Katie Sheppard's Blog Posts

Choosing a Walkway Deicer

Are you prepared for winter weather? Here are some things that you can look for to help choose the right deicer for your walkways.https://blog.homekeepr.com/choosing-a-walkway-deicer?utm_source

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Seed Starting 101

Depending on where you live and what you’re planting in your garden, here are a few different ways to get seeds started for your garden this year.https://blog.homekeepr.com/seed-starting-101

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Is Your Yard Equipment Ready for Spring?

Before you dive into all those spring tasks, here are a few things you should do to keep your mowers, tillers, and everything else running smoothly.https://blog.homekeepr.com/is-your-yard-equipment

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Is This the Year to Repaint Your Home?

Are you wondering if it’s time to repaint? Let’s walk through some of the biggest signs that it’s time to break out the buckets and brushes.https://blog.homekeepr.com/is-this-the

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Sliding Barn Doors for Beginners

Thinking about installing a sliding barn door in your home? There's a lot to consider before making a final decision. Here's a list of items to keep in mind.Thinking about installing a sliding barn

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Watch for These Signs of Unwelcome Visitors

There are different types of pests that can occupy a house at any time. Here's a list of what to look out for to know if you have any unwelcomed visitors.https://blog.homekeepr.com/watch-for-these

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Pre-Qualified or Pre-Approved? What’s the Difference?

Understanding the difference between being pre-qualified and pre-approved for a mortgage is important when shopping for a home. Here is more info.https://blog.homekeepr.com/pre-qualified-or-pre

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Do You Need a Water Leak Detector?

Leaks in a home can be a major problem, especially if they occur while you’re away or in places you can’t easily access. Here's how leak detectors can help.https://blog.homekeepr.com/do

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Ready to Refinish Your Cabinets? You Have Options!

There are lots of ways to give your cabinets a new look, whether you prefer something more classic or super contemporary. Here are a few to.

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Should You Spring for an Insulated Garage Door?

When it comes to choosing your next garage door, one of the biggest decision points is whether or not to opt for insulation. Here's some info to.

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Tips and Tricks for Persistent Drafts

Do you have a persistent draft in your home? Here are ways to locate it and solve the problem so you can save money in home heating and cooling costs.Tips and Tricks for Persistent

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Should You DIY Your Holiday Lighting?

Great holiday lighting can be awe inspiring. Have you thought about hiring a pro to do this for you? Here are a few things to consider.Should You DIY Your Holiday?

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When It Pays to Upgrade Your Thermostat

If you want to get the most out of your heating and cooling and save money in the long term, it may be time to upgrade your thermostat. Here's how they.

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The Home Mortgage Refinance Process

When rates are low, it can seem like the ideal time to refinance your mortgage. There are lots of good reasons to refinance, but what’s really involved?https://blog.homekeepr.com/the-home

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Putting Your Vegetables to Bed This Fall

The end of gardening season is never pretty, but there’s an art to putting the garden to bed that can increase your yields. Here are tips to help.https://blog.homekeepr.com/putting-your

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Dealing With Foundation Erosion

Erosion can be a big problem so it’s important to not only recognize the signs, but also how to deal with it and repair any damage that’s already been.

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Pantry Organization for Preppers

Organization is a key part of successful prepping, so if you want to have an effective pantry, here are a few organizational tips to keep in mind.https://blog.homekeepr.com/pantry-organization-for

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Public Spaces and Social Distancing

With many areas reopening businesses or releasing a roadmap for reopening, here are some things to keep in mind to keep you safe as restrictions change.https://blog.homekeepr.com/public-spaces-and

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Considering a DIY Interior Paint Job?

It’s important you don’t rush into a DIY painting project. Here are a few things to think about to ensure your project turns out exactly how you want it.https://blog.homekeepr.com

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Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

Is this a good time to consider buying a new home, assuming that it’s even safe to do so? The answer may be surprising.https://blog.homekeepr.com/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy?sharedby=katie

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New Real Estate Rules Under Social Distancing

https://blog.homekeepr.com/new-real-estate-rules-under-social-distancing?sharedby=katie-sheppardIf you’re thinking of selling or are in the market to buy, here are a few new "rules" to keep in

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DIY: Raised Bed Gardening

Planning out a garden can help keep you occupied and will yield a variety of healthy vegetables and other foods later in the year. Here's how to get started.https://blog.homekeepr.com/diy-raised-bed

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Activities You Can Do With the Whole Family

With the state of the world as it is, families are spending more time at home than ever. Here are some family-friendly activities to help pass the time.https://blog.homekeepr.com/activities-you-can

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What You Need to Know About Debt Consolidation

https://blog.homekeepr.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-debt-consolidation?sharedby=katie-sheppardDebt consolidation can reduce multiple items to a single payment with a single interest rate, making

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Cleaning Services: A Cost-Benefit Approach

Not sure whether you actually want to spend the money on a cleaning service? Let us help you decide.https://blog.homekeepr.com/cleaning-services-a-cost-benefit-approach?sharedby=katie

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