Home Improvement

Our House Right on time to help keep any 2025 home improvement resolutions, the Birmingham Home Show returns to The BJCC from February 21-23, 2025, with a roster of more than 175 local home experts and an array of inspirational features specifically crafted to meet the home-improvement needs of Magic City residents. The show’s special …

Our House  Do you think you have a foundation issue? As a homeowner, this can be very alarming. You may ask yourself, “What should I do?” or “What could be causing this?” Read on for answers to these questions. 3 Common Causes of Foundation Issues 1. Settling. Houses settle naturally with the weight of the …

Our House You’ve probably noticed some pests inside your home this time of year and wonder: How are they getting inside? As Birmingham’s premier pest control team, Vulcan Termite & Pest Control hears your concerns and wants to help you keep your home safe, healthy, and pest-free this fall.  Pests Inside the Home and How …

Faith @ Work “The Right Way is the Only Way,” is the motto by which local and woman owned Parrot Structural Services LLC has been doing business by for twenty years. Owner Joan Maas shares that her husband, Mike, has worked in the foundation repair industry throughout his career. “In 2004, we were inspired to …

Our House Springtime Pests in Alabama. Here are just a few of the critters found in Alabama that you may need spring pest control services for:  Rodents Moths Roaches Mosquitoes Bees and Wasp Spiders Termites Here are a few of our best tips for springtime pest control that you can tackle at home. Indoor Chores. …

The Home Front Winter home maintenance is not only about preserving the integrity of your property but also about creating a comfortable and appealing space for potential buyers. As the winter season continues, I want to empower my clients to enjoy the warmth of their homes while protecting their most significant investment. Here is a quick …

The Home Front Let’s talk about your home search. Have you stopped looking during the busy holiday season? Do you feel too tired of the search? If you have been on the fence about buying over the last year, let me tell you why this could be the best time for you to be looking …

The Home Front Did you know… Electrical injuries account for 1,000 deaths each year. 30,000 shock incidents occur each year. 20% of all electrical injuries occur in children. When is the last time your home had an electrical safety evaluation?  Thaxter Pittman, owner of Total Power Electric, founded his company on the principle of keeping your …

Home for the Holidays When I am showing homes to clients, I try to see the home from their perspective. It isn’t my home we are looking for, it’s theirs. They may not have any interest in a basement, couldn’t care less about a cul de sac, and have no need for an oversized lot. …