Posts with tag 'home improvements'

Allow me to set the scene: I am home alone, on my day off, doing some cleaning. It's the end of the day, with the sun hanging on for maybe another thirty minutes or so, and I decide to start a load of laundry. It's a bit windy outside, but nothing too wild or crazy. No rain, no thunder.

I head downstairs into the basement to start my laundry, and as I'm filling the washing machine, the lightbulb in the lamp above my head starts to flicker. I think to myself, I really hope that bulb doesn't go out; I don't think I have any extras. But, I am not too worried about it, as the light that illuminates the rest of the basement is just fine—or so I think.

As I'm loading the last part of my laundry into the washing machine, everything suddenly goes dark. I...

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Spring in New Hampshire has a way of revealing exactly what another brutal winter has done to your home—and your roof often bears the worst of it. Whether you are preparing to sell or simply protecting your investment, our real estate agents understand how roofing decisions can directly affect your property's market value and buyer appeal across the Granite State.

Why Spring Is the Right Time to Assess Your Roof in New Hampshire

New Hampshire winters are relentless. Freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and ice d...

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The first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, paved the way for a movement that is still going strong, uniting people around the globe to take action to protect our planet.

Celebrated on April 22 each year, Earth Day prompts us to think globally but act locally, making sustainable, eco-friendly choices in our daily lives at home and in our communities. When practiced nationwide or worldwide, small changes can add up to significant benefits.

Most of the choices you can make are easy to implement but have a big impact. Taking these small steps helps reduce your carbon footprint and may even save you...

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Town Meeting Day happened recently, so I heard lots of chatter from folks in the town I reside in, work in, and the others that surround both of those places. I will admit—a bit sheepishly—that I was not well-informed on what was up for vote in my town, but I made a vow to prioritize being educated on it for next year. However, I heard from a friend of mine who lives in the town over that they were voting on some sort of zoning amendment regarding regulations around what could be left out and visible in landowners' yards.

I have to say, I was a bit surprised by this. In the land of Live Free or Die, I kind of just always figured you could keep whatever you wanted in your yard, within reason of course. I suppose the whole "within reason" part is why ord...

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If you're dreaming of a kitchen makeover but you're on a budget, there are ways to upgrade without breaking the bank. With the right planning, materials, and some creativity, you can update your kitchen to something beautiful and fresh without spending too much.

1. Painting walls and cabinets in modern shades. One of the most affordable ways to easily upgrade your kitchen is to focus on painting the walls in light, airy, and neutral shades. The same is true of cabinets. When you turn them either white, sage, or navy, it can provide a fresh aesthetic that opens up the space or lends a more sophisticated look.
   
   
2. Tweak hardware with sleeker details. Another simple...

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