What is the reigning kitchen counter material today? If you’re ready to replace your kitchen counters, the quick answer is, quartz is king. The more useful takeaway for you, however, should be that quartz is only one of many high-quality, interesting materials you can choose from. And more is always …

You’ve moved into a new home and already you’re bursting at the seams. You’ve discovered what most homeowners eventually learn: it doesn’t take long to fill every available space in a home. When that happens, and an addition is not in the budget, you do have another option. Convert …

Buying major kitchen appliances can be almost as overwhelming as buying a new car. There are so many choices, and an ever-evolving stream of new features and technology. Here are five tips that can help your decision-making when you’re ready to shop for new kitchen appliances, along with some …

New Homeowner Tips and Resources

Wouldn’t it be great if homeownership came with a manual? Or at least a cheat sheet? These tips and resources can help. You'll find help with what you need to do first, when and how to do home maintenance tasks you may have never …

Your home is likely your biggest investment and keeping it maintained is one of the best ways to help protect that investment. When you stay on top of home maintenance, it can also help:

• Keep home systems and appliances working safely and efficiently.  
• Save on utility bills. Did you …

Replacing old windows with new energy-efficient models is a great way to help reduce energy loss and keep your home comfortable all year. But new windows aren’t always an option. New windows may not be in your budget right now, or you may have a historic home, where replacement …