Wintertime can be tough on outdoor spaces. If you’re new to homeownership (or a first-time summer gardener), you’ll need a plan to protect your lawn, garden, tools, and outdoor spaces. A few simple tasks completed in the fall will help you be ready for when spring arrives.
Read MoreHow To Prevent Ice Dams During the Winter

To prevent leaks and roof collapses during the winter, you must take measures to avoid ice dams. Ice dams refer to barriers of ice that form at the edge of a roof and prevent water from flowing off. As a result, the water from rain or melted snow will pool in the center of the roof and potentially seep through or cause the roof to collapse under the pressure. This may sound scary, but there’s no need to worry. Simply follow this guide on how to prevent ice dams during the winter, and your roof will stay safe and sound throughout the colder months of the year.
Read MoreTop Things to Do to Keep Your Lawn Looking Beautiful During Winter
If you’re a keen gardener, or getting ready to sell your property, you likely spend hours in your yard each week taking care of both new and established plants. However, if you really want the outdoor areas of your home to shine, it’s important to maintain your lawn year round as well as during the cold months.
Care for your lawn does not need to be complicated. It does require you to give it attention on a regular basis. Read on for some of the main things you need to focus Read More
Simple Home Maintenance Tips to Get You and Your Home Ready for Winter
Winter is upon us and our homes take a beating during this time of year. Especially in cold weather areas. To get your home ready for winter, there are tasks that you can perform to make sure your home is operating properly, efficiently and is safe for the entire family. Read More
How to Keep Your Fireplace in Tip-Top Shape This Winter
Nothing beats relaxing and reading a book by the fireside. But before you snuggle up and enjoy the comforting crackle of a fire this winter, make sure your fireplace is safe.
Four out of five fire-related deaths occur in the home. What’s more, 33 percent of house fires are caused by unkempt fireplaces and chimneys. That’s why it’s vital to make sure your chimney is clear and that you properly tend to your fireplace — your family’s safety depends on it. Nothing is worse than a home that is expected to be cozy but instead is on fire because of the lack of care of the home. Home maintenance is key to keeping a home safe, healthy and efficient for the entire family.
In this article, Elizabeth Dodson, cofounder of HomeZada, discusses the importance of maintaining a fireplace and provides tips you can use to make sure your fireplace is safe this winter. We hope you have a cozy and delightful winter.


