Is Your Pool Ready? New Jersey’s hottest summer days are quickly approaching, so it’s time to get your pool prepared for family, friends and fun. Ensuring your pool meets the state’s required safety standards is an important way to safeguard swimmers, bystanders, children and pets. While drownings are the leading cause of pool fatalities in the […]

Get Outdoor Spaces Ready for Warm Weather Entertaining As you welcome the longer, warmer days of spring and early summer, now is the ideal time to plan ahead for upcoming outdoor events. Whether you are planning a traditional Mother’s Day patio brunch, a festive neighborhood gathering or an evening barbecue for Father’s Day, creating an […]

When Teen Behavior Is More Than Just “Growing Pains” In the best of times, adolescent behavior is unpredictable, but for New Jersey families busy with finals, end-of-school activities and vacation planning, teen moodiness can be especially puzzling and frustrating. Most parents chalk it up to normal anxiety about prom, relationships, exams and summer plans. After […]

When March arrives in New Jersey, kids’ activities take on a faster pace. Soccer practice, dance rehearsals, baseball tryouts and dozens of other activities dominate before- and after-school hours—and much of the weekend. Moms and dads with crammed schedules of their own must find extra time to carpool, shop and cheer for their children. With […]

If the Jersey winter is getting you down, take heart. Spring is right around the corner. In the meantime—while grass and blossoms are still dormant—plan to reorganize your bedroom closet and drawers. With a purged and sorted wardrobe, you’ll get the jump on clutter and make a dent in those dreaded spring-cleaning chores. Organize & […]

For many of our New Jersey customers, the New Year brings plans to rejuvenate, remodel, and renovate their homes. In the midst of any construction you are planning, it may be a wise time to include electrical upgrades as part of projects that involve tear-outs or additions. Renewing your electrical system is a cost-effective way to […]

Slow Down & Reclaim Your Joy December is here and signs of the holidays are everywhere: ads on TV, carols on the radio, and decorations on every street. Each Santa, menorah, and holiday lighting display is a looming reminder of things you need to do to make your family’s holiday “perfect” – and this growing anticipation […]

Anticipation of the upcoming holiday season grows with each passing autumn day. Planning has begun for home decorations, family gatherings, and festive holiday parties. New Jersey homeowners are bringing cherished heirlooms out of storage and stocking up on the ingredients for holiday meal traditions. For most of us, the stress of a hectic schedule is […]

As you enjoy NJ’s Indian summer days, remember that now is the ideal time to prepare for cooler weather and festive family gatherings that are just a few weeks away. Buttoning up your outdoor space may be a top priority, but October is also the perfect time to prepare your home’s interior for the increased […]

As the lazy days of summer draw to a close, it’s time to complete fall household maintenance and plan for busy back-to-school days. Here are a couple surefire ways to stay safe this autumn while preparing for whatever the season throws your way. Safely Preparing Meals in Your Slow Cooker Slow cookers can be a […]