5 Halloween Tips for Homeowners

We all know that safety is an issue on Halloween night when little ghouls and goblins take to the streets, but mini Spidermen and Princesses are not the only ones who should brush up on their safety tips.  Homeowners must take precautions to protect their ghoulish guests and secure themselves and their property this Wednesday.

Here are some tips to remember:

1. Know your City's specific guidelines for the big night.  If Trick or Treating hours are from 5-7 and someone comes knocking at 11:45, think twice about opening the door. Note: Central Indiana municipalities have set their trick or treating hours ranging anywhere from 5-9 this Wednesday.
2. Make sure your yard and walkway are clear of clutter such as ladders, hoses, dog leashes or flower pots that could be trip hazards for little ones and parents.
3. Never leave real flames unattended, even in a jackolantern.  If you're looking to light your path with some pumpkin faces, consider battery powered lamps.
4. Paper or cloth yard decorations are a hazard around jackolantern flames or candles as well.
5. Pets get frightened easily on Halloween with the costumes and excitement and incessant doorbell ringing.  It is best to put them up to protect them from cars or altercations with passersby.

Have fun, be safe, and don't be the house handing out toothbrushes!

Happy Halloween!

Bob Vila's Sneaky Storage Ideas

Hammocks, flip flops, grilling supplies, and those favorite swim trunks.  It's time to say see-ya-later to your Summertime fun and break out the firewood, cozy sweaters, and holiday decorations.

Need a place to store all those Summertime items and running out of room?  Storage doesn't have to equal space-consuming boxes and crates thrown into a closet.  There are tons of creative ways to use every inch of storage space that you didn't know you had. 

Check out Bob Vila's Sneaky Storage Ideas!

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It's time to Winterize!

It's time to winterize!  We have been very busy building beautiful homes here at Rockyege, but we wanted to pass along this great article with 19 simple winterizing projects.  Enjoy!

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