Some purchases in life require a trial run before committing, whether it’s cars, mattresses, or lake properties. The latter is often one of the most significant investments you’ll make and while the appeal of a laid-back, lakeside life is enticing, …
Holes in drywall can be repaired fairly easily, with a minimal amount of equipment and work. Most homeowners can accomplish this with just a few tools. Drywall is also referred to as plasterboard, wallboard or sheetrock. Follow these steps in …
Energy efficiency upgrades can not only shrink your utility bill; they can also increase the value of your home. Homebuyers are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of energy-efficient homes. In fact, they’re often willing to pay more for homes …
Families everywhere are planning for the holiday season. If you own a lake home, it can be a beautiful Christmas getaway for you, your friends and your loved ones. Whether your family celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah or any other holiday, here are …
When considering purchasing a lake property, many potential buyers assume the lakefront is their best option. But for many buyers, there are other options to consider, specifically lake-view and lake-access properties. Lakefront property includes shoreline as part of the property, while …
No matter if a compost pile is hot and quick or cool and slow, when it is finished it is a completely new material. The volume of the original pile will have been reduced due to biochemical breakdown and the …
Located in East Tennessee on the upper Tennessee River, Fort Loudoun Lake stretches across 14,600 acres. The lake takes its name from the nearby site of a British fort built in 1756, which was named for Scotsman John Campbell, the fourth …
Say it’s the fifth day of temperatures over 98 degrees in South Carolina during a summer of record heat. Your air conditioning system has kept you cool through it all — until now. The unit is still spinning, but the …
Research has shown bodies of water, including lakes, seas and oceans and rivers, can have significant positive impacts on one’s physical, mental and spiritual well-being. These “blue spaces” as the article calls them, can reduce stress levels and increase feelings of happiness. …
Allergies are a horrible thing to deal with, especially when spring pollen comes into play. It can cause many symptoms from a runny nose to headaches and at times, fevers. Spring brings sunshine and flowers; however, it also brings misery …
