Whether you’re looking to buy a new home in Scottsdale or just want a kitchen makeover for your current home, you should keep your children in mind when it comes to this part of the home. After all, the kitchen is a popular spot for all members of the family. Check out these ways to make your kitchen more accessible and comfortable for the youngest members of the household. Lots of Counter Continue Reading
How to prepare your Scottsdale home for winter
Winter might not officially start until December 22 this year, but that date's going to sneak up on us with all the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Plus, it gets chilly in Arizona long before that, so you need to start preparing your Scottsdale home for the cold weather by the time Thanksgiving is here. When you get the following chores done in November, you can relax and enjoy the cooler Continue Reading
5 ways to improve the curb appeal of your North Scottsdale home
Whether you are hoping to sell your North Scottsdale home or simply want to fix it up so you can enjoy it for years, there are a few easy ways to make it look more appealing from the outside. The best part is that many of these improvements are fast and easy to do, allowing you to start enjoying the results within a few days! 1. Replace Your Exterior Doors Replacing your front door with Continue Reading
How to destroy your pool
**Don’s note: Today, we turn the blog over to one of our fantastic partners, Chad Nikkel, at Aquaman Pools. Enjoy his easy guide to keeping your pool and spa clean and happy! We’re pool guys. Pools are what we do. Every day. There are some parts of the job we love, and other parts…not so much. One of the least fun parts of our job is delivering bad news. Continue Reading
Prepare to paint your Scottsdale home with 2016’s Colors of the Year
If you're looking for a quick way to get a new look for your Scottsdale home, why not paint your walls a different color? Whether you decide to paint the whole house or just want an accent wall in your living room, it can be tough to choose the right color. That's why you should turn to the experts at major paint companies like Behr, Sherwin-Williams, Glidden, and Benjamin Moore for some ideas on Continue Reading
5 ways to get your Scottsdale home ready for fall
The temperature is now in the double digits and dropping, and that means Scottsdale residents can finally embrace the fall season. Not only are Halloween and Thanksgiving fast approaching, but so is the beautiful, cooler weather Arizonans know to expect this time of year. Once you get out your boots and scarves, the only thing left to do is prepare your Scottsdale home for fall. These tips will Continue Reading
Update your North Scottsdale home by painting the kitchen cabinets
If you’re looking for ways to update your North Scottsdale home, consider painting your kitchen cabinets. This is an easy way to improve the most important room in your home within days. It’s also a great way to help you home stand out when you’re ready to sell it. Before you get started, find out the benefits of painting your kitchen cabinets, which colors you should use, and tips that can help Continue Reading
5 home improvement projects for your Scottsdale DC Ranch Home
Whether you plan to sell your DC Ranch home soon or want to enjoy many years in it, knowing this year's most popular remodeling projects can help. The projects below are popular right now because they can increase the return on investment when it's time to sell your home. Check them out below for some renovation inspiration. 1. Quartz Countertops Granite countertops have been popular for years, Continue Reading
Spruce up your Scottsdale home in DC Ranch with a fresh coat of paint in the kitchen
If you’re looking for a way to refresh your home in DC Ranch, the kitchen is a great place to start. More specifically, you can paint the walls a color that will set a certain mood. If you’re tired of having plain white or a neutral color on your walls, check out which paint colors are popular for kitchens right now and the fascinating psychology behind color choice. Pale Yellow A lot of Continue Reading
Spring landscape makeover: hiring the right professional for your project | DC Ranch
It's not quite spring, but the weather sure feels like it here in DC Ranch, and along with it comes the urge to head outside and revamp your yard. Whether your landscape makeover requires changes to the hardscaping (patios, driveways, structures such as firepits, outdoor kitchens) or soft-scaping (plants and turf), odds are you will probably need a professional to help you tackle your Continue Reading
Home Project Helper: a free vetted resource for your home improvement projects
Are you thinking about putting your DC Ranch home on the market but know you need some updates to lure a buyer from your competition? On the fence about that home project that needs to be tackled to bring your home up to date? Just not sure who to trust these days when selecting a vendor for a home remodel project? Well, with a little help from our friends at the Arizona Registrar Continue Reading
Selling your home? Set yourself apart from the competition with a tiled garage floor
If you're selling your home, here is an idea to set yourself apart from the competition: transform your garage into “man cave” with a tiled floor. It’s no surprise with the amount of car collector auctions that ring in the New Year annually in Scottsdale, vehicles are a much prized possession for many a local homeowner. Many Scottsdale garages become man caves where hours on end Continue Reading
How to discover and eliminate water leaks in your home that may be costing you a fortune
Water is a precious commodity whether you live in the "Land of 10,000 Lakes” or in the Southwest desert. And a water leak can run up your water bill and cost you hundreds of dollars a year without you even realizing it. Some leaks go undetected for years, especially in vacation homes that are only occupied several months a year, which is very typical in sunny Arizona. A common example Continue Reading
Why your home should have carbon monoxide detectors
If you have any flame-fueled appliances in your home, a gas fireplace, or an attached garage, carbon monoxide detectors are a must-have item for the safety of you and your family. Carbon monoxide is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America. Carbon monoxide is odorless, tasteless, and you can't see it. Inside your home, it is caused from any incomplete Continue Reading
Timely: Outdoor holiday decorating and 3 safety tips for DC Ranch homeowners | Scottsdale
It is apparent the moment you drive though any DC Ranch neighborhood that DC Ranch is a special place to live because of the foresight of the developers and the guidelines set for the community. Here are community guidelines plus 3 safety tips for outdoor holiday decorating at DC Ranch. From mid-January to October community guidelines for exterior decor is structured Continue Reading
Did you know that mistletoe is indigenous to the Sonoran Desert?
Most people have heard of mistletoe and the tradition of hanging it at this time a year for a sweet kiss or two while standing directly under the lucky plant. Its history goes back to the old Druid beliefs that it brought good luck, health, prosperity, a good harvest and even marriage. Did you know that mistletoe is indigenous to the Sonoran Desert? Desert mistletoe is a year round common plant Continue Reading
5 tips for selecting a real Christmas tree for your DC Ranch home, and keeping it fresh
It's less than 20 days to Christmas! If you're like us and still haven't bought or decorated your tree yet, here are 5 tips for selecting and keeping the perfect real Christmas tree for your DC Ranch home: 1. Where is the tree going to be placed? Before deciding on the size of the tree be sure you select a space away from sources of heat (heating ducts or direct sunlight). The Continue Reading
Electric bills breaking the bank? Try these home energy savings tips | DC Ranch
Habits are difficult to break, but what if we told you that the incentive to change is more than just some loose change in your pocket? By incorporating a few or all of these energy saving tips into your lifestyle, you can save hundreds of dollars a year on your home’s electricity bill. Close the refrigerator door! You probably don’t need that extra piece of cake anyway, so if Continue Reading
Give your DC Ranch home a mini-makeover with Hinckley’s custom interior lighting
One of the easiest, least time-consuming projects a homeowner can take on to create dramatic interior effect and to update their home is lighting. It often comes with a price tag, but the changes can be stunning and “worth their weight” when it comes to resale value. If you have future plans to put your DC Ranch home on the market, why not take advantage of this mini make-over long before Continue Reading
Opening your winter home: a checklist for returning snowbirds | DC Ranch
Many of our local homeowners leave their primary residence in other parts of the country and come to their secondary home in DC Ranch to enjoy the warm winters in Scottsdale's Sonoran Desert. Arriving to a clean and prepared home is an inviting and rewarding experience. We've put together a convenient checklist to help you get your Arizona home ready for your Continue Reading
2 free recycling alternatives for old phones, electronics and appliances near DC Ranch
Clearing away clutter is something many of us do when we're getting ready for a special event at our homes, preparing our home for selling, remodeling, or when we're just in the mood for some spring cleaning. To help you get rid of old electronics gadgets including old phones, computers, printers and tablets, here are two free recycling alternatives near DC Ranch. (Don't throw your Continue Reading
