Kathryn Pomroy

Contributing Writer

Once an interior designer, Kathryn is now a professional writer with the knowledge and talent to brighten every nook and corner of your home. Kathryn has written for major publications including Home & Design, Your Life in the North, and The Area Woman magazines.

Kathryn Pomroy
Kathryn Pomroy

About

Once an interior designer, Kathryn is now a professional writer with the knowledge and talent to brighten every nook and corner of your home. Kathryn has written for major publications including Home & Design, Your Life in the North, and The Area Woman magazines. Kathryn holds a BA in Journalism and enjoys gardening, painting, and walking her dog, Nellie.

Articles
Make your patio a calm retreat or a tropical getaway with these 11 best patio plants. Many varieties do well in the shade, while others prefer full sun. You’ll find pet-friendly patio plants and fruits you can use in your favorite recipes.
A leaky outdoor faucet can mean gallons of wasted water and a higher water bill. Thankfully, the cost of replacing an outdoor faucet is relatively low. Learn the true cost to replace an outdoor faucet so you can know what to expect.
Every painting job is different, which means estimating pricing can be challenging. Go too high and you risk losing the job, but bid too low and you forfeit profit. Learn the average cost of different painting jobs so you know exactly what to charge.
If a falling tree or built-up ice has damaged the power lines that connect to your house, find out what costs you’re responsible for and if you need to hire an electrician, how to find a pro, and what the utility company is on the hook to fix.
Indoor trees can be grown in direct sunlight, low light areas, and in humid and dry conditions. Not sure you’ll find a tree that fits your home and family? Learn about all the varieties of indoor trees that can spruce up every corner of your home.
You’ve taken out the trash, and odors or musty smells still linger. You can scrub out your trash can or use one of these nine easy tips and tricks to make your kitchen, bathroom, or any other trash can in your house scent-free in no time.
When your goal as a contractor is a steady stream of business, you need a website that brings customers to your door. Learn the essential components your website should have and see examples of real contractor websites for inspiration.
Ready to learn how to calculate construction overhead and profit? Hitting profit goals takes keeping costs down and tracking overhead. That means looking at direct and indirect costs and adjusting them as you estimate jobs. Keep reading for more.