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How to Reclaim Your Home After a Flash Flood

06/03/2024 Kimberly Miller

Starting over after a natural disaster, especially a flash flood, is heart-wrenching. This guide offers practical steps for assessing damage, cleaning up, and restoring your home while acknowledging the emotional toll.

5 Essential Checks Before Moving Into Your New Older Home

05/08/2024 Kimberly Miller

Moving into your new old home? Congrats! But before you unpack, ensure safety. Check water quality, electrical systems, foundation, roof, and structural integrity. Prioritize safety for a cozy, secure home sweet home. Happy moving!

The Steps to Preparing Your Home for Any Emergency Event

03/15/2024 Kimberly Miller

Discover how to prepare your home for any emergency, from floods to power outages. Learn essential steps like creating emergency plans, action strategies, and building an emergency fund for peace of mind. Be prepared, not panicked. ???????? #EmergencyPrep

5 Alarming Signs That Should Keep You From Buying that House

07/26/2020 Kimberly Miller

Part of the American dream is to own your home. However, if you aren’t wary of these alarming signs, you could end up buying a lemon of a house.

The Hazards Lurking In Your Garden (and what to do about them)

10/25/2019 Kimberly Miller

The hazards in your garden – rodents, insects, pools, hot tubs, safe fruits and vegetables, your garden shed – are all solvable. Here’s how.

The Things that Can Happen to Your Home and How to Prepare for Them

07/23/2019 Kimberly Miller

Nothing in life is guaranteed, including the safety of your home and the contents inside. Here are some tips to prepare for the worst.