Pay attention to windows to prepare house for autumn
Have you put away your summer toys and barbecue yet? We may still have some nice days ahead, so it may be a little early for that, but it...
Time for a gutter inspection
After a long, dry, gorgeous summer here, this week’s rain brought us back to the reality that fall is on its way. And as every...
Proper preparation is key to look, longevity of paint job
Most folks aren’t thrilled at the prospect of painting their house. But typically it’s the tedious prep work before painting that is the...
Hire contractors who are licensed, bonded, insured
Spring is a great time of year to begin your home fix-up or remodeling project. If you need to hire a contractor to complete your...
Outdoor chores for spring cleaning
Although recent flurries of snow might not agree, it’s still true: Spring is on the way. Now that March is here, we’re just weeks away...
Q&A: How to deal with moisture in your home
Rain, Rain, Rain. We sure have had quite a bit lately! But here at NeighborWorks of Grays Harbor, we are even more concerned about the...
Does your exterior siding show effects of trapped moisture?
With all the rain outside lately, it might surprise you that as housing experts we’re mostly concerned with water, in all its forms,...
Be a Moisture Detective to Protect Your House
After a short stretch of cold, but mostly dry weather the rains are here, again. That makes it a great time to talk about your home’s...
Don't Generate Disaster in your House: Use Generator Wisely
We sure hope our brand new year – 2018 – comes in quietly. However, it’s more than just a possibility that sometime this year that...
Take Steps to Protect your Home from Windy Winter Weather
Did you know we are approaching the 10-year anniversary of the Winter Storm of 2007? Remember the hurricane force gusts and the howling...