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Focusing on Savings With Focus on Energy

whatever kind of dwelling you have, Focus on Energy can save you energy and money

Wondering how to save energy and money on your utility bill? Whether you’re a renter, homeowner, landlord, business owner, farmer, or more, your first stop should be the Focus on Energy and ENERGY STAR® programs ...

Fighting the ‘Silent Killer’ in Your Home

how to make your home safe from radon

Known as the silent and invisible killer, radon is a naturally occurring gas in the ground that is radioactive and can cause lung cancer. It is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. after ...

Garden Lovers Invited Back into Hosta Territory

Eau Claire couple again open up largest private hosta garden in Wisconsin

As the long Wisconsin winter finally fades, the hours of daylight grow, and the earth itself begins to warm, gardeners and non-gardeners alike welcome the green shoots that have at last begun to emerge from the earth ...

Parade of Homes Back on the March for 2021

Chippewa Valley Parade of Homes returns in 2021 after all-virtual year

Looking to buy or build a new home? Eager to find fresh ideas for a remodeling project? Are you just window shopping – or maybe just shopping for windows? After going ...

Spring Fling is in the Air

art and gardening worlds collide in new local event, showcasing gorgeous flora, fauna, and fine art

Nothing says “spring” quite like the smell of fresh flowers and fun-filled outdoor festivities. Both can be found at the Spring Fling event on May 22 from 10am-4pm on the corner of Golf and London roads in Eau Claire ...

Awesome Annuals and Prime Perennials to Liven Up Your Yard

Eau Claire master gardener offers tips on brightening up your garden

The great actor and comedian Robin Williams once said, “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’” Unfortunately, in the Chippewa Valley, it’s spring, and then it’s summer, and then it’s winter again – all in a span of two weeks ...

Four Ways to Find the Right Home Builder for You

some pointers on building better

When you are building a new home, finding the right builder is crucial. Ask friends and family for suggestions and contact industry ...

Old Homes Have a Hidden History

resources to help you preserve and research your older Eau Claire home

May is Historic Preservation Month, an opportunity for all of us to think about the houses and buildings we call home (or now maybe also our office). So how can ...

Pandemic Has Changed Preferences for 25% of Home Buyers, Study Finds

remote working, virtual education play roles in what home buyers want

When asked more specifically how the pandemic may have impacted their preference for home size, a majority of home buyers – 67% – report ...

Home Improvement Projects: Do It Yourself or Hire a Pro?

some tips on which home projects are worth tackling as an amateur, and which ones aren’t

Tired of your home’s old paint job or carpet? It might be time to take a crack at it and give your home a facelift. Maybe, like me, you’ve gotten a little ambitious and want to bite off a bigger home improvement project. As a recent homeowner and ...

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