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Moss, Mildew, and Grime: Why Washington Homes Need a Good Wash

Drive around our area and you'll notice something. Some homes look bright and cared for. Others look dull, streaked, and green around the edges. Often it isn't age or neglect. It's simply that one has been cleaned recently and the other hasn't.

In our climate, growth happens. Moss, algae, mildew, and grime settle onto roofs, siding, walkways, and driveways. Left alone, they do more than look bad. They can actually damage the surfaces they're growing on.

Why our climate is different

Washington gives us long, damp stretches and plenty of shade from beautiful evergreens. That's wonderful for the landscape and less wonderful for the exterior of a house.

Jul 13, 2026 Read More

The Secret to a Great Paint Job Isn't the Paint

The Secret to a Great Paint Job Isn't the Paint Ask most people what makes a paint job look good, and they'll talk about color. Color matters, of course. But ask a professional painter, and you'll get a very different answer. The secret to a beautiful, long-lasting paint job is everything that happens before the first coat of color goes on. Preparation is the unglamorous work nobody sees. It's also the difference between a finish that looks crisp for years and one that starts peeling by next...

Jul 10, 2026 Read More

Why Your Back Hurts (and What You Can Actually Do About It)

Back and neck pain has become one of the most common complaints people have. It shows up after a long day at a desk, after yard work, after a poor night's sleep, or seemingly out of nowhere. And it has a way of touching everything, from your mood to your sleep to your ability to enjoy the things you love. Most people just live with it, assuming it's normal or that nothing can be done. But understanding what's behind that pain, and what actually helps, can change how you feel day to day. Mode...

Jul 9, 2026 Read More

Puyallup's Mid-Year Market Check-In: A Real, Honest Look at Where Things Stand

Six months into 2026, Puyallup's housing market has genuinely loosened compared to recent years, giving buyers meaningfully more inventory and selection to work with. Here is your complete, honest mid-year review of how the Puyallup market is actually performing. Six-Month Review: Key Trends From January Through June 2026 Puyallup's first half of 2026 has brought a clear shift toward more balanced conditions. Total homes for sale are up 27.7% year-over-year, and homes are now averaging 21 da...

Jul 8, 2026 Read More

Pioneer Park's Best Saturday: Your Guide to Puyallup's Best Farmers Market This July

Puyallup's own farmers market is genuinely one of the largest… if not THE LARGEST in Washington State — and July brings it to full, vibrant summer capacity. Here is your complete guide to the local farmers market worth visiting in Puyallup this month. Peak Season Produce: What's Freshest at Summer Markets July is peak season for Pacific Northwest produce. Look for vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet corn, cucumbers, and summer squash, alongside the season's best berries — blueberries, raspberries,...

Jul 6, 2026 Read More

3 Days. 250 Years. One Unforgettable Puyallup Celebration!

There is a certain kind of summer evening in the Pacific Northwest that feels like a promise being kept. The light lingers a little longer. Neighbors drift toward the same few blocks. And somewhere between the food trucks and the first notes of a live band, you remember what it is we’re actually celebrating. This year, that evening means more than it ever has. Because this Fourth of July, the United States of America turns 250 years old, and Puyallup is ready to meet the moment. Let me say...

Jul 1, 2026 Read More

Summer Safety Tips for Families in Puyallup: Heat, Water, and Outdoor Activities

Summer in Puyallup is filled with community events, neighborhood parks, youth sports, and plenty of opportunities for families to enjoy the outdoors. From local farmers markets and trails to nearby lakes and backyard barbecues, summer is one of the best times to experience everything the area has to offer. While Western Washington enjoys relatively mild weather, summer safety is still important. Staying hydrated, practicing water safety, and protecting against sun exposure can help families en...

Jun 29, 2026 Read More

Endless Comfort, Every Season: Your Complete Guide to Infinity Heating and Air

Your home's heating and cooling system is the invisible foundation of daily comfort — and when it fails, or simply stops keeping up with the demands of a Pacific Northwest winter or an unusually warm South Sound summer, finding a HVAC company you can genuinely trust makes all the difference. Infinity Heating and Air, founded by Ken and Melissa Brasmer and based in Graham, Washington, has built one of the South Sound's most trusted and most warmly reviewed HVAC reputations on a foundation that ha...

Jun 25, 2026 Read More

The Local Legends of Puyallup: Small Businesses Worth Falling in Love With

In the Puyallup-Sumner area, one furniture store has spent more than seven decades proving that a family business built on craftsmanship and genuine community generosity can become something far more beloved than its product category ever suggested. The Old Cannery Furniture Warehouse: A Firefighter's Side Hustle Became a 200,000-Square-Foot Local Legend More than half a century ago, Tony Grout worked as a firefighter at Tacoma's Station No. 2, back when the department only responded to actu...

Jun 24, 2026 Read More

Power You Can Count On: Your Complete Guide to C&D Electrical and Wiring LLC

Electrical work is not the place to cut corners, call in a favor, or trust someone who is not fully licensed and committed to doing the job right. The safety of your family, the integrity of your home or business, and the long-term reliability of every circuit, panel, and connection depend entirely on the quality of the electrician who does the work. C&D Electrical and Wiring LLC — a licensed electrical contractor serving Puyallup and the greater South Sound area — is built on a foundation t...

Jun 24, 2026 Read More

Peace of Mind, One Home at a Time: Your Complete Guide to Rambo Total Pest Control

There is a reason that Rambo Total Pest Control has grown from zero clients and zero employees in February 2007 to one of the Puget Sound's leading independently-owned pest control companies — and that reason is not advertising. It is the referral network that extraordinary service builds. When neighbors tell neighbors, when clients recommend their family and friends, when a technician named Butch becomes something of a celebrity in South Hill because everyone on NextDoor is mentioning his name...

Jun 23, 2026 Read More

Exploring National Parks and Outdoor Destinations Near Puyallup

Puyallup, Washington's South Sound location places residents within remarkably close reach of Mount Rainier National Park and an extraordinary range of additional Pacific Northwest wilderness destinations. Here is your complete guide. Top Destinations: National Parks, Preserves, and Wilderness Areas Within Reach Mount Rainier National Park is approximately ninety minutes from Puyallup, making this iconic national park genuinely accessible for day trips throughout the summer season. The Mount...

Jun 22, 2026 Read More