Home Improvement

A clean home is a healthy home, but what about the dirt and allergens you don’t see. We get to the dust deep in the ducts with Stanley Steemer.

When it comes to giving a makeover to parts or all of your home, you won’t regret swinging into Shorely Beautiful in Cambridge. Katie stops buy to show us the selection of flooring, tiles, rugs, wallpaper, fabric, and window treatments.

From showing decades of dirt and scuff marks, to shining like brand new. That’s what happens when Worm’s Carpet Care strip and wax your floors. Katie tags along with them to a job to see how it’s done.

Snow, or no snow, winter weather on Delmarva means the very real possibility of frozen pipes. If you find yourself in that situation, the team at Royal Plus can help you clean it up.

We take a tour and, with the  help of Spicer Brothers Construction, show you the areas of your home you really need to pay attention to both pre and post winter weather.

We visit Royal Granite in Salisbury to find out why a kitchen upgrade can fit into any budget.

The brand new showroom is up and running at Kitchen Concepts Plus in Salisbury. We get a look inside and find out why it will help take your next kitchen or bathroom renovation to the next level.

Gorgeous granite, killer quartz, majestic marble - could at be that adding something like this to your kitchen or bathroom would really help it feel set in stone? Say no more!
Come with us as we visit "That Granite Place" in Bridgeville.

These days, you can buy just about anything on the Internet and have it delivered right to your front door. Food, prescriptions, clothes, furniture...the list goes on and on. However, the question you need to ask yourself is - should you? When it comes to heating and cooling your home, Mindy Allen-Townsend of A&A Companies says, no. 102-5 WBOC's Corey Phoebus finds out why.

Now that Halloween is over, it’s time to jump right into Christmas! The team at Delmarva Christmas Lights can help with that! They’re in their third season of decking out Delmarva homes. Katie finds out how we can all get a little extra merry this year.

Perhaps, your heater has already gotten its workout or your HVAC system falls into the category of needing a solid physical before the workout - call a repair team, right? Before, picking up that phone, we're telling you about quite a few tidbits you need to know - tidbits that could save you a ton. Vice President of A&A Companies, Mindy Allen Townsend, about comparing apples for apples.

A part of your home that sees so much action, you probably don’t even realize it. Your floors. So, when it comes time to upgrade – don’t you want the best of the best? Katie introduces Diamond State Hardwood Floors – a team with top notch materials, experienced professionals, and outstanding customer service.

We’ve got an idea that will improve your home and give you something to be excited about. All it takes? One phone call to Fancy Cutz. Katie sits down with the crew to find out about how they can do anything from fall cleanup to creating a backyard paradise.

Capstone Homes prides itself on building homes that are customer centered. That means you’re the one making the decision. Lisa sits down with Owner, Jake Booth, to find out how to get the home of your dreams.

A clean house, a clean bathroom, a kitchen without a crumb – that feeling is so refreshing. But let’s relate it to some outside-of-the-box items, 102-5 WBOC’s Corey Phoebus visits our friends at Stanley Steemer to explain.

We want to bring your attention to the guy who takes care of the creepy crawlies. Jay Wilkins. He’s the guy you want on your side – if or when – you come across spiders, snakes or rats. 102-5 WBOC’s Corey Phoebus learned that lesson quickly, when he visited Wilkins Wildlife and Bedbug 911.

We’re welcoming fall with open arms. But first, we want you to put a pause on the hayrides and the pumpkin patches – we’ll get back to that – and think about what’s happening in your home. Is your home ready for the change of season? Specifically, is your crawlspace ready for fall? 102-5 WBOC’s Corey Phoebus talks with Dry Tek to explain.

We could probably go on and on (and on) about how the pandemic has changed our lives in some way. And, most likely, some of those changes will become permeant. For Kitchen Concepts in Salisbury, their demand for services has changed. So much so, they’re getting ready to move into a new facility that gives you more options for when you decide to start your renovation project. Lisa recently stopped by to find out what customers can expect.

Ahh..the start of September. I can feel the cool weather already rolling in. And soon enough, that cool weather will turn into cold weather. We can assure you that you will not want to wait until those freezing nights to make sure your HVAC system is up-to-date. Today, we talk with Mindy Allen-Townsend, Managing Partner of A&A Companies, to find out about fall maintenance.

Controlling the humidity inside your home not only goes a long way toward feeling comfortable, it is vital when it comes to the health of your home and the people who live there. 102.5, WBOC’s Corey Phoebus visited our friends at A&A Companies to learn more.

Do your area rugs need a little love? We stop by Stanley Steemer in Delmar to see how they give rugs a spa day, if you will, to make them look as good as new.

Have you ever come across a team that, when you meet them, you just get that vibe that they can do about anything? When it comes to property maintenance, there’s one team that immediately comes to mind, Herker – An Innovative Approach To Property Maintenance.

We get the scoop on kitchen design trends from Mike Donohue of Kitchen Concepts Plus in Salisbury.

What does it take to help a community grow? It takes a team that’s committed to that growth. We meet the team at SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate and hear how they navigate twists and turns to build a hometown we can all be proud of.

Family is big in Rehoboth Beach. Many of the business in the resort town are family owned with several generations behind them. Jack Lingo Realtor is one of them. It’s been a part of Rehoboth Beach since the early ’70s. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli shows us why the Lingo Team is one you can trust based on generations of experience.

When it comes to keeping your home warm in the winter, you may want to consider what’s under the house. 102.5, WBOC’s Corey Phoebus talks with Austin Ireland of Dry-Tek Environmental about your crawlspace’s role in keeping you comfortable.

Mother Nature is just getting started showing her cold side this season. 102.5, WBOC’s Corey Phoebus recently got some insight on how to keep your home warm and cozy from our friends at A&A Companies.

Imagine coming home from a long day at work, just to be greeted by a messy house you’ve been meaning to clean, or perhaps you’re a business owner and you simply don’t have enough time in the day to make it as presentable as you’d like. Relax! Queen Bee Cleaning Service has you covered. 102.5, WBOC’s Corey Phoebus gets the inside scoop.

A new year, a new look inside your home. If that’s what you are thinking for 2020, we are here to help. We visit Johnny Janosik World of Furniture to find out what style and colors will be trending in home decor.

We learn about the Porch Protection Systems and how they allow you to use your porch year round.

It’s one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, so why not make it the home of your dreams? We meet the team at Statera Homes that can help you get it done, every step of the way.

During this season of giving, we surprise the winner of a dream bath makeover, thanks to our friends at Herl’s Bath and Tile Solutions.

DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli shows us how the professionals at Stanley Steemer use state-of-the-art equipment that will make your home shine this holiday season.

Dreams do come true, thanks to Herl’s Bath and Tile Solutions. We have the scoop on their “Dream Bath Makeover” giveaway.

DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli gets framed. Well, not really, but she will show us why Classic Custom Framing and Gallery is the place to have photos or family heirlooms displayed in a frame or shadow box.

Even though your attention is likely on decking the halls, you may want to focus on your yard. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli checks in with the folks at Fancy Cutz to see why work now will make all the difference when it warms back up.

Does your garage or concrete need a face life? Pinnacle Concrete Coatings specializes in revamping garage floors and other concrete surfaces with a special process that is guaranteed to last a lifetime. 102.5, WBOC’s Corey Phoebus checks it out.

It’s amazing what an updated kitchen can do to a home, but it can also be a big commitment. Lisa stopped by Kitchen Concepts Plus to get learn about some options. We’ll also learn more about something called the “Countertop Visualizer”.

For most of us, when we think cleaning, we think chore. For the crew at Worm’s Quality Carpet Care & Commercial Cleaning, it’s so much more. Katie got to spend some time with the team, to show you how they find magic in what, many of us, might seem mundane.

When you get a second, take a look at your backyard. Winter is on its way. Does the place outside your windows seem like a spot you’ll want to spend time in even when the weather’s cold? We’ll tell you how it can be — with a hot tub! Katie stops by Pools & Spas Unlimited, in Milford, to explain how a hot tub can benefit you in more ways that you might imagine.

Hard surface countertops can make any kitchen fresh and updated. You may have been considering upgrading, but don’t know if it’s the right time. Turns out, now’s a great time. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli shows us how any one of the huge variety of slabs Royal Granite and Marble in Salisbury can turn your kitchen from drab to fab.

Imagine spending only $20 a month in energy bills. With a ZeMod home from Milford Housing Development Corporation, you can. We learn more about the program that is spreading beyond Milford city limits.

As the weather cools off, are you thinking your days enjoying the porch for the year are numbered? They don’t have to be. We’ve told you before about how valuable a Porch Protection System can be for the home. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli shows us how it can also be customized. You can request a quote by calling, 302-629-4430.

We’re trying to help you avoid any plumbing problems as we approach the season for colder weather. Travis Martin is a master plumber, and owner of Chesapeake Home Services. He joins us to talk about his company and how they can help you be sure your home is prepared for winter.

Just because it’s fall doesn’t mean you can’t have beautiful, brilliant colors in your gardens. Gardening Expert Ginny Rosenkranz with the University of Maryland Extension Office shows us how to pick, plant, and care for mums, pansies, and violas.

A newly constructed home doesn’t necessarily come without problems. That’s why it’s important to make sure it passes inspection. Robert Axselle, general manager with Amerispec Delaware talks with us about why a home inspection can give you that priceless peace of mind. It’s peace of mind that comes with the 4 phase inspection plan as part of the protection package from Coastal Life Delaware.

Volunteers coming together to help make dreams come true for deserving families is what Habitat for Humanity is all about. When there’s a need for one of the homes they’re building, the good people of Delmarva fill it. 102.5, WBOC‘s Corey Phoebus takes us to a Habitat for Humanity build site to see how A&A Companies stepped up.

Families in need of decent, affordable housing live everywhere, including here on Delmarva. That’s why Johnny Janosik World of Furniture established a partnership with Sussex County Habitat for Humanity. We find out how this partnership works, and how you can help.

The story of The Residences at River Place is a story about the past and the future. The first apartment building was built just a few years ago. Certain touches give it a “wow” factor that residents love and, the owners say, there’s no way they’re stopping at just one. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli gives us a look to see what they’re talking about.

The story of The Residences at River Place is a story about the past and the future. The first apartment building was built just a few years ago. Certain touches give it a “wow” factor that residents love and, the owners say, there’s no way they’re stopping at just one. DelmarvaLife’s Katie Zarrilli gives us a look to see what they’re talking about.