Upcycling used garage doors
Replacing old garage doors has quickly become a popular home improvement project because it offers the second-highest return on investment out of the top 35 home remodeling projects. When people choose to replace their garage doors, the old doors are usually treated as trash. However, there are several options and ideas available for reusing or… Read More
Summer tip: keep garage doors closed regardless of the heat
Police in El Paso have recently issued a statement that homeowners who leave their garage doors open are more likely to be targeted by burglars. Leaving the garage door open is a summertime trend in El Paso because people want to make sure that hot summer air is released from within their garages. Although this… Read More
Creating curb appeal for your home
Curb appeal is particularly important when homeowners are considering the sale of their property. When there is something lacking, remaining aware of the options that are available to add value without breaking the bank is especially helpful. One thing that can spruce up a home is a fresh coat of paint on the home or… Read More
Burglars use cars to break into garage doors
Burglars in a Washington town are using a new tactic in order to break into homes. There have recently been a few break-ins that have occurred by smashing a car into a garage door and then slipping underneath and attempting to take valuables from inside the garage. In the month of February, police in the… Read More
Party boat fire in Austin linked to arson
Austin police officials have stated that they believe it was arson that caused a fire on a paddle-wheel boat on Lady Bird Lake. The propane tanks on the 70-foot boat exploded and the boat was sent drifting down the lake. There were no injuries, but the damage is estimated to be at nearly $1 million…. Read More
City of Austin working to stop use of plastic, papers bags
The city of Austin is currently working to pass a ban that will stop the use of most plastic and papers bags throughout the city. This plan is one of the broadest bans that has been introduced throughout the country and it has a goal to ban most plastic and paper bags in the city… Read More