Category: Home & Lifestyle

Stress is an everyday occurrence, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Without at least some stress, you’re not being sufficiently challenged. And without challenges to overcome, growth is inhibited. Still, just like most things in life, two much stress can be harmful to your physical and mental health. So, the trick isn’t to get… Continue reading Breathing Techniques that Help Relieve Stress

We all have a few tricks up our sleeves when it comes HVAC systems heating  to saving money. Perhaps you’re a seasoned coupon clipper who can shave hundreds off your monthly grocery bill with one hand tied behind your back. Or maybe you’re a DIY pro and can fix common homeowner woes others might need… Continue reading How to Reduce Energy Consumption and Costs

There’s a saying in business and, for that matter, life Five Pros in general: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” From our experience, the truth is somewhere in the middle where it’s usually found. As in, yes, you want someone who is familiar to you and you to them. But you also… Continue reading Five Pros You Ought to Know

During the novel coronavirus pandemic of Spring 2020, lots of people water bill kept journals of their sheltering in place experiences. Were you one of them? If so, were some of your entries about spending more time with your kids and how that impacted your sensibilities? Or maybe you wrote about cooking adventures, binge watching… Continue reading Is Your Water Bill Too High?

Good health leads the list of all life concerns as was clearly evidenced by the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 (still in progress as this blog is being written). It’s the kind of event that gives you pause to wonder if you are taking all the right precautions, or just enough to squeak by? Pandemics come… Continue reading How to Prevent Viruses and the Flu

Ah, nothing quite like the taste and feel of Water Benefits  a nice cold glass of water. Or is there? Well, maybe not in terms of refreshment, but there are multiple health benefits of making warm water part of your daily diet. Let’s examine a few of them. Aid to Digestion Start your day off… Continue reading Why You Should Drink Warm Water

Some home upgrades improve the looks, functionality, and comfort of your home. Others take it one step further and can transform the health of your home. If you think about the time you typically spend indoors, doesn’t it make sense to be surrounded by furnishings and materials that are better for both the environment and… Continue reading Healthy Home Upgrades

No other source of heat offers the kind of special warmth and ambiance you get from a wood-burning fireplace. It can instantly make your home feel more welcoming, add a touch of architectural interest, and set a subdued mood for a quiet family evening or special gathering – and all while melting the cold away.… Continue reading 8 Ways to Maintain Fireplace Safety

While there are numerous opportunities to use a space heater, ultimately there’s just one reason: to generate heat. Maybe you need more in one area of your house or you want at least some heat in your garage to prevent pipes from freezing – just as two quick examples. But like with most other sides,… Continue reading Space Heater Do’s and Don’ts

What tickles your funny bone, especially during the holiday season? Cherished memories of things that didn’t quite go according to plan? You know the kind…not so funny in the moment, but hilarious down the road. Pulling a fire-y turkey from the oven might be one such memory. Or falling and twisting an ankle while working… Continue reading Thanksgiving Safety Tips