Reduce Pet Relocation Stress Moving is always going to be stressful for your pet. There are many ways that you can help your pet to cope with the change in environment. Before You Move Make sure your pet is healthy. A healthy animal will be able to cope with change much better. A trip to the vet to ensure vaccinations are up to date and your pet is fit and strong is a great idea. If you will be traveling a considerable distance More...

Moving? Fun? Not many people would put those two words in the same sentence, but the truth is they should - especially when children are involved. After all, despite the chaos and frustration that moving brings, there's also an underlying current of excitement. For parents, that excitement presents a wonderful opportunity.When we give children the tools they need to successfully handle a move, we show them how to view change in a positive light. "Moving gives children an opportunity to More »

Here are a few things you can do to keep your home and garden in tip-top shape this Winter:   Move furniture around to change the foot traffic areas in rooms helping save wear and tear on carpets. Have your heating and cooling systems professionally inspected.  Refer to our section “Caring for Your Home” Test, clean and replace batteries in smoke detectors. Lubricate interior door hinges. More...

Here are a few things you can do to keep your home and garden in tip-top shape this autumn: Plant new lawn and fertilize. If you live in a climate with below freezing temperatures, remove your garden hose from the outside faucet to prevent water from freezing in the line and bursting your pipes. Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer. Have a certified chimney sweep inspect and clean the More...

Here are a few things you can do to keep your home and garden in tip-top shape this summer: If you live in a multi-level home, adjust the vents to evenly cool it. Partially close the vents on the lower level so more cool air will be directed to the upper level. Inspect and repaint French doors and wood doors. Drain your water heater to remove sediment. Clean wood-burning fireplaces. Have your carpets professionally More...

Here are a few things you can do to keep your home and garden in tip-top shape this spring: Clean your gutters and down spouts. Inspect exterior paint. Repaint if necessary, using the same color. If your home has a wood exterior, expect to repaint every two to four years. (You'll need to repaint more frequently if the walls receive direct sunlight in the morning and mid-afternoon.) Check driveways and walks for frost damage. More...