Category: DIY

5 tips to make holiday entertaining easier

(BPT) - Looking forward to the holidays? This time of year provides plenty of opportunities for fun gatherings, but even if you love entertaining, it can also bring some stress. The good news is, you can help everything go more smoothly by planning ahe...

7 tips for boosting indoor air quality

(BPT) - The arrival of autumn is a good time for homeowners to replace batteries in their smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. And as winter approaches, it’s also a good time to make sure that a home’s heating comfort system is in go...

4 ways to protect your holiday packages

(BPT) - A recent survey conducted by Chamberlain Group found that 69% of homeowners worry about their package deliveries going missing during the holidays, adding to the stress they feel this time of year. Adding to the already hectic holiday season, t...

Pre-season prep: 5 tips for winterizing your home

(BPT) - Changing leaves and dropping temperatures are tell-tale signs that it’s time to prepare your home for winter and the best time to prepare your home is now before the frigid weather arrives. Winterizing your home can help save on energy bi...

Curate home design through self-expression

(BPT) - Life and style are very much connected. From the way an outfit comes together with the quality of the fabric and the cut of the garment, to the ingredients used in a delectable meal, to the pieces that form an alluring home design — these...

Wildfire Resilience: Manage and Mitigate Your Risks [Video]

Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) - There are currently 75 large fires burning through the U.S. right now, with 4.5 million U.S. homes identified as being at high or extreme risk of wildfire exposure. If you live in a wildfire danger zone, the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) urges you to …

A rental property remodel done right

(BPT) - When it comes to upgrades and functional design, a rental property is often a space that’s left on the backburner. Whether it’s prepping for new tenants or simply giving a space a quick face lift, these projects can sometimes become...

5 tips to improve fire safety around your home

(BPT) - Take advantage of National Fire Prevention MonthDid you know you and your family might only have two minutes to escape from a fire in your home? Because fires can start and spread quickly, it’s important to take steps to prevent fires fro...

5 outdoor upgrades that add value to a home

(BPT) - When it comes to adding value to a home, think outside the box. According to the 2022 Cost vs. Value Report from Remodeling magazine, nine of the top 10 home improvement projects proven to deliver the highest return on investment (ROI) at resal...