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.
๐ฟ Amazing sinus rinse hack
Note: 80-90% of my daily emails are universal. Todayโs is obviously niche! ๐ Why it matters: A decade ago my allergist changed my life with the simple daily sinus rinse + nasal corticosteroid routine. ๐ก We found a better way! โ For your Smart Homeowner list Best, Travis The information provided should not be used for diagnosing […]
โฏ๏ธย Temperature swings provide clues
In some seasons we bounce from our furnace to our AC and back. Why it matters: Itโs an early opportunity to make sure your AC is performing like it did last summer. ๐ Between the lines: The first step โ as always โ is to check your filter and change if needed. โ For your Smart Homeowner […]
๐ฆย Get ahead of the buzz kill
We canโt eliminate mosquitoes, but we can manage them with the right strategies. Why it matters: When you start early and choose the right custom solution, you can enjoy your backyard all summer long. ๐จ Save 30% on your monthly treatment when you sign up by February 28 with our friends at SafeHaven. โ For your Smart […]
๐ฃย Donโt get caught in an email phishing scam
Paperless accounts require us to be smart about electronic communication. Why it matters: Clicking on the wrong button or link in an email or text can have dire consequences. ๐ง Dan is a technology consultant for businesses and offers this advice for identifying phishing emails: ๐ What to look for: ๐ฅ The bottom line: Real businesses are not […]
โย Is it time for a roof tune up?
With proper maintenance, your roof will protect your home for a long time. Why it matters: The protection is only as strong as your roofโs weakest parts. โณ Over time nails can work their way out of the decking and tear a small hole in the shingle. โ๏ธ A roof tune up involves resealing pipes, finding and […]
โย Good paint prep = weather protection
Sealing gaps around windows and doors and all exterior joints is a necessary step before painting. Why it matters: Gaps in the exterior let in moisture, air and pests. ๐ฌZoom in: Letโs hear from our paint pro Andrey. Did you ever wonder why painters use caulk during the exterior painting prep process? ๐ Paintable caulk is […]
โย Getting your home ready for rain
The first rainy season in Dallas starts in 8 weeksโgiving you time to prepare. Why it matters: You can save money long term by doing routine maintenance and investing in necessary upgrades. ๐ฌ Weโll zoom in on each of these topics over the next few weeks. โ For your Smart Homeowner list ๐ Do any of these areas […]
๐งญย Your exact location within 10 feet
what3words has given a unique 3 word identifier to every 10 square feet on planet earth. Why it matters: Police and Fire Departments are using these precise locations to get to emergencies faster. A Deeper Dive โ> ๐กImagine how this can help first responders. At home In public โ For your Smart Homeowner list Best, Travis
๐๏ธย Everything starts with a good foundation
Balance the amount of moisture in the ground to maintain your foundation. Why it matters: The right approach during wet and dry seasons is vital to preventing major foundation issues. ๐ง๏ธ During the rainy season control how much water the ground absorbs. ๐ช During hot months keep the ground from getting too dry. โ For your Smart Homeowner list […]
๐๏ธย Your neighborhood needs you
You can shape the place you live through your HOA or neighborhood association. Why it matters: HOAs have the power to influence public policy, building codes and the cityโs budget priorities. ๐งฎ By the numbers: Serving on my neighborhood board I saw a very small percentage of neighbors get involved. ๐ Between the lines: Younger […]