Winter Energy Efficiency Tips

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We often think about energy efficiency in the summer — primarily because air conditioning is quite expensive when the temperature reaches triple digits during the hottest months of the year. Some folks, however, may overlook the importance of using energy efficiency tips during the winter months to reduce utility costs. There are easy ways to [...]

How to Prepare Your Home Plumbing for the Winter

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Winters in Nevada County can sometimes be harsh, and if you don’t prepare your house before the freeze warnings arrive, you could find yourself faced with a number of unwanted plumbing issues. Luckily, it’s relatively simple to prepare your home plumbing for winter using basic items that you can find at your local home improvement [...]

How to Prepare Your Home This Winter for a Successful Spring Sale

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If you are planning to sell your Nevada County home next spring, why not get a jumpstart during the fall /winter season so you have more time and less stress while preparing? We know that everyone gets busy during the holiday season, but there is some time to do little fixes between family visits and [...]

How to Winterize Your Sunroom

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If you have a sunroom, take advantage of all the light coming into your house and transform it into a winter-ready haven. After plenty of use from a busy summer and fall, early winter is the best time to give your room a deep cleaning and set it up for use in the coldest season. [...]

Say Hello to Mother Nature This Winter

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Many of our gardens have withered and turned barren for the season. The days are darker and we’ll be cuddling up indoors for the next couple months, but it’s essential to bring life and light indoors to help combat the winter blues. Research has shown that exercising your green thumb this month can help boost [...]

Winter Home Health Check-Up: Areas to Examine Now

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With the first of many fall storms tapering off, now is the ideal time to do a home health check-up to ensure your home is prepared for the rain and snow winter will bring. So, what are the three key areas of your home to examine and what do you look for? Do you focus mainly [...]

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