Posted by Jason Hardy // March 5, 2019
Nicor Natural Gas Winter Weather Tips EN ESPAÑOLThe safety of our customers and communities is our highest priority. That’s why at all times, including when severe winter weather events related to snow and ice occur, we strongly advise customers to adhere to the following guidelines associated with natural gas meter and appliance venting safety: Appliance […]
Posted by Caan Group // January 10, 2019
Get the Look: 3 Ideas for Turning Your Home Into a Winter Haven BY CHRIS STOUT-HAZARD Put that cabin fever to good use and try one of these iconic winter-proof looks. If your existing home isn’t what you dreamed it could be you need to contact Jason Hardy to help you find your dream home […]
Posted by Caan Group // June 27, 2018
Spectacular Solarium’s and Sun Rooms Let in the Light Summon the sun indoors with these gorgeous light-filled spaces. Sun rooms, solariums, skylights — oh my! While the terminology can be confusing, these rooms designed to offer indoor sunbathing have similar qualities and suit any type of home environment. If your climate doesn’t offer year-round sun, […]
Posted by Caan Group // June 21, 2018
7 Things About Demolition Day the Reality TV Shows Don’t Tell You Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Binge-watching HGTV can make a home renovation seem so simple—and almost fun. The best part? Demolition day, where you get to slam a sledgehammer into drywall and feel like the Hulk. Bam! Pow! You’ve gained 6 pounds of muscle and torn […]
Posted by Caan Group // June 14, 2018
6 Home Maintenance Chores We All Forget: How Many Did You Miss? georgeclerk/iStock If you’re like most people, your home maintenance to-do list is so long, plenty of chores regularly fall off it and into the abyss, never to be remembered. With so much house and so little time, that’s understandable. Hey, you’re only human! […]
Posted by Jason Hardy // June 6, 2018
8 Ways to Incorporate Your Passions Into Your Home Decor Surrounding yourself with reminders of your hobbies and interests makes any space more meaningful. Your home reflects who you are, and you’re way more than a selection of tasteful paint and furniture. Why not celebrate your passions by incorporating them into your decorating? When your […]
Posted by Caan Group // May 31, 2018
10 Ideas to Steal from English Cottage Gardens The best cottage gardens look like they planted themselves. They didn’t, of course. But the design principles they follow are simple. The English invented the cottage garden, probably in the 1400s when even the humblest plots of land were pressed into service to produce food for families. […]
Posted by Caan Group // May 22, 2018
Why You Should Never Put Grease Down the Drain—and the Unbelievably Gross Thing That Happens When You Do You just finished making a double batch of bacon for Sunday brunch. Your kitchen’s a mess, but it’s a beautiful day outside, and you’re eager to get moving. Sure, you could carefully transfer the leftover hot grease […]
Posted by Caan Group // April 25, 2018
4 Ways to Erase Ugly Scratches From Wood Floors Get your crayons out for the coolest solution of all. Dogs chase kids, pans drop, chairs scrape, and soon you must repair wood floors and erase scratches that make a mess of your red oak or Brazilian cherry. A professional floor refinisher will charge $2 to […]
Posted by Jason Hardy // April 11, 2018
Make an Offer Like a Boss These 10 money- and time-saving steps can help you craft a winning bid. Ah, the offer! Know Your Limits | Learn to Speak “Contract” | Set Your Price | Figure Out Your Down Payment | Make an Earnest Money Deposit | Review Contingency Plans | Read the Fine Print | Make a Date to Settle | Write a Fan Letter to the Seller | Brace Yourself for […]