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This local company in Houston is helping neighbors power on through outages, without permitting issues
Read full article: This local company in Houston is helping neighbors power on through outages, without permitting issuesBelieve it or not, some people in Houston do not experience outage anxiety during a storm. That is because they have the right backup power system. However, not everybody can install a whole-home generator at home, which is where Bronco Power comes in. The Bronco Power Boost is a solution for homeowners who find permitting issues are stopping them from installing a whole-home generator.
The latest design trends to bring into your home this Fall
Read full article: The latest design trends to bring into your home this FallFrom decorating with darker colors to mixed metals - see how you can incorporate these trends into your home design and style. Visit www.StarFurniture.com to learn more.
Driver flees after crashing into northwest Houston house, baffling homeowner
Read full article: Driver flees after crashing into northwest Houston house, baffling homeownerA homeowner in northwest Houston is still trying to figure out what happened after a driver crashed into her home overnight Monday and took off.
‘Think Pink’ at Star Furniture; incorporating bold colors in your home while supporting breast cancer awareness
Read full article: ‘Think Pink’ at Star Furniture; incorporating bold colors in your home while supporting breast cancer awarenessStar Furniture has tips that can help with common design dilemmas, and this time – we are focusing on bringing bold colors into your home.
Why now is a great time to get your home ready for fall guests
Read full article: Why now is a great time to get your home ready for fall guestsIt's fall, y'all! That means it's football season and the holidays will be here before you know it. If you're planning to host friends and family but your furniture is in need of a refresh, shop local at Living Designs Furniture and get a custom piece you'll love for a lifetime.
‘Forged’ deed gets transferred back to intended parents defrauded in nationwide surrogacy scandal
Read full article: ‘Forged’ deed gets transferred back to intended parents defrauded in nationwide surrogacy scandalA five-acre piece of property in northeast Houston that once belonged to a Houston surrogacy company is now owned by a trust that will one day be able to repay families who accuse the company of fraud, according to records.
Hurricane, fire, or flood…Here is how to prepare for the next disaster in Houston
Read full article: Hurricane, fire, or flood…Here is how to prepare for the next disaster in HoustonIt has been nearly 6 weeks since Hurricane Beryl and many Houstonians are still cleaning up the mess. Local business frontier services have been on the frontline helping people after disaster strikes.
No, you are not old! Your swollen legs might be a sign of vein disease here is how to find out…
Read full article: No, you are not old! Your swollen legs might be a sign of vein disease here is how to find out…If your legs feel heavy, achy, or even swollen throughout the day that is not just something that comes with age. Dr. Tonie Reincke of Reincke Vein Center in Sugar Land said these symptoms could be signs of something more serious, like vein disease.
How to protect yourself from becoming a victim of property title fraud
Read full article: How to protect yourself from becoming a victim of property title fraudImagine this, you have owned your home for over a decade, and you can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. You make enough to pay your monthly bills, help your kids with paying for college, and even take the occasional vacation. Then, in an instant, your financial life is crushed!
‘They just gave daddy a new lease on life’: Volunteers help elderly man living in damaged Houston home
Read full article: ‘They just gave daddy a new lease on life’: Volunteers help elderly man living in damaged Houston homeMore than 200 volunteers with The Restoration Team spent 6 months ripping out moldy sheetrock and putting 87-year-old George Tisdale’s home back together. Since the non-profit started after Hurricane Harvey with members of just 4 churches, it has grown. Pulling in and putting people to work from here and across the country.
How a popular sectional design can be modified to create a designer living room
Read full article: How a popular sectional design can be modified to create a designer living roomWe're taking you inside the factory of Houston-based Living Designs Furniture where their team of designers will work with you to create the furniture pieces you've always wanted. Designer Sarah Zubowski shows us how she took a popular sectional design and transformed it to create a high-end designer look.
Real estate expert Lily Jang breaks down the latest trends in the Houston housing market
Read full article: Real estate expert Lily Jang breaks down the latest trends in the Houston housing marketWhether you're considering buying, selling, or renovating a home, timing can be everything. Real estate expert Lily Jang shares the latest on the Houston housing market and offers advice for getting your home prepared for the next major weather event.
Can this white sofa really hold up against a glass of red wine?
Read full article: Can this white sofa really hold up against a glass of red wine?If you've had your eye on one of those trendy white sofas but you're worried you won't be able to keep it clean, you've got to see some of the performance fabrics from Houston-based Living Designs Furniture. It's a family-owned and operated company and the furniture is made to order using locally-sourced, high-quality materials.
Let this showroom in the Galleria area help inspire your next remodel
Read full article: Let this showroom in the Galleria area help inspire your next remodelOn Sage Road in the Galleria, you’ll find the Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove Houston showroom. This space takes the idea of a showroom to the next level. Think of it more as an experience where you’ll not only get an idea of how an appliance might look in your own home but you’ll get to see it in action. Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove corporate chef, Colin Shine explained that the showroom is “really a unique opportunity to show off our family of brands."
Ask Amy: 13 things to ask before you hire a roofer
Read full article: Ask Amy: 13 things to ask before you hire a rooferTexas is the only Gulf State that doesn’t license roofers. Anybody can call themselves a roofer. That’s why you have to protect yourself. Investigator Amy Davis has a list of what you should ask before hiring a roofing contractor.
How a local mom found affordable, custom furniture and transformed her home
Read full article: How a local mom found affordable, custom furniture and transformed her homeLocal mom Brittany Franklin knew she wanted to upgrade her home, but instead of moving into a new place, she and her husband decided to focus on making their current home work better for them. So they upgraded virtually every room in their home with brand new, custom-made furniture from Living Designs Furniture -- a local, family-owned company where quality, locally-sourced materials and excellent craftsmanship are what keep customers coming back.
Help for first-time home buyers in the Houston area
Read full article: Help for first-time home buyers in the Houston areaIf you are a first-time home buyer in the Houston area, there may be help available for you. From grants to assistance with funding, there are some options for those looking to finance a home in the Houston area.
Know the difference: Repair or replace your washing machine
Read full article: Know the difference: Repair or replace your washing machineWe’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has what to consider before you fix or nix.
‘DRAINED’ Results: Homeowner finally in new home after massive water bill issue
Read full article: ‘DRAINED’ Results: Homeowner finally in new home after massive water bill issueFor the first time in nearly six years a Houston victim of hurricane Harvey is waking up in her own bed in a brand new home. It wasn’t just the floodwaters that kept Julia Benjamin from getting back home. A $39,000 City of Houston water bill almost kept her from getting the new home she qualified for from the Texas General Land office.
Expert Tips on How to Wrap Pipes and Get Your Home Ready for Icy Conditions
Read full article: Expert Tips on How to Wrap Pipes and Get Your Home Ready for Icy ConditionsIt is important to get your home ready when temperatures drop. When icy conditions arrive pipes can burst, you may find your heating system needed a service, your gutters can come crashing down. Watch these tips from an expert to learn how you can be ready and avoid some of the pitfalls when the temperature falls.
Is your home winter-ready? Tips to help protect your home from freezing temperatures
Read full article: Is your home winter-ready? Tips to help protect your home from freezing temperaturesWith freezing temperatures headed our way next week, here are some tips on how homeowners and renters can make their homes “winter-ready.”
How to keep your plants extra healthy on national houseplant day
Read full article: How to keep your plants extra healthy on national houseplant dayJemine Oakes with local plant shop The Flora Culture stops by Houston Life with her expert tips to keep your indoor house plants happy and healthy during the winter months.
For the home: Easy tips to refresh a space without spending a lot of money
Read full article: For the home: Easy tips to refresh a space without spending a lot of moneyDee Brown, TV personality and Home Design Content Creator shares her pro tips on how to refresh a space, adding style and function, without breaking the bank.
‘Outraged on his behalf’: Family makes plea to save their home near site of future Aldine ISD football stadium
Read full article: ‘Outraged on his behalf’: Family makes plea to save their home near site of future Aldine ISD football stadiumA family hoping to save their home made another plea to the Aldine Independent School District on Tuesday night, with a room full of supporters behind them.
Inside KPRC 2′S 10TH annual Habitat for Humanity Houston home dedication day
Read full article: Inside KPRC 2′S 10TH annual Habitat for Humanity Houston home dedication dayWith countless hours of hard work, and help from our amazing build partners, a mother and daughter will finally be able to enjoy their beautiful new home.
Get your dream furniture for entertaining guests with Living Designs Furniture
Read full article: Get your dream furniture for entertaining guests with Living Designs FurnitureLooking for stylish and comfortable furniture for entertaining guests? Check out Living Designs Furniture, a local family-owned business that offers quality pieces at affordable prices. Follow Derrick as he shows you how to customize your perfect piece and save with this month's deals.
Looking to save money? You might qualify for free weatherization updates for your home
Read full article: Looking to save money? You might qualify for free weatherization updates for your homeWe are always looking for ways to save you money. The Texas summer heat means you are probably using more electricity to cool off your home. Viewer Don Conger emailed Investigator Amy Davis and said his utility bills are sky-high. He’s looking for a company that will do a home energy audit to show him things he can do in his home to conserve electricity.
Spencer Solves It helps save Houston man’s home from dead trees threatening to come crashing down
Read full article: Spencer Solves It helps save Houston man’s home from dead trees threatening to come crashing downAt 57 years old, Edward Stewart walks me through the story of his life through pictures of his life. Throughout that life, Edward has always cherished the privilege of hard work.
Spencer Solves It helps 77-year-old army veteran with storm damage
Read full article: Spencer Solves It helps 77-year-old army veteran with storm damageHarry, a Vietnam veteran who lost his wife a short time ago, lost his ability to do many of the things he loves after he was stricken with Parkinson’s disease.
Couple’s mobile home left in middle of north Houston street after mover’s tow hitch breaks
Read full article: Couple’s mobile home left in middle of north Houston street after mover’s tow hitch breaksA home dropped in the middle of Malcolm Drive Tuesday in north Houston is turning heads and causing traffic problems.
Harris County residents facing eviction can apply for defense program starting in April. See if you qualify
Read full article: Harris County residents facing eviction can apply for defense program starting in April. See if you qualifyThe new Harris County Eviction Program will start accepting applications for those facing evictions in April after the program was recently approved at commissioner’s court, according to a release.
Florida woman says she paid Christal Clear Designs over six-figures for home renovations and the company never showed up
Read full article: Florida woman says she paid Christal Clear Designs over six-figures for home renovations and the company never showed upA woman in Florida is speaking out, claiming she paid Christal Clear Designs over six figures for interior design work but the company never came to her home.
Taking a sweet peek at Round Top Collection’s Valentine’s decor and more
Read full article: Taking a sweet peek at Round Top Collection’s Valentine’s decor and moreRound Top Collection is a Houston FAV for gifts and home décor. The Houston Life team headed to their Katy location to get an exclusive look at their Valentine’s collection, and even a pop of what they have in store for spring!
Is your home winter ready? Here are some tips to help protect your home from freezing temperatures
Read full article: Is your home winter ready? Here are some tips to help protect your home from freezing temperaturesWith freezing temperatures headed our way this week, AAA Texas is reminding homeowners and renters how to prepare and maintain homes during inclement weather to avoid winter-related repairs.
For your home: DIY and custom doormats!
Read full article: For your home: DIY and custom doormats!With the holiday season in full swing, we’ve got a fun DIY project you can do at home, FOR YOUR HOME. Or you can gift one to a friend or family member for Christmas! Houston Native Eboni Roberts, Founder and Creative Director of Kicky Mats stopped by to demonstrate this creative and artsy craft with Courtney and Katherine—guest hosting for Derrick Shore today!
PHOTOS: New build in River Oaks -- See the estate on the market for $12.5M with clean lines, custom details and oh-so-much wood and stone
Read full article: PHOTOS: New build in River Oaks -- See the estate on the market for $12.5M with clean lines, custom details and oh-so-much wood and stoneRiver Oaks -- one of the most sought-after, expensive, oldest and storied neighborhoods in Houston -- is known for its expansive mansions and now it has another on the market that’s decidedly new. Like brand, brand-new.
Houston Home + Garden Show
Read full article: Houston Home + Garden ShowThe Houston Home + Garden Show has everything for the home, inside and out, and its inhabitants from humans to fur babies. This year there is a Sports Lounge, Designer Shed Village, a ‘Made in Texas’ area and PETopia with Houston Humane Society Pet Adoptions and special product makers like Jessie’s Bites.
Should you repair or replace your HVAC system?
Read full article: Should you repair or replace your HVAC system?As a homeowner, one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make about your air conditioner and heater is when it’s time for a new unit. So how are you supposed to know when it’s time to replace part or your entire HVAC system?
Should you repair or replace your HVAC system?
Read full article: Should you repair or replace your HVAC system?As a homeowner, one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make about your air conditioner and heater is when it’s time for a new unit. So how are you supposed to know when it’s time to replace part or your entire HVAC system?
6 arrested, home condemned by fire marshal after drug bust in west Houston, HCSO says
Read full article: 6 arrested, home condemned by fire marshal after drug bust in west Houston, HCSO saysSix people were arrested during a search warrant of a home in west Houston, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
KPRC 2 Investigates ways to save while shopping for scratch and dent appliances
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates ways to save while shopping for scratch and dent appliancesAs the price of everything goes up, you may be asking about ways to save. Our KPRC 2 team is finding ways to help your family save money. Today, we are looking into how to get lower prices on big-ticket appliances, and what you need to know about buying scratch and dent products.
Ask Amy: Is turning up the A/C to conserve electricity bad for your home?
Read full article: Ask Amy: Is turning up the A/C to conserve electricity bad for your home?We know turning up the a/c helps conserve energy during these hot summer months, but making it warmer inside good for your home? Amy gets answers and has a few tips from the experts for preventing mold growth.
Driver slams car into home in The Heights, causing major damage; Neighbors are blaming speed
Read full article: Driver slams car into home in The Heights, causing major damage; Neighbors are blaming speedA car slammed into a home in The Heights on Sunday and neighbors in the area say speed is to blame.
Harris County homeowners have until May 16 to protest the value of their home. Here are 3 things to know before you file.
Read full article: Harris County homeowners have until May 16 to protest the value of their home. Here are 3 things to know before you file.Harris County residents who plan to protest the market value of their home due to an error have until next month to file, the Harris County Appraisal District said.
Years after Harvey, Houston homeowner says his home is still in need of repairs
Read full article: Years after Harvey, Houston homeowner says his home is still in need of repairsThe homeowner says not much has changed since Hurricane Harvey, no repairs have been made to his home and there's no electricity or heat.
The pros and cons of laminate flooring
Read full article: The pros and cons of laminate flooringWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!
Man with several warrants barricaded inside home in Bacliff, authorities say
Read full article: Man with several warrants barricaded inside home in Bacliff, authorities sayOfficers with the Kemah Police Department and Galveston County Sheriff’s Office have set up a perimeter around a home in Bacliff where a man is allegedly barricaded inside.
Top 5 most popular floors
Read full article: Top 5 most popular floorsWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!
The benefits of investing in new floors
Read full article: The benefits of investing in new floorsWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!
New year, new flooring trends
Read full article: New year, new flooring trendsWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!
New year, new floors for your home
Read full article: New year, new floors for your homeWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!
Woman found dead, man injured at northwest Harris County home, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman found dead, man injured at northwest Harris County home, sheriff saysHarris County Precinct 4 deputies are investigating after they said a woman was found dead and a man was found injured at a home in northwest Harris County.
The latest in flooring advancements
Read full article: The latest in flooring advancementsWhat makes 50 Floor so unique is they bring the shopping experience to you. A representative will come directly to your home and bring hundreds of samples so you can see what looks best with your furniture, in your lighting, and with the rest of your home. They carry a variety of options from tile, carpet, vinyl, laminate, and more!