How to Prevent Dry Rot in Your Charlotte Area Home
When you purchase a new home in Charlotte, you might not be thinking about maintenance right away. It’s tempting to fill your time with exciting home improvement projects, but if the wooden structures of your home develop a problem with dry rot, …
Surviving a Charlotte Heatwave Without Cranking the AC
I was grabbing coffee with a buddy in Greensboro last week, and we started talking about summer plans. But the conversation quickly turned to a different topic: that gut-punch feeling when the Duke Energy bill lands in your inbox mid-July. …
The Hidden Reason Your Charlotte Home Feels Stuffy and Dusty
I was grabbing a beer with a buddy over in NoDa the other day, and he was complaining about how his house is always dusty. He’d clean on Saturday, and by Tuesday, a fine layer of dust was back on …
Can You Actually Stay Cool Without AC in Charlotte This Summer?
I was grabbing a beer at Wooden Robot in South End last week, and you know what every single person was talking about? Their power bill. It’s that time of year in Charlotte. The humidity hits you like a wet …
How to Get Rid of Crawl Space Odors
Musty smells drifting up from your floors are often a sign something in your crawl space isn’t right. Crawl space odors can come from a variety of issues, like mold, wet insulation, standing water, or even pests. The key to …
That Bonus Room Above Your Garage Is an Oven, Isn’t It?
I was catching up with a friend last week over at Not Just Coffee on Jay Street, and he was venting about his “amazing” new home office. He and his wife had just spent a small fortune converting the attic …
Duct Sealing vs. Duct Cleaning: Which One Actually Saves You Money in Charlotte?
I was grabbing coffee in Spartanburg the other day, and the conversation turned to something we can all relate to this time of year: crazy high summer energy bills. My friend was convinced his air ducts were the culprit. “I’m …
Free Money for Home Upgrades? Your Guide to the NC HOMES Program in Charlotte
I was catching up with a buddy of mine over in Greensboro the other day, and he was absolutely floored by his summer energy bill. His air conditioner was running nonstop, and he felt like he was just throwing money …
So, What *Actually* Happens During a Home Energy Audit in Charlotte?
I was grabbing a coffee in Plaza Midwood the other day when that first truly hot, sticky June morning hit. You know the one. It’s that moment you realize summer is officially here in Charlotte, and your air conditioner is …
Don’t Leave Money on the Table: A Simple Guide to Duke Energy Insulation Rebates
I was grabbing coffee at a little spot in Spartanburg the other day when I ran into a friend who was stressing out. He’d just had new insulation installed in his attic—a fantastic move, especially with summer creeping up—but he …
