3 Great Uses for Park Models

Posted on 24 October 2016

Often mistaken for trailers, park models are actually a type of recreational vehicle or RV. While they are technically a type of RV, they aren't often used in the same manner as traditional RVs. Most owners of park models transport them to a specific area and keep them in that space. Park models have more in common with trailers than traditional RVs, and that is why they are usually confused with trailers. [Read More]

3 Water Well Maintenance Tips To Reduce Repairs And Problems With Pumps

Posted on 26 September 2016

Maintenance of a water well is important if you rely on your well for home plumbing. There are also some things that you can do to reduce problems with the well equipment, plumbing, and appliances in your home. You may want to consider solutions such as a water softener system, pressure tank, and solar powered pump. Here are some of the improvements that you may want to consider for the well system for your home: [Read More]

Natural Weed-Control Options

Posted on 29 August 2016

While there are many benefits of having a big, beautiful yard, one of the drawbacks is weeds. No matter where you live, you're likely to run into the pesky plants during warm spring and summer months. While having some weeds is usually not harmful to your yard, they aren't aesthetically appealing, either. To keep your home's outdoor areas looking their best, it's important to get rid of the weeds as soon as possible, before they overtake your grass. [Read More]

4 Reasons Shutters Are So Great On Tiny Houses

Posted on 2 August 2016

The tiny house movement is picking up steam in the United States. Spurred on by the rising cost of the "American Dream," the recent recession, and the desire to reduce one's carbon footprint, tiny houses are this generation's response to living a life of excess in a McMansion. In sharp contrast to those oversize monstrosities, tiny houses are uniquely cozy homes, usually under 500 square feet. They house all the necessities, including a bathroom and a kitchen, just in a much more compact footprint than many Americans are used to. [Read More]

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Hardwood Flooring: a Great Option for Parents

I am a mother of three children, and until recently, I had always had carpeted floors. I grew up with carpeted floors, and our first home came with them. When we recently moved into a larger home when we were expecting our third child, we fell in love with a home with hardwood flooring. I loved the look of them, but I did not expect them to make a huge difference in my life like they did. While carpeting did have its benefits, I do not miss cleaning up stains that my children made in them every day and the constant vacuuming they needed. Having wood floors makes my life much easier. I created this blog to help share my experience with other busy parents. I learned that a small change in a home can make your life much easier when you have children.

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