Kevin Smith

Home ownership is part of the American dream, as it allows you to have a slice of land that you call your own. When you take over a piece of property, you’ll be tempted to do upgrades to the parcel to...

As the weather cools and roofing companies finish up their biggest contracts of the summer, now is the time to consider replacing your own roof. Replacing your roof in the fall offers several...

Almost nothing feels quite as good as coming in from the cold and turning on your heat to create a cozy home. On the other hand, almost nothing feels quite as bad as turning on your thermostat to find...

As a business owner, you have a lot on your plate and plenty to keep you busy. There is no shortage of stress in your daily routine, as you strive to build and maintain and profitable, viable...

When you rely completely on a product, system, or piece of machinery or equipment to get work done, it can be a significant problem when something goes haywire stops working entirely. If you are in...

The written word is one of the many things that distinguish human intelligence from the other members of the animal kingdom, and writing devices have evolved greatly over the years. While some of the...

Investing in a home is an ongoing endeavor. You probably don’t buy something new for it as often as each month, but you likely have a running list of projects you’d like to take on in the new future...

Small business owners must wear many hats. Not only must they meet customer expectations, they must also stick to tight budgets and preserve company resources. Meanwhile, modern organizations rely on...

Your bathroom counter looks like it was hit with a freeze-ray from a science fiction flick in 1976. Dusty pink, swirled with streaks of ivory--and if you’re lucky, gold glitter for some disco glam...

Many homeowners take great pleasure working in their yards by landscaping and manicuring their lawn, gardens, shrubbery and trees. The work and the results that come from these efforts can be...

Nobody wants to need emergency dental care. Still, jaw injuries, painful swelling, tooth loss, and infection can require urgent treatment to ward off serious complications. To avoid a visit to a...

Home security is a necessity. Good security protects your valuables from theft, prevents vandalism, and protects you and your family from violent crime. These days, it's important to do all you can...

When poor air quality is mentioned, many people have mental images of smog hanging over cities. The air inside a building comes less to mind, but that’s where most people receive their greatest...

Your home is your castle, but you do not want the moat inside, and plumbing issues can cause floods inside your abode. You will not avoid plumbing issues forever; they’re inevitable as all the...

The term "liqueur" is likely to confuse the public, from its unusual spelling to its similarity to the word "liquor", which most people can define as a strong alcoholic spirit, including tequila and...