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Nearly 150 people move to Austin, Texas, every day, making it the fastest-growing area in the U.S., factoring in neighboring Georgetown and Round Rock. In fact, the city doubled its population between 2000 and 2010, much to the dismay of locals who have treasured this hippie haven for decades. It’s no surprise people are flocking […]

Plants can truly make a house feel like a home. If you’ve spent months or years taking care of your plants, it can be hard to think about leaving them behind or giving them away when you move. Thankfully, plants can be moved—it just takes some good planning. How you go about moving your plants […]

Hiring the services of a moving company can be anxiety-provoking, and for good reason: you’re asking this business to be in charge of keeping all your worldly possessions safe as you move to a new place. That’s why you should always turn to a reputable moving company for help. When you choose the right company, […]

Moving can be an overwhelming prospect, but it can be made simpler if you reduce the volume of items you need to relocate. Here are four tips for downsizing when moving: Use the KonMari Method Marie Kondo’s KonMari method requires you to hold every item that you own. And what better time to go through […]

You may have seen the ads for portable storage containers and wondered whether one was right for you. Here are four reasons why you may want to use one for your next move: It’s Easy If you’ve ever loaded a moving truck yourself, then you know all about the difficulty of getting all your things […]

As parents, we try to structure our child’s life in such a way as to provide predictable routines and minimize difficult changes. However, change does occur and sometimes is a great thing for your family. One of these situations can be a move, which also means that your child will change schools. The first days […]

You probably spend as much of your waking time at home in your kitchen, cooking, tidying up, entertaining friends, and spending time with your family as you do in any other room. It consistently appears on reports of top spaces home buyers are looking for, and is it any wonder? The kitchen is the soul […]

The more complications you add on to a move, the more costly, stressful and difficult it can be to pull off successfully. Hiring a full-service moving company takes a lot of those question marks off your hands. Short-term and long-term storage options tied with moving services can meet the needs of a variety of circumstances. […]

  Antiques are irreplaceable and whether they are part of your personal collection or family heirlooms, you want to make sure they stay in their best condition. Moving antiques and fragile, important items requires even more care than is given to your average box of kitchen glasses.    Know their value – Get an Appraisal   If the […]

As Texans, we love our guns, but have you ever tried to move a full gun safe? They are notoriously heavy and hard to move – that, after all, is kind of the point. There may be weight limits to what can be moved and insured by a moving company, so give us a call if you have any questions. Hiring […]

No matter what your reason for downsizing is, here are some tips for making it less frustrating. Helping someone downsize can be an emotional experience. Where you see a houseful of stuff to sort and toss, they may see treasures, essentials, and a lifetime of memories.  Sell? Donate? Give away or throw away? Downsizing is […]

Your collection of books may seem like they are easy items to move, but you may be in for a surprise. Book collections are often more irregular shaped and heavier than you may think. One trick is to keep boxes small. The weight of all that paper and hardback covers adds up, so one way […]

There are so many shows and entire cable channels dedicated to remodeling and home upgrades, but which ones actually add value compared to their cost? What upgrades are worth the investment? Here are the six interior remodeling projects that deliver the highest return – there are 21 projects in all that are compared at remodeling.hw.net Garage door replacement […]

As a company that provides moving AND packing services, we understand that staying organized while moving helps everything run smoother, both during and after the move! If you’ve made the decision to move yourself with the help of a rented truck and a couple of friends and family members, there are a few tips we […]

So you’ve decided to start looking for a new home. That means you now have to make your home look the best that it can, so you can get the most out of your buyers. There are a few things that most realtors will tell you that can up the asking price of your home, […]

It’s hot. Really hot. It’s hot outside which means that if you didn’t prepare your home for summer, it’s probably really hot in your house. So now’s the time to get that taken care of before the double digits turn into triple digits. When those triple digits hit, you can spend that time indoors finishing […]

You’ve moved into the new house and all of the boxes are unpacked (ok, maybe MOST of the boxes). You sit down to enjoy a cup of coffee on the back patio and think, “Hmmm, this really needs a water feature. It also needs flowers and butterflies. Where are all the birds?” With all of […]

Here in Texas, the temperatures hit the mid 90’s around June, and through July and August, we regularly hit triple digits. This also means that our electric bills reach triple digits, as our AC units are running around the clock. But there are things that you can do around your home to keep it cooler […]

Peter Rabbit – Movie in the Park June 9, 2018, 7:30 PM @ Hawkins Spring Park (1387 FM 1387, Midlothian, TX 76065) Admission: Free Bring your chairs, blankets and coolers to Hawkins Spring Park and enjoy the show. There will be a special Egg Hunt for prizes! Rain out date is June 16th. Storyline: Peter […]

Whether you’ve outgrown your home, decided to add a home office, or need to expand your kitchen to include a sitting area, adding on to your home requires a substantial amount of planning and effort. There are permits to acquire, permissions that are required, and budgets to keep. Some people wonder if it isn’t just […]

So, you have sold the house and are moving to a new one. The kids are super excited about bigger rooms and new adventures! But now here comes the task of packing up their rooms in an organized fashion. Whether you are using a moving company or doing it yourself, there are a few things […]

Spring is in the air and summer is just around the corner. Here are some of the exciting things that are blooming and booming around Midlothian. Midlothian Wine & Arts Festival April 28th, 2018 from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Downtown Midlothian The Downtown Area will be the happening place to be this weekend as […]

It’s a beautiful day outside. The sun is shining; the birds are chirping. You decide to open a window and let the warm breeze blow through, only to discover two inches of dust on your window sills from last spring. Now’s the time for Spring cleaning to get the house sparkling so that you can […]

Happy New Year! It may be cold, but there exciting things happening in Midlothian! Monday, January 22 Even Better Balance Workout Class, 1:00pm-2:00pm First United Methodist Church Family Center Want to improve your balance, coordination, leg strength, or posture? Join the Live Well Midlothian movement! We will be performing exercises that can be done sitting […]

Winter is coming and it is time to prepare your home. Avoid spending your extra time on repairs or handling a disaster with a few Winter home care preventative measures. Outdoor furniture may not be utilized as much during colder weather but if you are not able to bring it all inside, make sure it […]

The festivities are planned and the guests arrive, but after everyone goes home and the plates are licked clean, it’s just you (and your family) and a mess. Here are tips for a faster and easier clean up. For starters, take a breath. There is no pressure to clean up the moment everyone has walked […]

The Federal Healthy Homes Work group named 8 components of a healthy home: Pest free, dry, safe, contaminant free, well-ventilated, well-maintained, thermal controlled, and clean. Most homeowners do well to follow this checklist, but certain oversights may be inviting allergens and contributing to poor health. Here are some mistakes that we make and solutions to […]

Now that the jack-o-lanterns are recycled and the kids have gone through their candy, it is time to lay out the gourds for Thanksgiving Day. Hosting does not have to be stressful. The secret is all in the planning. Here is a helpful guide to ensure that your meal is a triumph!   3 weeks […]

  Half of all the energy we use in our homes goes toward heating and cooling with water usage following close behind. Families can spend hundreds of dollars a month on utility bills but there are ways to cut down those numbers. Many utility companies offer free energy audits and it’s worth taking advantage of. […]

Barbeque, burgers, and ribeye steaks…you dream of making these on your own patio, but which grill should you invest in? Walking into any home store can be overwhelming and you don’t want to come home with the wrong setup for your wants and needs. Here are tips for choosing the right grill. Usage First things […]

Over the last decade, home automation has become increasingly popular. It is estimated that by 2020 the number of connected devices is expected to grow to 26 billion. There are many advantages to having automatic and electronic control of household features and activities. Here is how you can benefit and some of the features available. […]

We love our dogs and cats, but when it comes time to purchase a new couch or chair, we have to be realistic. That velvet armchair catches your eye, but there is no way you could keep it and let Fido snuggle with you while watching Netflix. Selecting the best furniture fabric is more complicated […]