Month: February 2019
Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these … READ MORE How to Replace Your Thermostat, Part One: Choo...
(BPT) - Nearly 70 percent of homeowners spend more time outside after completing a landscaping project, according to a 2018 Houzz survey. While this is not a new trend, upgrading the backyard and the curb appeal of a home continues to be a smart invest...
When a major home appliance breaks down, you need to act quickly to either repair or replace it, especially when it’s an absolutely essential piece of equipment like a furnace … READ MORE Should You Repair or Replace Your Home’s Appliances?...
One of the simplest measures you can take to save energy around your home is turning the lights off when you aren’t using them. If you are wondering why you … READ MORE Saving Energy by Turning Off Lights The post Saving Energy by Turning Off Lig...
(BPT) - With busy schedules and on-the-go lifestyles, outdoor living spaces offer a chance to decompress, enjoy nature and connect with friends and family. Thanks to the impressive design and quality of today’s outdoor products, these spaces ofte...
Jennifer McMurray from Bachelorette Pad Flip saw a lot of potential to transform her garage into a rentable space. Looking through The Home Depot, Jenn found the perfect set of hardware to inspire and convert a garage into an apartment. Read the blog to learn more about the project From Garage to AirBnB: Convert a... The …
Most homeowners don’t think too much about their fuse boxes until they want to install an outlet, ceiling fan, or light fixture, or one of the fuses blows. While it’s … READ MORE Fuse Box & Circuit Breaker Safety Tips The post Fuse Box &...
(BPT) - Americans are holding onto their smartphones for longer than ever. Pricier smartphones have led consumers to wait an average of nearly three years before upgrading their device. Fortunately, smartphones today are so good, and so powerful, that ...
(BPT) - Outdoor living continues to grow in 2019 as homeowners dream of adding spaces that provide tranquility, connection and touches of nature. More than just a home enhancement, these spaces are meant to inspire people to set digital devices aside a...
Noisy neighbours and the entire disturbance can really take a toll on your peace of mind. You might want to have a peaceful night’s sleep or to work on an important project only to get distracted from your noisy surroundings. This is especially common when you are staying in urban areas where the city is buzzing …
(BPT) - Do you own an older home, and are you looking to make upgrades that matter? Strategic enhancements not only increase a property's resale value, but also its functionality.This is particularly important among young homebuyers. Sixty-eight percen...
Pinterest 100 Home Style Trends Each year, Pinterest releases the Pinterest 100, a list of the coming year’s top emerging trends in style, décor and more. This collection of what inspires people around the world (inspired by what people are searching for on Pinterest) ranges from vertical hanging gardens to bold patterned wallpaper. We’ve picked... The …
(BPT) - Managing work-life balance as a parent comes with challenges, and with busy schedules for both parents and children, disruptions at the last minute can really take a toll on a family's everyday routine. This is especially true when a child has ...
Jenica Parcell from A Slice of Style knew that there were a few spaces around her home that needed an update. Her living room and dining areas were the best spaces to start off with. With the help of a few affordable and stylish items from The Home Depot, Jenica made an impactful update to two... The …
Holiday lighting arrangements are great when setting the mood for the Christmas season, but they can also put your home at risk if you aren’t cautious about how you lay … READ MORE Safety Tips for Installing Your Indoor & Outdoor Christmas L...
If you want to decorate your house with festive holiday lights, or simply make the use of electric yard tools more convenient, an exterior electrical outlet is a very useful … READ MORE How to Install an Outdoor Outlet The post How to Install an ...
Easy, one-step quartz countertops can completely transform any room in your house. Holly and Brad Lauritzen from Our Faux Farmhouse were able to install a set of Silestone quartz countertops to coordinate with their laundry room and ultimately perfect their favorite room in the house. Read on to learn how you can work with The... The …
Adding bricked walls to the house, whether it’s on the exterior or interior, can completely change the look of a house. Mysha Bolen from Remington Avenue loves the look of exposed brick walls. After designing an entirely brick home, Mysha wanted to add brick accents to the kitchen using brick backsplash. Read to see how... The …
