Smart Homeowners
Daily tips and resources to help you improve, care for and protect your home.
I will give you something every day so you can live smarter. With my team of experts, weโll cover what matters to you: security, energy efficiency, maintenance, home improvement, finance and insurance.
๐บย So many streaming options!
โCord-cuttingโ has increased over the past decade as the average cost of cable and satellite packages passed $200/month. ๐ฅ Reality check: The promise of cost friendly, a la carte choices has ballooned into streaming service overload. ๐ฃ The Streaming Optimizer is here to guide you! โฝ Only need Apple TV to watch Ted Lasso? โ For your Smart […]
๐คย How do soffit vents work?
Soffit vents are half of an atticโs ventilation system. Why it matters: Balancing air intake and exhaust is the key to removing moisture and heat from your attic. โ๏ธ How it works: Different types of exhaust vents require a different number of soffit vents. ๐งฎ By the numbers: Ventilating a 2000 square foot attic would have […]
๐ฌ๏ธย Your air filter is a BIG deal
Outdoor air quality numbers are reported with the weather, but theyโre not as important as your indoor air quality (IAQ). 1 big thing: Your filter matters โฆ A LOT Why it matters: We spend 90% of our lives indoors, at least 50% in our homes and 30% or more in our bedrooms. ๐ฌ Zoom in: Filters […]
๐ย Decoding insurance deductibles
Paying your deductible on a hail claim is like paying your copay at your doctorโs office. Why it matters: For years roofers waived deductibles to compete for business. ๐ฃ Thereโs good news! Once you cover your deductible, insurance picks up the tab for everything else. โ For your Smart Homeowner list Best, Travis ๐ฆ Pro Spotlight Jason Olson […]
๐ช๐พย Smart guide for hail season
Hail season is here, which means โ> get ready for the flood of roofers! ๐คฆโโ๏ธ Why it matters: You want to be informed, so you can make good decisions regarding your roof. ๐ผ๏ธ The big picture: Damage is related to 2 things โ> the SIZE of the HAIL and the AGE of your ROOF. ๐ช […]
๐ย Your personal librarian
The public library is a resource to help you find books, movies and audiobooks for your specific interests. Why it matters: Your local librarians will send you a well curated, personalized list. How it works: Answer a few questions about what you like and what youโre looking for. โ For your Smart Homeowner list Best, Travis
๐ฌ๏ธย Getting serious about IAQ
Allergy and asthma control begins at home, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Why it matters: Your indoor air quality (IAQ) has a significant impact on your health. ๐ผ๏ธ The big picture: IAQ includes a range of factors. ๐ฌ Zoom in: In coming weeks, weโll look at specific strategies to address each of these. […]
๐๏ธย Brush and bulky trash
Sanitation services make it easy for residents to get rid of different kinds of waste. Why it matters: Following your cityโs guidelines is one way to be a good neighbor. What you need to know: Your cityโs website will list specific instructions. ๐ Tree limbs/shrubs should be 10โ long or shorter with branches 8โ in diameter […]
๐ย Check your deck
Home improvement stores were packed this weekend as folks get ready for spring. Why it matters: Spending on outdoor living has increased significantly since pre-2020. ๐ฌ Zoom in: Decks are the foundation of many outdoor spaces. ๐ฎ What’s next: When itโs time for a new deck, wood might not be your best option. โ For your Smart […]
๐จย Daytime break-in!!!
My neighbor is out of town, and a family member checking on the house walked in on a burglar at 1:23pm! Why it matters: Most home burglaries occur between 10:00am and 3:00pm. ๐ฅ Reality check: Technology has made it easier than ever to protect and monitor your home with alarms and cameras. โ For your Smart […]