Home Care

  You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Prep My Home for Fall?   Ah, fall in Connecticut. While we love the easy, breezy days of summer, the arrival of autumn still gives us a little flutter. From the beautiful fall foliage that blankets our state to sipping apple cider in a pumpkin patch, these few autumn months can be some of New England’s most charming. As we get ready to welcome the...

  You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Create a Fall Flower Garden?   September is here, and there’s nothing quite like fall in Connecticut to send us into a full pumpkin-and-mum-loving frenzy. The days are still warm, the nights are getting cooler, and the rich tones of autumn are just weeks away. If you’re wondering how to create a fall flower garden that showcases the beauty of the...

  You Ask, We Answer: What Types of Windows Are Right for My House?   As any Connecticut homeowner knows, having the right windows in your house can make all the difference. From how your home looks to how well it can keep the heat or cool air in and the ever-changing New England elements out, windows play an integral role in how comfortable and cost-efficient your home is throughout the...

    You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Brighten A Dark Room?   Small windows, no windows, a yard that’s blanketed by shade: Whatever the reason that room in your house feels a little dreary, you don’t have to live in the dark about how to make it feel brighter. We have some helpful and easy tips on how you can brighten a dark room to make it feel more welcoming, more cheery and...

    You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Make the Most of My Small Bathroom? Half bath, powder room, water closet: Whatever you call your small bathroom, you may be wondering how to make it feel, well, bigger. While our tips below won’t actually expand the size of your small bathroom, they can make it look and feel bigger, thanks to creative storage, choice of decor and even where you mount your...

  You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Create an Outdoor Kitchen on a Budget? Pool parties, BBQs, dinner al fresco: However you enjoy your time outdoors, you may have an outdoor kitchen on your list of “dream home” updates. But if creating an outdoor kitchen seems out of reach, we’ve got some tips on creating a more affordable outside eatery. Read on for more!   Make it...

Photo courtesy of homie.com You Ask, We Answer: What Home Improvements Should I Do This Summer? Ah, summer: The season of rest, relaxation, spontaneous fun, and…home improvements? While they may not hold the promise of the picture-worthy memories that some of our other summer activities do, making improvements to your Connecticut home this summer can save you a lot of time, money and headaches in the...

  You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Get Rid of Bugs in My Garden? For many of us living in here in Connecticut, time spent in the garden is a labor of love we enjoy for a few precious months out of the year. But bugs and pests can not only take the joy out of our efforts, they can harm the very plants and vegetables we’ve been so diligently caring for. While it’s easy to reach for harsh...

Photo courtesy of Humble Hideaways Need a Vacation? This Connecticut Business Delivers One in Your Own Backyard For many of us dipping our toes back into “normal life” after the past year, the thought of a relaxing get-away is at the top of our wish lists. But while the call of far-flung locales will always hold appeal for our inner adventurer, one Connecticut business is giving the definition of...

  You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Create Curb Appeal? Whether you’re getting ready to put your house on the market or just want to make your home a source of joy whenever you pull in the driveway, creating “curb appeal”—that attractiveness of your home’s exterior—is easier than you may think. Bring your eye for detail, grab your paintbrush and let’s dig in to these easy and affordable...