Besides mowing lawns, weeding gardens, and fertilizing your soils, there are some other Home Maintenance items that should be on your radar this time of year.

Here are some items that we don't always think about right now, but are going to need attention, so we need to maintain them!

Clean out the grill and wipe it down

Regular maintenance [...]

Curb Appeal Doesn't Wait for Perfect Weather

Spring in the Upper Valley is a bit... moody. One day it's 60 and sunny and the next you're dreading snow in the forecast. Our best advice? Hold out for sun and start getting your yard into shape now—especially if selling your home is on your radar this year. Here's how to make the most of these [...]

Handyman Seeks Attractive Paint Colors in Listed Properties

With 40+ years in the painting industry, I've learned a thing or two!

Consider these style choices when painting your home:

Color Psychology: Different hues evoke distinct emotions. Blues and greens create calming spaces for bedrooms, while yellows and oranges energize living [...]

New England winters can be tough. If your heat source fails, your home could freeze in as little as 6–8 hours. Here's how to prevent a freeze-up:

Generators

The best investment one can make in the name of prevention is a generator. Standby generators and backup generators are widely used across New England homes. Automatic standby [...]

Understanding the diverse architectural styles in home design offers valuable insight for buyers looking at houses for sale in Hanover, NH. Each style reflects distinct historical influences, practical needs, and aesthetic preferences. This guide explores some of the most popular architectural styles in the U.S., helping potential [...]

Maintaining a property is key to preserving its value and keeping it market-ready, especially in desirable areas like Hanover, NH. An annual home maintenance checklist helps homeowners identify issues early and resolve them before they escalate. This comprehensive guide covers essential steps to ensure your home remains in top shape and [...]

Improving indoor air quality is more than a matter of comfort—it's a vital step in protecting health and enhancing well-being. Contaminants such as dust, pollen, mold, and harmful chemicals can accumulate in your home, leading to respiratory issues and other health problems. Fortunately, there are several effective ways to enhance the air [...]

Purchasing real estate is a significant decision, and understanding the difference between buying a second home and an investment property is crucial to making the right choice. While both types of properties offer unique advantages, they serve different purposes. A second home is typically a retreat for personal use, offering a lifestyle [...]

Avoid snow snafus this season and prepare ahead of time.

Lawn care

Take the leaves you've spent all Autumn raking and put them to good use! Mulched leaves make excellent covering for all garden beds.

Foggs Hardware in Norwich, VT sells Winter Shrub Covers for tree saplings and shrubs if you choose to protect them. Of course, you can also [...]

Lawn Care

Pruning- You'll find that cutting back is the key to revitalized gardens in the Spring because pruning staves off molding and diseases. If you have a wide range of perennials & shrubs in your yard, it can be hard to decipher which need to be trimmed in the Spring versus the Fall. We've included a full guide to pruning for the [...]