katytx: Come Enjoy Katy ISD's FFA Livestock Show and Rodeo this Week
- 02/11/19 06:30 PM
Looking for a family friendly Valentine celebration? Come out and support Katy ISD FFA students at the Livestock Show and Rodeo at its new home! The rodeo runs from Thursday, February 14th through Saturday, February 16th, at 7:00 pm each evening. It's new location is the new Agricultural Sciences Center at 5825 Katy Hockley Cutoff Road in Katy! The carnival will be open each day from 5:00 pm until midnight. You can purchase tickets at the gate. If you're interested in the livestock show, it is held during the day, as early as 7:30 am. Check out the livestock show schedule here>>http://www.katyisd.org/dept/cte/Pages/Katy-ISD-FFA-Livestock-Show-.aspx To round out … (1 comments)
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katytx: Protect Your Home for the Upcoming Freeze
- 01/18/19 03:07 PM
Freezing temperatures are on the way for the Katy and Fulshear area this weekend. Here’s a quick checklist to make sure your home is ready for the colder temperatures. PIPES Be sure to protect your spigots and sprinkler system pipes to avoid costly repairs. Spigots: You can purchase spigot covers at your local hardware store. If you are unable to find the covers, you can wrap your spigot with insulation or towels, and secure it with duct tape. Indoor pipes: Fortunately, we are not expecting a hard freeze this weekend. However, if you have an older home, you may want to leave a faucet … (1 comments)
katytx: What is Mortgage Insurance?
- 01/07/19 04:27 PM
If you currently have a mortgage or are looking at taking one out, you’ve probably come across a concept so notorious, so vile, that it can cause blood-curdling screams and fainting in the boldest of people.
You know the one.
“Mortgage insurance.”
Before you throw your phone across the room, take a minute to read to the bottom of this blog. Mortgage insurance doesn’t deserve the horrible reputation it has earned over the years — in fact, it can help you a whole lot.
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katytx: Change Your World with Smart Plugs and Switches
- 12/28/18 12:51 PM
If you’ve been paying any attention at all to the world of smart homes and home automation, then the fact that smart switches and smart lights exist could not have escaped your notice. But if you’re like a lot of homeowners, you may still be scratching your head trying to figure out how these devices fit into your voice assistant-powered world.
Consider this your introduction to smart plugs, switches and lights. Continue reading here... … (1 comments)
katytx: 7 Things to Consider When Choosing New Windows
- 12/21/18 07:09 AM
Shopping for windows is kind of like shopping for a car. It's a big investment, you may not know a whole lot about what you're buying, but you absolutely know that you need to replace your old one(s). You don't have to go it alone, though. You can take this list of seven things to consider and consult it before pulling out your Visa or Mastercard. 7 Things to Consider When Choosing New Windows … (2 comments)
katytx: Sewer Line Repair for Homeowners
- 12/17/18 03:58 PM
Nobody likes to think about repairing the sewer line. However, if you’re faced with this daunting task, check out this information before you undertake the repair. https://blog.homekeepr.com/sewer-line-repair-for-homeowners?sharedby=tracy-gremillion
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katytx: Where do you find the best Christmas light displays in the Houston area?
- 12/10/18 05:57 PM
'Tis the season! Everywhere you look, homes and businesses are beautifully decorated with bright Christmas lights. If you're looking for a family outing to view Christmas lights in the area, where do you start? Check out this list compiled by Houston on the Cheap, and plan your route! https://www.houstononthecheap.com/best-christmas-lights-in-houston Photo courtesy of houstononthecheap.com. … (1 comments)
katytx: 7 Items to Check Before the Big Freeze
- 11/30/18 06:49 AM
Here in southeast Texas, winter rarely means ice and snow. However, we do have some freezing temperatures from time to time. Check out some homeowner maintenance items that you should investigate before the freeze hits. 7 Items to Check Before the Big Freeze … (0 comments)
katytx: Kick Off the Holiday Season at Fulshear's Festival of Lights
- 11/26/18 07:32 AM
Are you looking for some family fun this weekend? Head over to Fulshear for its 4th Annual Festival of Lights! The event will be held on Saturday, December 1st, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm in downtown Fulshear. Come join the tree lighting festivities, which will include a parade with floats, Santa, a snow area, and an ice skating arena. The evening will conclude with fireworks. For more information, please click here to keep reading! … (2 comments)
katytx: Do You Need an Emergency Plumber to Save the Day?
- 11/23/18 10:09 PM
According to our local plumbers, the day after Thanksgiving is their busiest day. How do you know if you can resolve your own plumbing issues? When do you need to throw in the towel and hire a professional? Continue reading to find out!
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katytx: What Should I Look for in a Smart Security Camera?
- 11/19/18 08:49 PM
There's lots of talk about the different types of security cameras that are on the market. What type of "smart" security camera should you invest in? Please read on to find out!What type of security camera should you choose? … (1 comments)
katytx: Avoid a Repair: How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
- 11/13/18 02:34 PM
It's awfully early early this year, but the temperature here in the Katy/Fulshear area will dip below freezing tonight. Have you winterized your sprinkler system? If not, please take a look at this video to show you how to do it so you can avoid the headache of a repair! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtIrdiVrooU&feature=share … (1 comments)
Don't buy anything until AFTER you close on your new dream home.
Please keep reading to find different ways to save when furnishing your new home!
Keep reading to discover different ways to save on new home furnishings. … (1 comments)
katytx: Give Me Land, Lots of Land 5 Things to Keep In Mind
- 11/05/18 09:37 AM
Land can be a good investment, whether you intend to build a house or business on a particular lot or simply want a place where you can stretch your legs and breathe a bit more deeply. After all, they’re not making any more of it (ok, technically this isn’t true, but you’d need to be volcano adjacent to get dibs on brand new land). Buying land can be tricky, though, even after you secure a mortgage for it. There are several important real estate concepts you’re going to want to familiarize yourself with. Click here to find out what you need to know … (1 comments)
katytx: 7 Must-Know Smoke Detector Facts
- 11/02/18 03:20 PM
Every morning, it's the same thing. You get out of bed, take a shower, burn the toast and then curse the smoke detector. Although its singing the song of its people can be incredibly loud and awful to hear, the truth is that smoke detectors save lives. So, while your smoke detector may sing way off tune, it's trying very hard to protect you and your family from smoke- and fire-related hazards, like your morning toast. It's time to check your smoke detector batteries yet again -- and to learn more about those white pucks that hang out of the ceiling. Continue reading … (0 comments)
katytx: 3 Points to Ponder Before Starting Your Kitchen Remodel
- 10/22/18 09:20 AM
For the third time this week, you’ve found yourself cursing the unusability of your kitchen. The drawers come out in all the wrong directions, the cabinets are so shallow that you can barely use them and the entire layout just puts you off. You’re ready to talk about a kitchen remodel. Or maybe you just want a shiny new kitchen — there’s nothing wrong with that. Shiny new kitchens are amazing and give you the opportunity to create the space you need, rather than forcing your existing kitchen to kinda sorta work. What should you know before you undertake a kitchen remodel? Click here … (1 comments)
katytx: Check out the "Super" Scarecrows at Cross Creek Ranch's Scarecrow Fest!
- 10/19/18 08:45 AM
It's Fall, y'all! For a fun family event, head over to the 10th Annual Scarecrow Fest at Cross Creek Ranch on Saturday, October 20th. Admission is free, and you can buy unlimited carnival ride tickets for $10 (in advance) or $15 at the door! The festivities run from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at 6420 Cross Creek Bend Lane, Fulshear, TX. Enjoy a live band, face painting, carnival rides, food trucks, and so much more. The highlight of the festival is the Scarecrow competition, and this year it is super hero themed! Enjoy your weekend!
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Looking for a family friendly Valentine celebration? Come out and support Katy ISD FFA students at the Livestock Show and Rodeo at its new home! The rodeo runs from Thursday, February 14th through Saturday, February 16th, at 7:00 pm each evening. It's new location is the new Agricultural Sciences Center at 5825 Katy Hockley Cutoff Road in Katy! The carnival will be open each day from 5:00 pm until midnight. You can purchase tickets at the gate. If you're interested in the livestock show, it is held during the day, as early as 7:30 am. Check out the livestock show schedule here>>http://www.katyisd.org/dept/cte/Pages/Katy-ISD-FFA-Livestock-Show-.aspx To round out … (1 comments)
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