Sometimes it’s the little things that make mealtime fun. Like these kitchen gadgets you never knew you needed – but will never want to be without. Good Housekeeping offers 43 cool items you will absolutely love. Our favorite? The Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner, a must-have that easily steam-cleans your microwave oven Read More...
Resolved to Organize? Here’s How.
With the pandemic keeping kids and parents stuck at home, things around the house may have become a bit messy. Maybe you made a New Year’s resolution to get things organized. If you’re having trouble with your motivation, here’s help. Larissa Runkle offers 6 Ridiculously Easy Organizing Resolutions You Can Actually Stick to This Year Read More...
Winter Weatherizing: Do It Now
You may not think about the benefits of weatherizing until a cold draft is blowing through your windows, or your heating bill suddenly shoots sky high. But, by then, it’s too late. This is the time to prepare your home to stay warm and cozy. The Easy Winter Preparation Checklist for Your Home, published by The Spruce, can help Read More...
The Right Pet for Your Home
For many families, COVID has created the right conditions for welcoming a pet into the home. Online work and learning mean someone’s always around to play with and care for a new addition. A furry friend can also alleviate isolation and boredom. Before adopting, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) suggests giving some thought to choosing a furball that works for your space and your lifestyle Read More...
The Perfect Home Gym
If you’re the type who enjoys working out, today’s stay-at-home reality may have you missing your gym or yoga studio. Now’s a great time to plan to transform a spare room or basement into your own private workout space. Houzz Contributor Laura Gaskill shows you how, with 10 ideas to give your space (and you) a jolt of inspiration Read More...
8 Winter Black-Thumb Mistakes
It would seem that keeping plants flourishing indoors over the winter should be easy. After all, you don’t need to contend with rain, drought, deer pillaging and other outdoor challenges. So, why do so many people have trouble keeping their indoor plants healthy? This article from Realtor Read More...
Paying Too Much for Homeowners Insurance?
Homeowner’s insurance is a necessity, but understanding coverages and costs is not always easy. That’s why it’s hard to really know if you’re paying too much. A recent article in the Philadelphia Inquirer highlighted Delaware Valley Consumers’ Checkbook, is a local nonprofit consumer group that can help you feel more confident in the price you pay Read More...
7 Ways to Prepare for a Fire
It’s fireplace and woodstove season – and there’s no better time to be sure your family is prepared in the event of a home fire. The American Red Cross offers 7 Ways to Prepare for a Home Fire, starting with installing the right number of smoke alarms. They suggest teaching children what a smoke alarm sounds like, and what to do when they hear one Read More...
Would You Consider an Open Bathroom?
Sal Paone Builders is always happy to work with our community home buyers to customize floor plans and amenities. We also love the opportunity to build a completely custom home. But, one thing we’ve never been asked to do is build an open bathroom -- meaning a loo without doors. One local real estate investor in West Philadelphia is marketing such a home, inspired by several luxury hotels around the world Read More...