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Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Why Crawl Spaces Help Home Maintenance
When homeowners buy a property the notion of crawls spaces to aid home maintenance is rarely a consideration. And yet, these are essential areas to help you and the professionals you hire to maintain your home. Read on to learn…
Wall-Mounted vs Tabletop Vanity – How to Choose
When homeowners come to decorate their bathrooms one of the big decisions is wall-mounted vs tabletop vanity mirror. Which would you prefer? Sometimes, you need to consider not only your personal preference but also the situation and space in the…
A Metal Shed in the Backyard – Top Reasons to Have One
Many homeowners overlook the value of a metal shed in the backyard, but think again. There are so many reasons why this is a good investment. Read on to learn our top reasons to have a metal shed on your…
Top Home Storage Solutions for Flexibility
A working home can be made incredibly functional using some flexible home storage solutions. Experienced homeowners understand the advantage of maximising storage in any living space. Read on to learn our top ideas for storage in the home. Photo by Timur…
How to Make a Solo Space Feel Less Lonely – Top Tips
Whether you are housesitting on your own, or you rent alone or you are a solo homeowner, consider these ideas on how to make your solo space less lonely. There are several strategies you can employ to create a sense…
How to Make Window Replacement Easy – Top Tips
Many a homeowner balks at the idea of a DIY window preplacement project. Read on to learn our top tips if you are considering replacing a window, to make the project more manageable. How to Make Window Replacement Quick and…
How House Sitters Help Families with Elder Transition
Are you a house sitter? Have you ever been asked to be present in a home to help in unusual ways? House sitters help families all the time, not just for house sitting and pet sitting, but in unusual and…
Top Pet Centred Design Features in Apartments
If you are a pet owner doubtless the design of your home will need to adapt to your pet. Pet centred design is increasingly a factor in the design of homes, especially for example in apartment design in Los Angeles.…
Is it Best to Buy or Rent a Home? Top Considerations
If you have always wanted to be a homeowner but not yet taken the plunge, it is worth debating is it better to buy or rent a home? Read on to learn all the factors to review in order to…