Windermere Blog | Category: Living

April 01, 2019

Childproofing: Protect Your Family and Your Home from Potential Hazards

Posted in Living by Shelley Rossi

When you think of your home, it likely conjures up feelings of safety, shelter, and comfort. However, accidental injuries in the home are one of the leading causes of harm to children 14 and younger. By taking certain precautions, many of these accidents can be prevented. While supervision is the best way to keep your children safe at home, you can’t watch them every second....
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March 20, 2019

The Do's and Don'ts of Hiring a Contractor

Posted in Living by Kenady Swan

Constructing or remodeling a home is a complex, expensive endeavor. Ideally, everything goes as planned, and when the dust clears, the homeowner can settle in and enjoy the new home — and never think about the building process again. But what happens when, nine months after the owner moves in, the floor develops a crack, the dishwasher begins to leak or....
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March 18, 2019

Here’s Your Spring Maintenance Checklist

Posted in Living by Kenady Swan

Now that spring has sprung, let’s clear the cobwebs and get your home ready! Here is our quick guide to spring home maintenance. Inspection top to bottom: Now that the weather is temperate you will want to check on how your home weathered the winter. Check the roof for leaks, the gutters for damage, and the siding for cracks...
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March 13, 2019

Should I Move or Remodel?

Posted in Buying, Selling, and Living by Kenady Swan

There are a number of things that can trigger the decision to remodel or move to a new home. Perhaps you have outgrown your current space, you might be tired of struggling with ancient plumbing or wiring systems, or maybe your home just feels out of date. The question is: Should you stay or should you go? Choosing whether to remodel or move involves looking at a number of factors.
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March 04, 2019

Simple Steps for Maintaining Air Quality in Your Home

Posted in Living by Kenady Swan

Most of us tend to think of air pollution as something that occurs outdoors where car exhaust and factory fumes proliferate, but there’s such a thing as indoor air pollution, too. Since the 1950s, the number of synthetic chemicals used in products for the home has increased drastically, while at the same time, homes have become much tighter and better insulated.
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February 18, 2019

How to Cover Unexpected Costs with a Personal Loan

Posted in Buying and Living by Guest Author

Owning a home comes with its rewards — it’s an investment, a cozy haven to kick-up your feet after a long day of work, and a welcoming place to bring family and friends together. Although all of this makes homeownership fulfilling, owning a home also opens the door for unexpected (but necessary) expenses. If you’ve suddenly been hit with a home improvement project that’s pinching your budget...
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February 13, 2019

Are You Better Off Paying Your Mortgage Earlier or Investing Your Money?

Posted in Buying, Selling, and Living by Guest Author

Few topics cause more division among economists than the age-old debate of whether you’re better off paying off your mortgage earlier, or investing that money instead. And there’s a good reason why that debate continues; both sides make compelling arguments. On the one hand, your mortgage is quite likely the largest expense you will ever incur in your life. So if given the chance, it only...
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February 06, 2019

Open Your Home With the Right Tone and a Welcome Mat

Posted in Living by John Trupin

Right before the guests ring the doorbell or give the front door an old-fashioned knock, they step on your welcome mat. This mat serves two purposes: catching debris and adding style. Here are some ideas for how to give this entry detail a refresh.
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February 04, 2019

More Than a Yard: Finding the Right Home for Your Pooch

Posted in Buying and Living by Guest Author

For many house hunters, a dream home isn’t complete without being a good fit for the family dog. Some might see the fenced in yard, and consider the box checked. However, if you are looking for your next home, you may want to look a little deeper to be sure the fit is right before signing on the dotted line. It’s worth taking a little extra time to consider your pooch in a little more depth...
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January 30, 2019

Beautiful Inside & Out - Timber Interiors for a Timber Frame Home

Posted in Living by Guest Author

A home that exudes beauty from the inside and the outside is also a true reflection of its owner. Today, homes are not just mere living spaces that are filled up with furniture - every home has a character, design theme, and personality of its own, characterized largely by the material used to build it, the color scheme on the inside and outside, and also the accents and hues of every element...
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