Home & Garden

April 1, 2008 GW Richardson Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. celebrated our 21st anniversary installing and servicing heating and cooling systems throughout Southern California in both the residential and commercials markets.  Locally owned and operated in the Santa Clarita Valley for the past 21 years, we bring to our customers dedication in providing the energy efficient indoor comfort solutions, whether it is your business property, or residential home. 

How would you feel if your garage door were accidentally left open for the entire world to see?  Would you be proud of your organized space where your cars, sports equipment, storage and tools fit neatly and told your neighbors, “This person really has it together.”?  Or would you feel ashamed and hope that no one you knew drove by and saw the messy jumble of boxes, toys, bikes, yard equipment and “mystery” items?

America’s favorite flower is also the insect world’s favorite flower.  The first rose buds of spring are usually covered with the first aphids of spring!

Most of us are anxious when it comes to choosing color for our homes, especially when dealing with the exterior.  Painting the exterior of your home is one of the most intimate things one does in public.  It is like wearing your heart on your sleeve for the entire neighborhood to critique.  Those passing by are typically curious as to how much of the exterior echoes into the privacy of the interior.

Oasis Garden & Patio is proudly celebrating the one-year anniversary of their Santa Clarita location.  They started off last year not sure if customers would find their way to their Centre Pointe Parkway store, but find it they have and it hasn’t slowed down.  Chris and Amy Boswell credit much of their success to the residents of Santa Clarita as they have really spread the word and have put this quality patio furniture shop on the map.  The Centre Pointe area has really been booming with neighbors like Sam’s Club, Super Wal-Mart, Rattlers BBQ and many more on the way, people are learning that Centre Pointe is really the “Centre” of the Santa Clarita Valley.

Spring is a time of change a time to change the garage into a restful place, a place of healing, a place of peace, your quiet spot.

The newest interior design business in Santa Clarita is changing the way homeowners think about designers.  Instead of designing rooms that fit the “mold” of what homes should look like, the Cozy Chic designers create homes that fit the owner’s personality, lifestyle and interests. 

Long ago, grandfather clocks were the exclusive property of the wealthy.  Throughout the years, clockmakers have catered to the elite, keeping Grandfather clocks an accessory for the rich, however that has changed in recent years.  Many clocks are being passed by family members as heirlooms.  Clocks hold their intrinsic value as they are passed along by family members.

Millennium Woodworking is celebrating their five-year anniversary in the Santa Clarita Valley.  When it comes to craftsmanship, integrity and a keen eye for design,  Ed Lasala is a master of the trade. 

You might think that a child in the kitchen will create more messes than results, but cooking with your child can be fun, educational and will create quality time.  Here is a recipe that is perfect to start your cooking excursion.
Delectable Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

Have you ever wondered if the people who go door-to-door selling magazine subscriptions or other products are legit?  Countless times, I’ve fallen victim to the cry for help from these solicitors.  To my surprise, I wasn’t the only one.

Is your home still trapped in the winter doldrums?  It’s springtime—the flowers are blooming and the birds are chirping. Now is the perfect time to freshen up your home with a new look.  Visit Furniture Warehouse Showroom, now open in the Santa Clarita Valley.  Their grand opening sales and weekly low prices will astonish you!

Piles of paper are often the toughest type of clutter.  Paper accumulates so quickly from every area in our lives.  Here are some handy tips about how to keep your paperwork from getting out of control.

It wasn’t many years ago our garages were cobwebs, open studs and just not inviting, we hammered in nails to hang the sickle, the pick, the tire pump and where we nailed last years license plate — we only had one car then.

A Battle for a Seat in Senate
There’s a battle brewing in the Santa Clarita Valley!  Republican Tony Strickland officially announced his candidacy for the state Senate last month, and Democrats and Republicans are at it.  Strickland needs to win the seat to prevent the Democratic supermajority in the Senate.  Apparently, he’ s targeting the “swing seat” in the 19th Senate District, which includes portions of the Santa Clarita Valley, as well as Thousand Oaks, Ventura and Santa Barbara.  The seat is currently held by Republican Senator Tom McClintock.

Spring is a time of new beginnings, an opportunity to revitalize all areas of our lives.  Why not add some crisp new touches to your home décor this season?  Here are some reasons why you should take time this spring to “freshen up” your home.

Your outdoor nights and backyard entertainment will never be the same with the addition of a fire pit.  They make the perfect cosmetic and functional outdoor accessory.  The newer fire pits have a chat-height table surrounding the unit that make a perfect ledge for drinks and snacks.  When you are not using the pit for heat, you still have a great chat table and it looks great. 

Solar Electric Solutions is a Santa Clarita based business that was started early in 2008.  We are a licensed electrical contractor that specializes in solar installations.  The owner, Ryan Potts, has lived in the Santa Clarita Valley for 28 years.  He has 10 years experience working in the electrical field.  He specializes in everything from custom homes to large commercial projects.  The company was started to make an impact on California’s huge energy crisis, to help families make living more affordable, and show people how they can do their part in saving our environment.