Finally, warmer weather is on the horizon, and we are all itching to fire up our backyard grills, hit the pool, and soak up the sun in our favorite spots! But before summer officially sinks in, we have a few essential home maintenance tips to set you up for success this season. Inspect Patios, Porches, and Walkways Cold winter weather can have lasting effects on your outdoor surfaces,...
Creating homemade air fresheners are easier than you think! You can customize the fragrance to your liking, and you skip the harmful chemicals that are often found in many store-bought air fresheners. What You'll Need Water Alcohol (either rubbing alcohol or vodka) Essential oils Small funnel 8-ounce spray bottle How to Make Easy Homemade Air Fresheners Assemble your materials...
What better way to kick off this beautiful new season than with a thorough spring cleaning of your home? While this home improvement project may seem tedious and the last thing you want to do, investing just a little time and effort into restructuring your home into a more relaxing space is essential for spring. Check out these tips to declutter your space, enhance your organization, and make a more...
If you’re a new homeowner or even looking to put your current property on the market, creating a strong first impression is essential, and that all begins with landscaping. So, as you start writing that home improvement list, don’t forget to add this collection of foliage, blooms, and shrubs! Boxwoods While this might not be the burst of color you’re hoping will draw attention to your...
Being a Texas homeowner during the holidays practically requires stunning decorations, extravagant lighting, and bigger-than-ever celebrations. From elaborate holiday collections to sentimental displays, homeowners have plenty of holiday decorating options to choose from this season! Spruce Up The Christmas Tree Start your holiday decorations off right with one of the biggest and most important...
Home is where the heart is. And as we inch closer to the end of 2022 and a bright New Year, home improvement projects, upcoming remodels, and new decor purchases are at the forefront of our minds. There’s nothing like the start of a new year to jumpstart old home projects that have been hiding out in the garage all year. This year, we’ve compiled some Texas homeowner new year’s resolutions that you...
So you're a homeowner! And, maintaining a home can be a lot of work, especially when that home is one of your biggest investments. New challenges emerge with every change of season, often leaving homeowners scrambling to repair every leaky faucet before the next thing breaks. Get ahead of pesky costly repairs with these 20 maintenance tips: Test Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors Check your carbon...
The hot temperatures are here to stay as we’re in the prime of a Texas summer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. At Real Estate Candy, we know how brutal the heat can be and how expensive the air conditioner can be as you try to keep yourself and your loved ones cool. We’ve compiled some affordable tips and tricks to keep your home cool and lower your electricity bill. Keep curtains closed during...