Celebrating Home Ownership

Celebrating Home Ownership

It’s no secret that achieving homeownership is becoming harder in recent years. With increased interestrates for borrowing, fewer homes on the market, and inflation driving up costs on construction, fulfillingthe dream of owning a home seems to slip further away. That...
National Window Safety Week

National Window Safety Week

Windows are a fantastic element of a house. They let in natural light while keeping the wind, rain, heat,and cold outside. Did you know that in early houses, the windows were just open spaces along thewalls? While they provided necessary ventilation, they were...
Outfitting the Perfect Mudroom

Outfitting the Perfect Mudroom

Spring is coming to Wisconsin and that means “mud season” will soon be upon us. But if you own ahome, you probably have realized that mud season happens year-round. Whether it’s snow, rain, or justdirt from your own backyard, you are tracking it in the...
Winter Storm Safety in Your Wisconsin Home

Winter Storm Safety in Your Wisconsin Home

While snow is beautiful, blizzards are not so much fun. But do you know the difference between awinter storm and a blizzard? There are multiple terms that the weather service uses to describe andwarn everyone about winter storms. We want you to stay safe in your new...
Winter Fire Safety in Your Wisconsin Home

Winter Fire Safety in Your Wisconsin Home

When the cold Midwest winds blow outside, the heating equipment in our Wisconsin homes goes towork to keep us warm. But commonplace activities during the winter months also usher in numerousfire hazards in the home. Here are a few reminders and tips to help you...
Preparing the House for Interior Painting

Preparing the House for Interior Painting

You are ready to give your home’s interior a makeover with a new coat of paint. In our previous articles, we have helped you with the initial planning stage, paint color, quality, and sheen selection. So, at this point you are ready to start painting, right? There’s...