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Nevada County winters are tough on roofs. In snowy areas, snow and ice add a lot of weight to the roof, and excess water can cause leaks. Sometimes, there is a big winter temperature swing between day and night. Those temperature variations cause the roof material to expand and contract, and that puts stress on [...]
Home staging has become an increasingly a great way for people to sell their homes more quickly and for more money. Its overall goal is to help prospective home buyers emotionally connect with a space. Home staging isn’t limited to just high-end properties. It has become a norm for homes at all price points. While [...]
Roofs take a beating every winter. With the driving rain and, in the higher elevations of Nevada County, snow, your roof slowly deteriorates. The good news is that with the right contractor and the right products, your home will stand up against winter weather. So, how do you ensure you have hired the right pro [...]
Fall may be making itself known in Grass Valley, but winter is right on its heels. While winters in the Grass Valley area might not be as brutal as they are up the hill in Lake Tahoe, we still get our fair share of cold winds, rain, and, every once in a while, snow. With [...]
Dirty blinds and curtains always seem to appear when you least expect it. It always happens on that wonderful day in the middle of a Nevada County winter when the sun shines and the temperature warms to the mid 60s. You decide, hey, this is a great time to open up the blinds and let some [...]
For older adults who may be tired of the upkeep and maintenance of a property, want more companionship, or simply need a little more help to remain independent, retirement living is the perfect solution. Shopping for one, however, is different than a regular house-hunt. Retirement homes and communities come in every shape, size, and budget you [...]
As the gateway to your home’s outdoor living space, patio doors provide beautiful, stylish transitions between your home and landscape. Choosing and installing a patio door is no simple task, but these five pointers can help any homeowner complete the process successfully. 1. Choose a style that fits your home Patio doors come in [...]
Do you know what the envelope of your home is? Just as the name “envelope” implies it is the skin of your home that protects you from the outdoor elements. The envelope of your home includes: the roof, walls and windows. These three areas are the keys to waterproofing your home. If they are [...]
Make your next barbecue become a real summer blockbuster with these quick tips on how to get your grill in tip top shape. ~ Darren Hoffman Many believe that Memorial Day marks the arrival of summer, but for me it is firing up the grill! You may have all of your secret spices and [...]
If you’re among the 68 percent of adults, as reported by OnePoll, who feel daunted and uninspired about the prospect of spring cleaning, you may want to consider the positive mental aspects of meeting the task head-on. Psychology Today reports on the negative impact clutter can have on our mind and bodies, and the long-term [...]
