A little bit of rain and a lot less heat and your lawn and landscaping have perked up a bit! Why it matters: The Farmer’s Almanac predicts our first frost in Dallas will be November 20. So there’s still time for one last round of fertilizer. ⚙️ How it works: Fall fertilizing leads to a stronger […]
If a pipe busts in your house, you should be able to shut your water off in less than 30 seconds. Why it matters: We know how destructive water can be and the less water you have to deal with the better. When water soaks into certain building materials — like insulation or carpet pad
Hard freezes and extended drought conditions the past couple years have been hard on our Texas trees. Why it matters: You might need to act now to save your trees. 📝 Here are some of Tim’s tips: 👉 Drought stress Many trees have entire limbs that have dried up. Removing the damaged limbs and applying treatment if
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Physics then chemistry. This applies to many aspects of building science, but today I’m focusing on pests. Why it matters: The next month is the ideal time to make sure your house is ready to resist the pests seeking refuge when it gets colder. ⚙️ How it works: Using physics means we are using the right
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If you’re still in shock from your summer electricity bills, you might be thinking … We really need more insulation. ✋ Stop. Insulation is step 2. 🔦 Pro Spotlight Cody Bridwell of Blown Away Insulation starts with step 1. 📣 Air sealing is step 1. Insulating without air sealing is like going outside when it’s 20 degrees and
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You made it through the brutal summer, even if your concrete didn’t. Why it matters: If you’re ready to repair your concrete or even add on to a patio, now is great time to do it. ⚙️ How it works: Concrete is stronger when you give it the right amount of time to cure. Fall is
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Thanks to my friends at HOMR.io, I got to focus on the things I wanted to do on Labor Day. Instead of battling my pool to get it ready for our family gathering, I worked on the yard and smoked some ribs! 😋 ⚙️ How it works: HOMR’s 24/7 concierge team manages the vendor relationships I’ve
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It’s not quite as epic as The Jetsons Meet the Flinstones or That’s So Suite Life of Hannah Montana. But my crossover blog is live at HOMR today. 😁 Why it matters: As both a client and a vendor partner for HOMR, I want you to know about their excellent service. ⚙️ How it works: HOMR
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“My roof is fine.” According to someone I see every week. He said all the roofs around him are getting replaced but his is fine (even though he hasn’t had a proper inspection). Why it matters: When you live in one of the top insurance markets for roofing like DFW, cynicism is easy. Sometimes it’s
This week I had one of those moments that reminded me why I love what I do. Why it matters: In our times of need or distress, we want to call someone we trust. When I saw Frank calling me one minute before a scheduled phone conference, I answered. “You won’t believe what just happened.
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