Author: Jane Corby

Everyone has a dream kitchen, right? Some people want it to be big with a freestanding range cooker. Others want a cozy little nook with a breakfast bar. It all comes down to personal preference, of course – and other things. The size of your kitchen space and budget are key factors. Of course, there are some styles that will not be affected by this. Creating a minimalistic kitchen, for instance, is not limited to large spaces or tiny rooms. This style is used in all kinds of homes, by all types of people.  So, if you want to achieve…

You know what I see a lot in my work? Families standing in their parents’ old house, looking around like they’ve just inherited a time capsule. And they have, really. I’ve been writing about homes for 15 years now. Celebrity homes, family homes, homes that cost more than small countries. But the stories that stick with me? They’re the ones about families trying to figure out what to do with grandma’s 1970s ranch or dad’s split-level from 1985. These homes have good bones. They have memories baked into the walls. But they don’t work anymore. Not for how we live…

Look, I’ve been in the roofing business for over a decade now. I’ve seen homeowners get burned, I’ve seen perfect jobs, and I’ve seen everything in between. Here’s what I want you to understand right from the start: your roof is probably the most expensive part of your house to replace. We’re talking $10,000, $15,000, sometimes $30,000 depending on your home. And yet, I watch people spend more time researching a $500 phone than they do vetting the person who’s going to be responsible for keeping water out of their house. This isn’t a sales pitch. I’m not here to…

Okay so you’re sitting in your house right now and you’re thinking about what happens when the next big storm rolls through, or maybe you’re just tired of watching your energy bills climb every single month, weather-ready renovations aren’t just about surviving hurricanes or blizzards, they’re about making your house work better for you year-round, and honestly a lot of people skip over this stuff until something goes wrong. I’ve been writing about homes for over fifteen years now and i can tell you the houses that hold up best, the ones that don’t cost a fortune to heat and…

Okay so I’ve been noticing something lately. The 90s are back, and I mean really back. Not just in fashion or music, but in how people are decorating their homes. And honestly? I’m kind of here for it. If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s, you probably remember those cozy living rooms with oak everything, floral couches, and those entertainment centers that took up entire walls. Back then, homes felt warm. They felt lived in. There was this softness to everything that we sort of lost when we all went minimalist and gray. Now don’t get me…

Roofing companies work hard to stay visible in crowded markets, and clear visibility helps attract steady projects. Many roofing teams already deliver strong craftsmanship, so an article that explains how smart advertising lifts that strength gives owners a practical edge. Clear guidance helps decision makers see how targeted online promotion builds trust and steady inquiries. Well-managed digital campaigns give roofing companies a powerful lift. When a roofer uses Google Ads services for roofers, it helps the company reach the exact homeowners who need dependable roofing help. This approach raises interest at the right moment and supports steady revenue. It also…

So here’s the thing. You know those moments when you suddenly realize you’ve got 48 hours before you’re heading out the door for a trip? Maybe it’s a last-minute flight deal you couldn’t pass up, or your boss just approved that vacation request you filed three months ago. Whatever it is, you’re leaving. Soon. And then it hits you – your house isn’t ready. I’ve been there more times than I want to admit. Once I literally remembered I hadn’t turned off the water to the washing machine while I was sitting at the airport gate. Not fun. So over…

Living near the coast comes with perks. Ocean views, beach walks, that salty breeze. But your plumbing system? It’s dealing with a whole different reality. If you’re in a coastal home, your backflow device and plumbing lines are taking hits you probably don’t even see. Salt air, moisture, storms, sandy soil—they’re all working against your system. Some of it happens fast. Some of it’s slow and quiet. Let’s talk about what’s really happening to your plumbing when you live by the water. Understanding Your Backflow Device and Why It Matters Your backflow preventer is that thing sitting outside, usually mounted…

I’ve walked through a lot of kitchens over the years. Beautiful ones, expensive ones, kitchens that look like they belong in magazines. And you know what I’ve noticed? Some of the prettiest materials are absolute nightmares to maintain. Homeowners tell me the same story over and over. They fell in love with a material during the renovation, installed it, and six months later they’re scrubbing, sealing, or just plain regretting it. The kitchen looked amazing on installation day. Now it’s a chore. Here’s the thing—I’m not saying these materials are bad. They’re not. But if you value your time and…

Okay so water just got into your home. Maybe a pipe burst, maybe your washing machine decided today was the day maybe heavy rain found a way in through the basement. Doesn’t really matter how it happened right now. What matters is what you do next. Because here’s the thing: water doesn’t wait around for you to figure things out, it spreads, it soaks , it seeps into places you can’t even see and the longer it sits the worse everything gets. We’re talking mold structural damage ruined belongings insurance headaches. So yeah the first 24 hours are critical. Actually…