All over the world, crime is increasing at an alarming rate. In the US, there is at least one crime committed every minute. A lot of these crimes are carried out in residential areas and involve breaking into people’s homes. Many such burglaries result in the loss of properties and in some unfortunate instances, loss of life. Protecting yourself, your loved ones, and valuables from intruders is easy if you know what to do. In this short article, we will explore 5 ways to secure your home against break-ins.
At the beginning of March every year, daylight savings time starts all over Louisville – and by November, it ends. Between this duration, summer sets in gradually, and before you know it the weather becomes really hot. But you don’t have to wait until that time to start preparing for summer and getting your home ready.
Spring is a great time of the year. If you’re a homeowner, you already know that there will be some jobs waiting for you once the harsh Winter weather is past. These “jobs” are very important. Some are simply maintenance that you’ve always known your home needs. Some spring home improvement projects are more involved. In either case, you’ll be glad you took the time and money to tackle than to protect or even enhance the value of your most valuable investment—your home.
Spring is the perfect time to improve your deck! Once Summer arrives, you’ll be glad you did.
As we leave colder temps in the rear-view mirror, here are the top five spring home improvement projects that will help you and your home.
No matter how beautiful a building is or how intricately it has been designed, it will age and fall prey to environmental effects sooner or later. This has a direct impact on the health and fitness of a building and needs immediate attention. The depth in which it needs to be dealt with depends on the severity of the issue. One solution may be crack stitching.
Do you long for a new kitchen? Or, is it time to replace the floorboards to get rid of that awful squeak? Home renovation is a big business in America, with $325 million predicted to have been spent on remodeling during 2017. Louisville citizens are shunning the “for sale” signs and replacing them with DIY tools and project plans to make their homes bigger and better than ever before. But, with renovations costing hundreds, if not thousands, and homes needing renovations, how can you fund your next project without going over budget?
Homes, just like humans, should also heed the adage “Prevention is better than cure.” Some people put off fixing or repairing a certain part of the roof because they are trying to save money and it is a problem that can wait. The next week, they find their living room flooded, leaving a trail of damages that will cost them more than the price of a brand-new roof will. It’s likely time to renovate your home.
Clearly, this house is in major need of renovation.(more…)
A home’s furnishings say a lot about the home’s owners. From antiques to traditional and modern furniture, they play a very important role in your home’s interior design. Not only are they a useful necessity, but they also have the potential to beautify each living space. In order to prolong the life of your furniture, you must care for it regularly. When you carry out these activities, the wood portions of your furniture will look great and last longer.
Going away from home is not always a good feeling. If you are going away for a longer period leaving your home all alone, it will keep you constantly worried about the security of your home. By now, I’m sure you’ve considered a home security system. Read on to learn more!
There are many that can afford to hire their own security guard simply for their home.(more…)
No one wants to experience the feeling of having their home broken into. Having a home insurance policy makes things easier as it provides cover for burglary but it doesn’t take away the shock and fear that comes with having your home violated. Then after you’re left completely unsettled. And to help you make informed decisions, the experts from Network Security are available to offer their knowledge and insights on the latest and most effective home security measures. This article outlines some effective home security measures you’ll want to consider to increase your family’s safety.
A leaky faucet is a problem that every household faces at least once. Therefore, keeping your faucet in proper working condition might be a difficult task. It’s not only annoying, hearing that drip, drip drip, but at the same time, it can significantly increase your water bills.
If you’re looking for fixes for your leaky faucet, you’ve come to the right place!(more…)
The fun and feeling of excitement that follows buying or renting a new apartment could quickly fade away if some of your most important expectations about the home are not met or are below the standard you’d imagined. But it isn’t just your individual home taste you should worry about; security should be on top of your list of steps to make your house a home.
Changing the locks is perhaps the most important way you can make your house a home.(more…)
A plumbing problem is usually one of the most challenging situations a person can get into at home. It can be such an annoyance to people who have no plumbing know-how. This is where a need for a professional comes in. However, there are many qualities that you must consider when looking for a professional plumber.
Residential plumbing professionals come in all shapes and sizes.(more…)
Selecting which home improvement projects have the best return on investment is not an easy task. There is always that risk of overspending which will definitely make things harder.
Bathrooms, along with kitchens, historically give some of the best returns on investment of any home improvement project.(more…)
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), burglaries occur in America every 15 seconds. To make matters worse, residential buildings record 73% of the total number of these robberies. However, this shouldn’t deter anyone from buying a new home in areas of their choice. But, how do you protect your new home?
Wireless home security cams can now enrich the homes of almost anyone with easy-to-use security settings. This makes more relaxing spaces for you and your belongings. These new cams have features like online checking, custom alarm settings, and much more.
