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How Overgrown Trees Can Damage Your House It’s summertime, and trees are in full bloom. A towering tree can provide welcome shade, privacy, or beauty to your yard. However, trees can also be a danger to your home. If you are unsure of the dangers trees can cause, here is how overgrown trees can damage your home.  Branches Can Damage Your Roof, Siding, and Windows Tree branches that extend over the...

How to Help Your Senior Parents DownsizeBy Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.netWhen the house that raised you becomes too big for the people who filled it, downsizing isn’t just a move; it’s a turning point. The logistics are easy to list: less square footage, fewer stairs, simpler upkeep. But the real work? It lives in the quiet grief of goodbye and the quiet hope of what comes next. For adult children supporting...

Lower Your Utility Bills This Summer Without Sacrificing Comfort When the heat is on, it’s tempting to blast the A/C. However, utility bills can rack up fast. You don’t have to sacrifice comfort when choosing to keep your A/C mellow. This summer, you can keep cool while lowering your energy bills by being smart about how you cool your home. Here is how to lower your utility bills this summer without...

What to Know When Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time Buying and selling a home simultaneously requires planning, financial preparation, and expert coordination. No matter the reason, managing both transactions at once can be stressful. We’ve prepared some ways to help streamline the experience as you navigate the buying and selling process. Here’s what to know when buying and selling a home at...

Red Flags in Summer Home Tours You Might Overlook Summer is one of the busiest seasons for real estate. Buyers are energized, homes look beautiful in full sunlight, and curb appeal is at its peak. However, summer’s glow can also cover some red flags in certain homes. The bright skies and blooming landscaping can make it easier to mask flaws, so knowing what to look for is essential. Here are the red...

Making a Multigenerational Home Actually Work By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net There’s a quiet hum to a house when three generations are living under one roof. It’s the clatter of cereal bowls, the shuffle of slippers, and someone always needing to borrow the good scissors. It can be loud, chaotic, and full of life—until it isn't. When you share space with grandparents, parents, and kids, a few...

6 Overlooked Spots to Tackle in a Deep Clean Daily cleaning is essential to ensure your home stays comfortable and welcoming to your household and guests. When you're looking to sell your home, it is especially important to ensure it is clean for potential buyers. Even the most rigid adherence to your daily checklist will mean there are still some areas that will need extra attention during a deep clean....

Late Spring Home Maintenance Checklist Spring’s fresh blooms are getting ready to make way for summer’s steamy days. Late spring is the perfect time to ensure your home is ready for the hotter temperatures. Getting ahead of your summer maintenance tasks can prevent costly repairs often associated with letting maintenance tasks fall down on the to-do list. Here are some essential home maintenance tasks...

5 Tips for Dealing With Pet Odors as a Homeowner A home that smells fresh offers a welcoming atmosphere. Unfortunately for pet owners, pet odors can be pervasive when not addressed properly. Thankfully, a handful of helpful tricks can keep your home smelling fresh, even when your roommate is a furry friend. Here are 5 tips for dealing with pet odors as a homeowner.  Reduce Odors Before They Start While...

Most Common Seller Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Selling a home can be accompanied by numerous stressors and unexpected emotions. Making mistakes that cost time, money, and even the sale can add stress. Here are some of the most common seller mistakes and how to avoid them.  Overpricing a Property One of the biggest mistakes sellers make is setting an unrealistic asking price. Overpricing can cause...