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Do it Yourself

10 Ways to Winterize Your Home on a Budget

Keeping your home running efficiently should be a priority, especially during the extreme cold weather in the winter, but nobody wants another big expense. For this reason, we have put together this list of ten fantastic, high impact, low-cost or no-cost ways to improve your home efficiency in preparation for the winter. 1. Flush hot […]

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Home Maintenance

The Danger with Chimneys

Colder weather drives most of us indoors for months, cuddling up under blankets and if you’re lucky, around a fire in the fireplace. Fireplaces are a source of enjoyment and inexpensive heat in Michigan, but they can lead to many issues that, if not properly cared for, can destroy your home and endanger your family. […]

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Energy Saving Tips

Are Bungalow Style Homes Energy Hogs?

The Bungalow, Cape Cod-style home, or whatever you might call it is a staple of classic, older neighborhoods strewn across the US. They make use of the attic space, finishing it so it may be used as living space. This very popular style of home has some distinct advantages and disadvantages. One of the biggest […]

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Window Replacement

6 Ways New Windows Pay for Themselves

Replacing your windows is one of the best choices a homeowner can make for themselves. The project can seem daunting at first, so I wanted to give you some encouragement as to why windows can greatly improve your home value, your comfort level and can even pay for themselves. Energy Savings – This is the […]

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Energy Saving Tips Fall/Winter Insulation Advice

Drafts: How to detect, prevent and manage

Drafts make your home uncomfortable – you’ve felt the wind push through your windows or walls and felt a shiver dance up your spine. It’s uncomfortable and it costs you money. The EPA says that you can save 10% or more on your energy bills each year by properly sealing and insulating your home. But […]

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Fall/Winter Insulation Advice

7 Reasons to Insulate Before Winter Strikes

It always catches us off-guard, but it shouldn’t. The harsh, cold weather is coming and there’s not a lot you can do about it besides save up your Netflix queue and make sure your snow shovel is nearby. There is one thing you can do to ensure your floors and walls stay toasty warm during […]

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Do it Yourself Fall/Winter Pro Advice

7 Home Maintenance Tips to Prepare for Fall

The fall season has begun and of course you’re not ready. Nobody is. That’s why I’m here to remind you of a few things you should do before the cold weather and holiday season strikes. If you skip these things, ‘future you’ will be upset, so take heed. 1. Blow out your sprinklers If you […]

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Energy Saving Tips

This little app can save you real money

Your energy consumption is a major budget line item for your household and with the recent heat wave, you have probably felt the impact to your bottom line. Just being aware of your energy use is the first step to understanding how you can reduce your usage, but what feedback do you get besides your […]

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