Hurricane season is upon us and at any point a huge hurricane can come in and cause major damage to houses off of the Atlantic Coast. Technology in home building has come a long way, and it is possible to be prepared with your new beach house to be protected against hurricane force winds and water. Check out some of these awesome beachfront properties.
Great Family Friendly Things to Do in Charleston
Charleston is an incredible city. There are many things to do and see and of course an amazing history. The beach is a favorite summer spot along with downtown locations like Waterfront Park. Charlestoncvb.com has ten other great spots to take your family.
Adding Different Greens to Your Garden
Southerners like their greens. Collard greens, turnip greens, and mustard greens are a staple in the South. But, it may not be a bad idea to mix up your backyard garden with some Asian greens. Be careful though. You have to be careful to weed your garden well and make sure that you are taking care of pests.
South Carolina Watermelon
One of the best things to do on a hot, summer day in South Carolina is to enjoy a delicious watermelon. Bradford watermelons are a South Carolina specialty raised by the Bradford family in Sumter. These watermelons are so good, thieves will steal to get them. They even have a history that goes back to the 1700’s.
Is your ductwork delivering?
For those who have central heating and air, over time your ducts may have dust, debris, infestation, or even mold. A thorough cleaning may be exactly what they need to increase energy efficiency of your heating and cooling system, preventing allergies, and saving you money on your utility bills. Talk to a home energy auditor to perform a duct-leakage test and see what may be causing your issues.
Arranging Furniture to Give You More Space
Even in larger homes, arranging the furniture correctly is critical to ensuring that there is plenty of room inside the house. To do that, here are fourteen suggestions to help make the most of your space and get you some more room.
Building Flood-Proof Homes
This past year, South Carolina was devastated with flooding brought on by Hurricane Joaquin. Researchers are looking at ways to build new homes that protect home owners from water damage and rising water levels as a result of flooding.
Bathrooms of the Future
Virginia Tech students work to innovate creative new ideas for the bathroom of the future. Picture a glass next to the bath that displays your favorite Netflix show while you relax or telling your Amazon Echo to lower the water temperature.
Investment Sales in New Homes Surge
Newest numbers have shown that there is an increase in buyers who are purchasing investment properties. Now may be a great time for those who are buying a second home to look into investment properties and new homes to build.
Flooring Ideas
Flooring has come a long way in the past few years. Now, you can build thermostat-regulated heated floors, polished concrete, wood, laminate, tile, and many others. Pick the right type of flooring for the room you need. Check out this gallery for some flooring options.
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