School has ended, kids have become bored…already, and parents are counting down days until the start of school. Vacations have come and gone even though laundry remains, and pictures haven’t been downloaded. The second or third trip to the beach is on the horizon as Spring comes to a close. Astronomically speaking, however, Summer doesn’t officially arrive until next week (June 21). Before the longest day of the year dawns, look around your home and tend to these projects. ...

Technology permeates nearly every industry around us. While software, mobile apps, and cloud hosting assist workers today, other technological advances continue to expand in use. Over the past several years, drones have seen enormous growth in the construction industry. ...

Has your Spring cleaning hit a wall? Are you tired of all the washing and scrubbing? Move on to a few more home maintenance chores that need to be tended to before the hot days of Summer arrive. Between toilet cleaning and power washing, work in a few of these simple projects. ...

As a senior adult or the child of an aging parent, housing considerations factor into a family’s long-term care and provision. Whether living independently or under your child’s roof, protecting yourself from falls becomes a growing challenge as the years pass. Since the senior’s safety is vital to sustained independence, let us look at a variety of home modifications that can provide a safer environment. These small, medium, and large adjustments may prevent further complications down the road....

Ah, it’s almost time to start pulling those weeds from the flower beds and hauling in the mulch. Chances are good that a shovel is not going to be your only resourceful tool. You are going to need something to increase your efficiency and reduce your actual physical labor. In rolls a wheelbarrow or a garden cart. Let us look at some helpful tips on selecting your next indispensable garden tool....

Are you ready to freshen up those walls or change the color of your exterior trim? If so, you will need the correct supplies to spread your paint. While choosing a paintbrush can be as daunting a task as selecting toothpaste, consider these characteristics when determining the right brush for your project....