. We put together a list of why you should hire a Home Watch service in the Continue reading
Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season
The 2016 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1st. Hurricanes can produce winds of more than 155 miles per hour along with heavy rains and flying debris. Is your home prepared? Getting your home ready takes time and money, and is best done in advance. Here is a handy list of things that you (or our team of Continue reading
6 Tips to Protect your Family and Home During Tornado Season
From now until October, tornados can happen out of nowhere. Florida has the highest density of tornado activity, but rarely are they the most destructive. There is little you can do to protect your home from the strength of tornado winds, but there are actions you can take to protect yourself and your family better. Identify Continue reading
10 Ways to Beat the Pollen This Spring
With Spring in full bloom, parts of the country, especially cities in Florida, are experiencing high pollen counts. With flowers and trees blossoming everywhere, you may not be ready for an influx of Spring allergies! Here are 10 ways you can beat the pollen this Spring! Close your windows and doors. Don’t use window or attic fans Continue reading
7 Great Reasons to Hire a Home Watch Company
There are a number of different reasons why a house would lie vacant for an extended period of time. Things such as snowbirds who are absent for six months or more, an extended vacation, a family member who has left his or her home and is now residing in an assisted living facility or perhaps 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
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