Planning an outside project? Call 811 before you dig!
Do you dig gardening? Perhaps your spring and summer “To Do” list includes installing a fence or building a shed. As you begin to put...
Is buying a fixer upper right for you?
Is buying a fixer upper house right for you? It’s no secret that you can get more house for your dollar in Grays Harbor than nearly...
Building officials can be a great resource
It’s been ages since we’ve talked about the importance of building inspectors. So today is the day! And you can’t talk about building...
Heat pump offers numerous benefits
Heat pumps. They are something we’ve mentioned a lot over the years. In particular, we’ve mentioned the ductless heat pump the last few...
Safety tips for smoke alarms and manufactured homes
Did you know that even if they “test” well each month, you should replace each smoke alarm in your home after it is 10 years old? Yes,...
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...
Beautifying your deck for summer
Decks in our coastal climate need frequent attention and care. A few weeks ago we talked about the importance of deck safety – ensuring...
Don't entertain disaster on your deck
Last weekend’s weather was amazing. We can hardly remember a Mother’s Day weekend so warm and beautiful. Many of us spent the day outside...
Avoid planting willow, alder or maple trees near power lines
We like to think – and encourage – safety first when it comes to any home repair. Last week we talked a lot about safely using ladders...