Holidays more than any other time of year, involve visits from relatives. Bathroom grab bars are one of the most important safety features for loved ones staying overnight. Grab bars are also pretty ugly. Fortunately there are new stylish grab bars that will enhance your bathrooms look and feel. So …
Home Safety Checklist
Some home maintenance tasks are obvious. When a lightbulb burns out, you've got to replace the lightbulb. But we forget about things like smoke alarms until one goes off or our heating and cooling system stops working. That's why we've created a home safety checklist to help you take proactive steps …
Blocking & We’re Not Talking Football
When you hear the word blocking, most Americans probably assume the discussion is about football. That's why construction terminology is so confusing. Until you understand the concept which enables you to discuss construction blocking whether you remember the correct word or not. Blocking refers …
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7 Remodeling Tips for Aging in Place
We're getting older with 10,000 baby boomers reaching retirement age every day, yikes! We're healthier and many older people are working beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. Most people want to stay in their homes so it's important that we all learn about aging in place. …
Researching Senior Housing Options
Starting to research senior housing options isn't easy as it means we're admitting we're getting old and that's not easy. Maybe when you're looking at different senior housing choices for a loved one, the task is easier but ultimately the day will come when you (or they) move to a new home that …
Granny Pods or Camping Out in the Backyard
Granny pods according to the Washington Post, are a new option for senior housing and they go in your backyard. So what are they, and no they're not at all like storage pods ... and they are a lot like tiny houses. Granny pods are high-tech housing modules that enable …
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