Depending on where you live in McCoy's trade area, some of you may use your fireplace more than others. With cooler temperatures on the way, many of you may be looking forward to the warmth and atmosphere that a real wood burning fire can offer. And if you use your fireplace often, when's the last time you've had it serviced by a professional chimney sweep. ... (read more)

You know the old saying, "if you don't know where you're going then any road will get you there?" It's really true when you think about trying to keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. You have to have a strategy and tackle the projects one by one to start to see some results. If not, random improvements here and there may not bring the results you're expecting. ... (read more)

2009 will definitely be a scary time for many of us financially. What is going to happen to my 401(k)? What about the value of my home? As such, most of us are probably holding off on any major home improvements like a total kitchen or bath overhaul. ... (read more)

Having faith in mankind is a very noble thing to do, just not when you're hiring a remodeler to work on your house. Not that there aren't a ton of honest, hard working tradesmen out there, but when it comes to someone working on your home you better do your homework. ... (read more)

When most of us think of Spring Cleaning we think of maybe getting in there and cleaning out that hall closet that is just a mess. Or maybe we decide it's time to clean the windows both inside and out. But did you know that Spring Cleaning done right could significantly improve the indoor air quality of your home? ... (read more)

Here is one that you probably didn't think of, because you didn't realize the technology was at this point. Have you ever considered having a sprinkler system installed on your next new home? Yes, I said a sprinkler system. ... (read more)

A fireplace burning on a cold night is treat for sure, but having water getting into your house as the result of a leaky chimney can be a real problem. A leaking chimney can be a difficult problem to fix, especially if the chimney sits at the bottom of a steep roof with no cricket to divert water around the sides.  ... (read more)

Look familiar? Did you know that tangled extension cords and hoses can actually cause undue wear and tear. By storing your equipment properly, you can extend it's shelf life. ... (read more)