To protect yourself when remodeling, always check the contractor’s references. This is an essential stage of qualifying the right person for your project. Here are just a few questions…
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A deck helps expand your living space and provides a great spot to commune with nature. Adding or replacing a deck not only boosts your home’s curb appeal, it also…
It’s the season for picnics, cookouts, and other outdoor parties. But eating outdoors in warm weather presents a food safety challenge. Bacteria in food multiply faster at temperatures between 40°F…

Children should not play on or around riding lawnmowers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says that about 15 children are killed each year by riding lawnmowers. Each year, about…
Photo: National Wood Flooring Association Wood flooring is the most abundantly renewable flooring material available. Because trees are a renewable resource that can be replaced time and time again, sustainable…
Remember the days when your home had only one TV and a computer was something you only needed at work? These days, most homes have multiple TVs and computers, all…
Learning to manage your stress level is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Try one of these simple pleasures to help you relax. Yes, it’s no joke. Laughter is one…

Design-build construction is a method of project delivery that can save project owners time and money by having one entity, such as a general contractor, handle all the design and…

The State of Georgia has begun enforcing new requirements related to the minimum standards for how single span, single level residential decks must be constructed. A copy of the 22-page…

With winter upon us, it’s a perfect time to complete a household check aimed at colder weather. Follow these tips to keep your home functioning safely and efficiently: Lower the…

When window cords are accessible to small children, these seemingly harmless products may become strangulation hazards. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, corded window coverings are among the…
A well-stocked first aid kit is a handy thing to have. To be prepared for emergencies: Keep a first aid kit in your home and in your car. Carry a…