If you own your own home, you may enjoy taking on the occasional do-it-yourself (DIY) project. Whether that be painting a room, installing new fixtures, or tackling landscape work, it can be personally rewarding to upgrade your home via your own efforts. There are some tasks, however, that may call for more than a simple
For many people, the idea of buying an older home is an alluring one. Let’s face it, they don’t build them like they used to, and if you appreciate the charm and character that comes with an older house, it is understandable that you would stay away from newer construction. It is worth noting, however,
There is something majestic and unique to purchasing an older home. If you happen to appreciate the sort of character that comes from construction from a previous era, you may be drawn to buying such a house. Of course, you probably enter this type of real estate transaction knowing that your work may be cut
If you own your own home, you probably take a certain level of pride in keeping it clean. After all, this space is your sanctuary, and even if you do not frequently entertain guests or host gatherings, it is still your living area. While you can certainly clean your carpeting, scrub your floors and surfaces,
If you own your own home, or your own business, you probably pride yourself on your ability to handle do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. There is something noble in that, as it not only gives you a sense of pride, but it can also save you a fair amount of the cost that comes with working with
In recent months, southern California has seen historic levels of rainfall. While many have welcomed the precipitation as a needed salve to drought conditions, others have had to deal with some unfortunate byproducts, namely flooding and water damage in Los Angeles. If you own a home or business, unwanted water can cause a major headache,
It is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. There is an unusually musty smell, or a room feels aggressively damp. You move a piece of furniture and unsightly mold spores reveal themselves. Mold and mildew, while common just about everywhere, can be tricky to fully remove on your own. When it appears in small amounts, say within
Whether it is in your home, office, or outdoor area, mold can be a major headache. Aside from being gross and unsightly to look at, mold can also be a potential hazard to your health. Certain types of mold can cause respiratory issues when its particles enter the lungs. With that in mind, it behooves
When you begin renovations on a home or office, the last thing you want is surprises. It is often a homeowner's worst nightmare to knock down a wall and discover asbestos or mold lurking within the framework. The same holds true for the discovery of lead-based paint, which can be fairly common in older buildings.
You do your best to keep your home clean and smelling fresh. After all, your home is your sanctuary, so it stands to reason that would take some pride in keeping it presentable. Sometimes, though, there are issues with cleaning that can be hard to tackle on your own. If you have an upcoming family
