Northern Poconos Real Estate News
If you have a basement, whether finished or unfinished, you’ll likely encounter problems at some point. Basements are notorious for water-related issues that can affect the condition of the house, damage the basement’s contents and even affect residents’ health.
Problems Caused by Excessive HumidityHumidity is a frequent source of major problems in a basement. Moisture can accumulate in an area that is poorly ventilated and can lead to mold and mildew. Those issues can result in poor air qualit...
Small renovation projects can instantly take your home to the next level when trying to sell. Take some time on the weekend to accomplish these mini renovations that can be done in just a few hours. Your space will wow potential buyers in no time!
As easy as it is to get comfortable with the little annoyances, like a creaky door, they will stand out immediately to buyers and suggest that you might not be maintaining the house well in other areas, too. These simple projects can be done in no tim...
Your kitchen floor gets a lot of wear and tear. It takes a beating from everything from shoes to spills. So what are the best and worst flooring materials for your kitchen? If you're moving into a new home or thinking of redesigning your current kitchen, here are a few things to consider.
Laminate: popular and durable
This may be the most popular type of flooring today, not just for the kitchen but throughout the house. Laminate has the look of hardwood but is much more durable. It is also easy...
The roar of lawn mowers is a harbinger of spring in many neighborhoods, and if you have a yard, you probably spend part of your weekends mowing your lawn. Maintaining a lawn can be expensive too. You can mow your lawn yourself to save money, but there is still the cost of supplies, such as a mower, water, and fertilizer. Taking care of your lawn can also negatively impact the environment. Water runoff can contaminate waterways, and exhaust from gas-powered lawn tools can pollute the air.
If you...
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, industry observers saw the real estate market moving toward smaller homes and predicted the demise of sprawling McMansions and large luxury properties. So much has changed since then.
Now many families need wide-open spaces indoors and out. Whether you have downsized and have regrets, or you have been trying to make do in a small starter home, the time has come to rethink your space—more square footage might better serve you and your family. Here are some of the mo...
There are plenty of desirable features in an old home, such as original hardwood floors, antique cabinetry, and gorgeous molding, but maintaining these features or restoring them to their original glory can be a challenge. Luckily, there are plenty of tips and tricks to keeping your old home’s best points looking like new.
Original Hardwood Floors
Keep older wood in tip-top shape by filling in scratches and dents with stain or marker, and then buffing the floors with a fine-grit sander or polis...
The fall often brings cozy decor, tasty food, and fun celebrations into your home—but it can also be a time for tracking in wet leaves, mud, and other markers of the changing weather. Keeping up with maintenance in your mudroom or entryway is of the utmost importance to prevent any potential damage to your interior.
If you don’t already have a dedicated mudroom, you can still reap the benefits of upgrading your entryway for the season ahead.
Wipe your feet
The top reason why outside elemen...
