Home Care

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Best Ways to Grow an Eco-Friendly Green Lawn? With spring underway here in Connecticut, many of us are anxiously awaiting the green blanket of lawn that signals that warm weather is here to stay. But if having a plush green yard seems more aspirational than doable, you’re not alone. For many of us, a thick carpet of grass takes a whole lot of experimentation, work–and...

You Ask, We Answer: What’s the Must-Have Feature for Homes in 2023? Your Connecticut home is your sanctuary, and since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s no doubt taken on even more importance. While many of us have gone back to the office or have embraced a hybrid schedule, some elements of 2020 still remain: namely, our love of enjoying outdoor spaces. And we’re not alone. Here’s the...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can Solar Panels Save Money? Maybe it’s the cost of your utility bill. Or maybe it’s your passion to protect the planet. Whatever your reason for being curious about solar panels, you’ve probably heard that they can save you money on your household bills–and with inflation still being what it is, saving money sounds increasingly more appealing, doesn’t it? Here are a few...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top Decorating Trends for 2023? New year, new…decor? If you’ve been holding out on making updates to your Connecticut home, this year is serving up some decorating trends that will satisfy your craving for newness without becoming obsolete by this time next year. Here are some of our favorite top decorating trends for 2023 that we’re excited to see–both for their...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Winterize My Home? No doubt about it: Winter is upon us, and that means turning our thoughts toward how to winterize our Connecticut homes. While this season got off to a pretty mild start, the temps are dipping–and that means time is of the essence. Here’s how to winterize your Connecticut home to protect it against the elements so you can stay warm and dry inside until...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Make My Holiday Guests Feel Welcome? The holidays are here! And that means welcoming out-of-town guests into your Connecticut home to share in all the joy of the season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed at the thought of entertaining overnight guests, take heart: With a few simple steps, you can make your guests feel welcome, cozy, and festive–and reduce your stress in the...

You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Know if My Fireplace is Safe to Use? With the temps in Connecticut dipping at night, many of us here at Calcagni Real Estate are anxious to use our fireplaces for the first time all season. Is there anything better than curling up in front of a warming fire on a chilly evening? But while it may be tempting to do so, lighting a fire without a few small checks on your...

You Ask, We Answer: What’s the Best Way to Pick a Front Door Color? That house you bought through Calcagni Real Estate? It’s still the place that’s undoubtedly “home,” but lately, you may have been pulling in the driveway and thinking your Connecticut home could use a little something…extra. Before you opt for an expensive undertaking, though, why not consider giving your front door a...

You Ask, We Answer: What Can I Declutter to Get Ready for Fall? As “sweater weather” teases its arrival here in Connecticut, our thoughts at Calcagni Real Estate are turning to feeling cozy in our own homes: More cooking, more “nesting,” more…organization? While it may be an undersung hero of the cozy season, decluttering your home before hunkering down for New England’s colder months can...

5 Drought-Friendly Plants for Your Connecticut Garden This summer in Connecticut has been a scorcher, and not just for us. Our yards have suffered the brunt of soaring temps and brilliant sunshine, and while we here at Calcagni Real Estate always love a beautiful garden, it can be hard to keep one at its best when faced with drought-like or diminished rainfall conditions. But going without rain...