Brian Myers

In the modern world, it seems as though we see tip jars everywhere we go. Some might argue that there are a lot of jobs that rely on customers tipping for the worker to make a living wage, while others point out that it should be on the employer to pay enough for a person …

The decision to re-side your home comes with a lot of considerations. The materials you have to choose from each have varying lifespans, maintenance needs, and aesthetic qualities that should be carefully weighed to select the right one for your taste and your budget.  The longevity of the siding is the most important attribute for …

Loft beds are a great way to maximize usable space in a smaller bedroom. But how high is too high for one of these beds? If you are considering placing a loft bed in a bedroom and are wondering how much space should be between it and the ceiling, we can help you. We researched …

The amount of time your wooden deck will last is an important consideration when beginning to construct this addition to your home. Knowing the useful life of the deck will help you plan out when you need to budget for its replacement. If you are wondering how long these recreation areas last, we can help …

Making certain that the items in your closet are easily accessible makes life a little bit easier. The height of the shelf and rod have a big impact on how well things can be arranged and reached. If you are wondering how high a closet shelf and clothes rod should be, we can help you. …

If you are looking at the dimensions of an item, it will often read “A x B x C” to designate its width, height, and length. If you are wondering if there is an exact order for these three measurements, we can help you. We researched how an object’s dimensions are shown so that you’ll …

 These days it seems like you can get almost anything at Costco. Should you be in the market for new carpeting and are wondering if this retail giant sells and installs this item, we can help you. We did our homework on Costco and inquired about what they offer from multiple professional sources so that …

Building a deck on your own requires more than just the know-how and lumber. Understanding multiple code requirements is essential to getting this job done correctly. If you are building a deck and are wondering what height will require a railing, we can help. We researched building codes in various states so that you’ll know …

When remodeling a home, interior doors are an often debated topic. Should you look at replacing the doors and trims, you might wonder if they should be uniform and match one another. We studied home decor trends from multiple professionals, so you’ll know if this is suggested. The interior doors in a house do not …

If you are preparing to build a deck for the first time, you will probably have a lot of questions about its construction. One area where there might be some uncertainty is whether or not it’s ok for there to be any gapping between the deck and the house. We researched this construction question in …

If you are building a multi-vehicle garage, there are quite a few important specs you’ll need to know. One important one relates to how much space you should have between the garage doors. To answer that question, we researched home garages from multiple professional sources, so you’ll know the recommended amount of space. For optimal …

Are you considering a new dining room table? You’ll want to make sure that there is ample room in your dining area. Enough space will mean a minimal distance between the wall and the table and chairs. Well, luck no further! We have the answers for you below. You should have at least three feet …

Installing new numbers for your house is a great way to accent the colors of your abode. But if you have never done it before, you’ll want to make sure that they are spaced properly. If you are not sure how much room to leave, this post can help you. We researched this topic in …

For those who are always on the go, household chores can stack up and be left undone. You might be considering hiring a house cleaning service to help ease your chore load. If you want to hire a house cleaner and are wondering how much it might cost you, we can help. Let’s get into …

You might be aware that Zillow lists homes for rent in virtually every community on its platform. If you qualify for Section 8 vouchers and are wondering if they are accepted by Zillow, we can help you. We researched this company in depth so that you’ll know for sure if these vouchers are taken. Zillow …

Remodeling your bathroom? Space between the fixtures is important for comfort and safety reasons. If you are wondering how much space you’ll need between the toilet and your vanity, we can help you. We researched bathroom remodeling projects so that you’ll know for sure what the code requirements will be. The recommended space between a …

Making yourself familiar with the dimensions in any home helps with decorating, furnishing, and room flow. A sometimes overlooked dimension is the room’s ceiling height. If you are wondering how high ceilings are in a typical home, we can help you. We researched old and new home construction so that you’ll know for sure what …

For those who have bought or sold a home in the last several years, the Zillow platform has been sure to come up at some point in the process. With over 135 million properties listed for rent or sale on Zillow, it has made itself a household name since first appearing in 2006. But does …

You may have heard Zillow will assist in buying and selling homes through the real estate agents on their platform. If you are considering making an offer on a home you saw on Zillow and want to know if they will consider a low offer, we can help you. That said, let’s dive in! Generally, …

When trying to market property to rent, sites like Zillow can reach a lot of prospective renters. If you’re considering using Zillow to market your rental property but want to know if they charge a fee, we can help you. We researched Zillow from multiple sources, so you’ll know what to expect. Zillow will allow …

Zillow provides a lot of helpful and detailed information for home buyers that use their platform. The information on each home on Zillow is pulled from a variety of sources and will generally include up-to-date information needed to begin the search for your new home. One feature included is the estimated payment for the property. …

Whether you’re planning for a dinner party or simply trying to fit your family comfortably around the dining room table, knowing the right number of chairs you can place around yours is important. If you have a 72-inch rectangular dining room table and are wondering how many chairs can be seated at it, we can …

Since 2006, Zillow has grown to become a dominating force in the real estate industry. Millions each year seek out this platform to buy a home, rent an apartment, or list their property for sale. If you are wanting to list your property for sale on Zillow and are wondering if they charge a fee …

Oftentimes, an appliance store will offer delivery and installation services to its customers. But these often have limitations. If you are buying appliances from your local Costco and are wondering how their installation services work, we can help you. We did some research on Costco so that you’ll know for sure what to expect. Costco …

Are you considering having a pool constructed in your backyard? You might have some questions about the proper dimensions and layout of swimming pools. If you want to know how deep a residential pool can be, we can help you. We researched swimming pool codes for different states so that you’ll know for sure how …

Arranging a bedroom may be fun, but it raises important questions about the best placement for furnishings. If you are wondering if you should place a bed in front of a window, we can help with this decision. We researched suggested furniture arrangements for answers. There isn’t any set rule that says you should or …

Doubling up beds in a room is a great way to save space and accommodate more people in your home. Whether it’s for a larger family or done to increase the sleeping occupancy of a guest room, you’ll want to have enough space for other furniture. To help you with this, we’ve researched bedroom dimensions …

In October, an evening walk through your neighborhood will probably be filled with sightings of Halloween decor. But you might see more than carved pumpkins illuminating front stoops. Should you see a purple porch light, you might wonder about its meaning. We did some research and discovered some curious information. A purple porch light generally …

You can save your household a substantial amount of money if you perform the labor on home improvement projects yourself. Cutting this expense out of new wall-to-wall carpeting is no exception. If you’re thinking of doing this yourself, you probably have a few questions about the installation process. And if you are going the traditional …

For a wine drinker, there seems never to be enough adequate storage space for the collected bottles. Some wine enthusiasts have constructed wine cellars in their homes for their better vintages, while others will have just a few bottles on hand kept on tabletop wine racks. If you’re looking for a place to keep a …

For those that collect art and photographs, the unframed pieces of your favorite subjects can really pile up if you’re not careful. Selecting a frame that is just right can take a little time, and can sometimes be a bit of a financial investment. If you’ve got a good number of pieces to frame, you …

There’s nothing plainer than an undecorated tabletop in your home. When it comes to decorating a sideboard, you might need some suggestions on how best to style this larger piece of furniture. We’ve researched what others are doing, and are sure that these ideas will inspire you! There are a number of ways you could …

Decorating your home or office can be very rewarding, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t have its challenges. When it comes to the smaller details, you might be stuck on a few things. Should you add framed art or photographs, maybe you’re wondering if frames need to match or if it’s okay to have …

If you’re looking for a piece of furniture that will tie in with your existing dinette set, you might be considering a sideboard. Should you have a smaller dining area in your home, you are no doubt taking care not to commit to a piece that will crowd the room any more than you have …

Furnishing your home’s dining room in the traditional sense will require more than just the table and chairs. Many homeowners will choose to place other dining room standards among the dinette sets to make storage and display items decorative and practical. Should you be considering a sideboard for your dining room, you will want to …

You might remember your mother or father routinely flipping your mattress over as a child. Doing so will even out the mattress’s wear, similar to why you might rotate the tires on your car or truck. There are many more options with mattresses today than there might have been when you were growing up, and …

Storing furniture long-term can lead to a lot of questions. Whether you’re putting unused furniture in a spare room inside your own home or utilizing a storage unit, best practices for storing these items should be followed. When it comes to storing a bed, it’s fairly simple to store the frame, rails, and headboard, as …

Something is alluring about the sea. Maybe it’s the sound of waves crashing on the shore or the salty scent in the air. Some of us are captivated not only by the sea itself but by the ships that seem to roam over the waves freely. From one person skiffs to masted vessels, humans took …

When you hear the word hacienda, there are numerous images that probably come to mind. These Spanish plantation homes were known for their clay tile roofs, rounded doorways, and stucco siding that were painted shades of red and brown. On the interior of these dwellings, small windows were built to keep out the intense summer …

If you’ve ever shopped for outdoor furniture, you’ve probably noticed the fairly wide variety of materials it can be constructed from. Each material has pros and cons, of course. Maybe you’ve heard that aluminum furniture is the way to go but have some reservations about what a wet climate might do to the metal. Will …