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Is It Mold or Water Damage?

Identifying mold and water damage and addressing these issues promptly is crucial for maintaining a healthy and safe living environment. Here are some tips to help you distinguish between mold and water damage and then what you can do about it.

Identifying Mold

Firstly, let’s identify... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 9-28-2023

End of Summer Home Maintenance

As summer comes to an end, it's a good time to perform some home maintenance tasks to prepare for the transition to the cooler months. Here are some end-of-summer home maintenance tasks you should add to your to-do list.

Give Attention to Gutters

Remove leaves, debris,... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 8-30-2023

Tips for Beating the Heat

We always build our Ripple Creek Homes with the highest quality materials. This includes what goes behind your walls. All electricity, HVAC, and insulation is the latest in regards to codes and standards. Which translates to a better temperature-controlled house and bigger savings on... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 7-31-2023

Ways to Use or Dispose of Weeds

For many, summertime is a season of battle. You and your pristine lawn against persistent unwanted weeds. If you would like some tips on how to use and dispose of weeds as you pull them, you have come to the right place. Read on to learn... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 6-29-2023

How to Clean Tall Windows

Natural light plays a large role in how welcoming a home feels. Which is why at Ripple Creek we prioritize creating homes with plenty of windows, including tall windows accompanied by high ceilings. Cleaning tall windows can be a bit challenging, but with the... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 5-23-2023

Do These Things Before Having Your Home Appraised

If you're planning to sell your home or refinance your mortgage, getting an appraisal is an important step. An appraisal determines the value of your home and is used by lenders to determine how much money they're willing to lend you. Making sure that you show... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 4-24-2023

Smells in Your Home You Should Not Ignore

Smell is a powerful sense that can instantly evoke emotions and memories. In the context of a home, certain smells can be a sign of trouble that should not be ignored. Here are some common smells in a home that could indicate an underlying... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 3-23-2023

Make a Statement with a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

When you want to add some life and visual interest into your home space, look no further than the fiddle leaf fig tree to help you achieve that. Ficus lyrata is native to West Africa and boasts giant violin shaped leaves. Wherever you choose to place... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 2-27-2023

Questions About Property Lines Answered

When you buy a Ripple Creek home, you are buying the luscious lot it sits on top of as well. The yards that our homes sit on give you and your family freedom to enjoy your space inside and out. There is a point... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 1-26-2023

Fix These Three Common Household Annoyances with Ease

As your home becomes lived in, it is bound to develop little scars and funky quirks. Noisy floorboards, abused baseboards, slow-draining sinks. Little things like these may not need to be fixed right away but living with them day to day may end up driving you... [read more]

By Ripple Creek Homes 12-29-2022