Out with the old and in with the new! A fresh coat of paint is the perfect way to refresh your home design. To help out, we’re sharing six easy and creative ways to reinvent your space with – you guessed it – paint! Which of these simple and cool painting ideas will you try in your Florida home?...
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New Year – Time to Get Your Home Organized
by PTI Marketing | Jan 01, 2014 With a New Year come’s the chance to get organized. Even in the age of smartphones, it’s great to have a one-stop location for your family to have a go-to place to know what’s going on this week or month. We dub it the “family command center.” An information...
How to Safely Clean Gutters and Downspouts | People’s Trust Homeowners Academy
Cleaning your gutters every spring is a great way to protect your home from water damage. If left unchecked, leaves, twigs and other debris can clog your gutters and downspouts, causing water to seep into your roof, siding, and your home’s foundation. You can safely and easily clean out gutters...
Are These Fire Hazards Lurking in Your Florida Home?
The overnight hours are supposed to be a time to relax, let the day’s cares drift away and dream of even better things for tomorrow. But approximately half of home fire-related deaths result from fires that start between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. What a nightmare! In recognition of Fire Prevention Week,...
7 Ways to Avoid Getting Caught in a Home Repair Insurance Scam
Filing a claim after a loss can be stressful. To avoid the hassle of having to hire a restoration contractor and coordinate repairs, many Florida homeowners seek out the help of a public adjuster. Public adjusters are insurance claims specialists who work independently from the homeowners'...
Easy DIY Home Improvements
Whether you’re about to put your home on the market or you have no plans of selling anytime soon, there are many DIY projects that can add value to your home. Not every home project needs to be costly or complicated to make a big impact, both for livability and eventually for resale. Learn more...
How to Prevent Vandals from Targeting Your Home
by Chantel Robillard | Dec 28, 2020 As a property owner, vandalism is frustrating, can be expensive to fix, and can be difficult to prevent. Just as there are preventative measures you may take to prevent theft, there are also certain measures you can implement to help deter vandals from targeting...
Don’t Ignore These 7 Noises on Your Property
Some noises in your home are harmless—like creaking floors and squeaking doors. However, there are sounds to be wary of if you've never heard them before. If left unchecked, the sounds we've listed below could lead to a possible disaster. Because potentially damaging noises on your property are...
How to Clean your Dryer Duct
Not only can cleaning your dryer duct prolong the life of your dryer, but it can also prevent a fire. Dirty dryer ducts can be a serious fire hazard, so cleaning them is a must. According to NFPA, clothes dryers accounted for 92% of fires , and 33% of those were due to the failure to clean the...
How to Keep Your Home Safe When Traveling
by PTI Marketing | Jun 24, 2019 Starting to pack for your summer vacation? Whether you are going 20 or 1,000 miles away from your home, for a weekend or 4 weeks, you should always do these certain things before you lock that door and head out for your vacation. These tips will help you have a more...