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Simple Ways to Reduce Your Water Use

With several states across the country living the reality of extreme and severe droughts and heat warnings, many people have become more conscious of the amount of water that they use on a daily basis. Even if you live in a region with no water supply issues, reducing your water consumption can result in a large decrease to your utility bills. With these time tested theories in mind, here are some simple home upgrades that will drastically decrease your water use. Currently, Arkasas has several areas marked "Abnormally Dry" and some areas are activily in drought status. Things can change quickly and it should be a cause for concern. 

Choosing What Color Palette Works Best In Your Home Is An Important Decision

paint cansWe previously talked about type of paint, and here we will talk about colors. After moving into a new space you often want to put your own personal touch when it comes to painting your walls. Whether you want to stick with classic colors or make a bold statement with a more striking color you have a clean slate at your fingertips. Deciding what colors you want and where to put them is an important choice. If you plan to be the home for many years you might want to take more risks when it comes to an out of the box idea. However, if you plan on a shorter time in the home sticking with a more neutral color palette might be a wiser decision.  

Home Inspectors Won't Ignore These Three Maintenance Mistakes

You might think that a minor issue with your home can simply be covered up, but a home inspector probably won't feel the same way. Rather than try to hide a problem, you would be better off simply taking care of it before you get called out. Keep reading to learn about three of the most common "minor" issues that home inspectors often catch home owners trying to ignore or cover up.