With summer in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about leaving home for a long vacation! Leaving your home shouldn’t be a nerve-wracking experience. With smart home devices becoming more and more advanced and intelligent, you can keep an eye on your home and not...
8 HVAC Tips You Need to Know
As the weather gets warmer in the Chicago area, turning your HVAC system from heating to cooling requires it to work in new ways to keep the temperature in your home comfortable. Instead of keeping out the blustery cold of winter, it now has to work to reduce the...
Top Apps to Help You Take a Home Inventory
Regardless of the size of your home, or if you live in an apartment, taking an inventory of your assets and keeping track of the items in your home is an important step to keeping your property in order. While the process can seem tedious, taking the time to catalog...
What’s the Difference Between a Plumber and a Restoration Contractor?
As a homeowner, chances are you have, or will in the future, run into an issue that requires a professional plumber or restoration contractor. While no one wants to need these services, it is important to know which professional to call to help with your home repairs...
Selling a Vacant Home vs. an Occupied House – Which is Easier?
Selling homes is not an easy task. Each property comes with its own set of challenges from difficult sellers, picky buyers, and then there’s the property itself. Dealing with an occupied property is different than dealing with a vacant property. Selling each requires...
Grill Safety 101: Fire Prevention
Once the weather starts to heat up, most people are ready to break out the grills and start spending more time outside. Picnics and backyard barbecues become a frequent event in many households across the US, and, while July is typically known as the height of...