Home Improvement

(BPT) – With the new year just around the corner, you may be thinking ahead about home improvements you want to make in the coming year. Especially if you’d like to maximize your outdoor space, planning ahead is crucial. Imagining exactly how you want to use the area outside your home can help you make […]

(BPT) – Think of local businesses that feel connected to your community. What comes to mind? Perhaps a retro diner displaying photos from the town’s earlier days, or a sports bar decked out with memorabilia from the local team? What gives a business a distinctly local flair, and how can you infuse this essence into

(BPT) – ‘Tis the season for ugly sweater parties, merry mocktail gatherings and holiday cookie exchanges. While many enjoy playing hostess with the mostest, holiday entertaining can come with some stressors. In fact, a recent survey found that 55% of adults in the U.S. say it’s important to them that their guests have a favorable

(BPT) – While rising energy prices can lead to higher heating and cooling costs, any spike in energy bills should invite further investigation. If your home’s heating and cooling bills are higher than normal, checking with your neighbors to see if they’ve noticed similar cost increases is a good first step. If owners of similar

(BPT) – As highly fluctuating temperatures become the new seasonal norm, homeowners begin to seek optimal HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) performance ahead of winter conditions. Many homeowners may be surprised to learn their HVAC system should be inspected yearly, as HVAC maintenance is a crucial to-do in order to maintain efficient heating and

(BPT) – Parties, family gatherings, time with friends and the occasional surprise guest — the holidays are full of fun get-togethers and reasons to celebrate. While there’s much to look forward to, cleaning your home might be a less joyous holiday activity. Tidying your house can be a lot of work. When you need your

(BPT) – Thanksgiving should be a time to enjoy a delicious feast and spend time with loved ones. However, many households face plumbing issues the day after this joyous meal. While most people call the day after Thanksgiving Black Friday, those in the plumbing industry know that day as Brown Friday. According to Mr. Rooter

(BPT) – As the heart of the home, the kitchen comes even more alive during the holiday season. From baking favorite treats and preparing beloved family dishes to hosting special events of all sizes, it’s the hub of the holidays. To prepare for all the buzz and make a great first impression on guests, consider

(BPT) – Looking ahead to a new year can inspire dreams and ideas for exciting ways to transform your home — but it can also feel daunting to take on a list of new projects. The good news is you don’t need a total remodel to get the home you want, and even small changes

(BPT) – If you love cooking and are always working toward improving your skills as well as your creations, you may want to review the tools you use in your kitchen each day. Having chef-quality equipment makes it easier to expand your culinary repertoire and achieve high-level, consistent results, from family meals to dinner parties.