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5 Ways to Boost Curb Appeal

12. July 2010

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A recent article on Remodelingcenter.com discussed 10 Ways to boost curb appeal. All ideas were good, however some more practical then others. Based on what they said – here are my top 5 favorites which I wanted to share with you. 1. Upgrade the Front Door A new front door instantly enhances your home's appearance, and [...]

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Don’t try this at home: When you should leave home-improvement projects to the experts

7. July 2010

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Seattle Times recently published an article about home improvement projects do-it-yourselfers (DIYs) should not do. This is a great article and I will briefly recap a few basic points: Look at the tools required for the job. Jayme Tip: Most home accidents happen when people use power tools, saws and ladders improperly. If you don’t have [...]

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Jayme’s New Marketing Card

30. June 2010

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Well, it took 30 days of thinking about this and I have finally came up with my new marketing piece. Please let me know what you think! - Jayme Mattson http://jaymemattson.com

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9 Ways to Add Curb Appeal

9. June 2010

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Looking for quick updates for your kitchen? Don’t hire a contractor – there are easy things you can do yourself. Better Home and Garden’s Remodeling Center has a lot of ideas. Jayme Tip: Check out second hand stores for inventory before purchasing from Home Depot or Lowes; not only will you save money, you [...]

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8 Quick Kitchen Updates

7. June 2010

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Looking for quick updates for your kitchen? Don’t hire a contractor – there are easy things you can do yourself. Better Home and Garden’s Remodeling Center has a lot of ideas. 1. Add a splash of red in a white or neutral kitchen. Red stimulates the appetite, improves one’s sense of smell, and sensitizes [...]

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Winterize Your Plumbing!

13. January 2010

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Remember to winterize your plumbing to protect your plumbing from freezing. Jayme Tips: 1- Unthread any hoses from the outside hose bibs (faucet). 2- Turn off valves that protect plumbing in outside areas and cold walls (open fixture to release pressure) 3- Insulate hose bibs in extreme cold conditions. 4- Locate main water shut off for people in home. 5- If [...]

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