Autumn 'To Do' list will help prepare home for winter
The yellow, orange and red leaves are the signal to begin your fall home maintenance chores. This is the season to put away the...
Pay attention to windows to prepare house for autumn
Have you put away your summer toys and barbecue yet? We may still have some nice days ahead, so it may be a little early for that, but it...
Time for a gutter inspection
After a long, dry, gorgeous summer here, this week’s rain brought us back to the reality that fall is on its way. And as every...
Suspicious activity is worth a call to 911
When should you call 911? Most people know to call this emergency number when a house is on fire; a violent fight has broken out, and...
Simple ways to make your home uninviting to burglars
Do you want to make your house less attractive to criminals? Today we have a list of tips to help you do just that. But first, we want to...
Preventing crimes of opportunity at your home
Mold, mildew, flood water, fires and pests are the kinds of home “intruders” that we often talk about in this housing column. However,...
Housing trends vary around the Harbor, but numbers are good
Have you noticed lots of “For Sale” signs in front of houses around here? If so, our guess is that you have also seen many “Sold” signs....
Want to buy a house on Grays Harbor? You're not alone!
House sales in our county have remained strong through the first half of the year with Grays Harbor County a clear seller’s market for...
Fresh paint combats bugs, mold and mildew
Ahh, the long, sunny days of summer! Just as the summer weather is perfect for outdoor activities, freedom and vacations; it’s also the...
Proper preparation is key to look, longevity of paint job
Most folks aren’t thrilled at the prospect of painting their house. But typically it’s the tedious prep work before painting that is the...