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Virginian Holiday Traditions: (10 Things Virginians Do During the Holidays)
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s time to celebrate traditions old and new! The staff at Hickerson Brothers loves our great state as much as the holidays – and enjoys the unique traditions Virginia residents employ. Virginia is a one-of-a-kind place, with a colorful culture and major landmarks that offer a distinctive class […]

Best Smart Devices for the Winter
Are you smarter than a fifth generation iPhone? Smart devices have become the most essential tools of this decade, and with winter breaks and holidays approaching, their value to households becomes even greater. Smart devices help you work, entertain your family, and maintain your home. Their immediate access to information has changed the way we […]

Electrical Halloween Safety Tips
Ensure a Magical Night with These Halloween Safety Tips With Halloween fast approaching, it’s time to get the house ready for trick-or-treating (or put the final touches on the annual showcase, for you enthusiasts). As every decorator knows, electricity plays a big role in a well-planned yard, home or haunted house. There would be few thrills […]

Best Ways to Light a Pumpkin
With Halloween creeping near us, it’s time give your carved pumpkin that perfect glow. After deciding what kind of face to carve into your pumpkin, you must decide how to brighten it up. There are several different options when it comes to lighting a pumpkin, some more creative (and time-consuming) than others. Whether you want […]

Electrical Safety for Your Children
If you have kids, electrical safety for your children is a high priority. Ensuring your home is safety proof is key to keeping peace of mind. Electricity can be both dangerous and unpredictable for every member of your home, but small children are especially at risk. Toddler and pre-school aged kids can be very curious […]

Small Home Improvement Projects for the Labor Day Weekend
Curious to find an activity for Labor Day weekend? We may have some ideas for you! With the extended weekend right around the corner, what better way to spend it than doing some small home improvement projects. Three days give you plenty of time to perform small home improvement projects while still leaving you time to […]

Top 5 Trendy Electronics for the Back to School Season
Whether it’s grade school, high school or college, the upcoming school semester means it’s time to load up on school supplies. While pencils and notebooks are essential, why not get some trendy electronics to help your kids pass the semester? Traditional school supplies are great, but as your child pursues their education, high tech tools […]

Ways to Make Your Home Smell Great
Our home is our sanctuary, so coming back from a long day at work or school should be as pleasant as possible. But a bad scent lingering in rooms and hallways is hard to ignore – and can affect your mood and comfort level. The reason for a bad odor can vary, ranging from shoes […]

How to Cut Down Utility Bill Costs
With the start of the school year and the holiday season approaching, it seems as though the mound of expenses just keep piling up. You’re budgeting for school shopping, lunches, holiday shopping and making sure your lights stay turned on. This season tends to be the most expensive for many home owners. Luckily, we have […]

Tips to Get Ready for Back-to-School Season
We don’t have to tell you that back to school season is almost here. You’ve done your back to school shopping, reviewed the kids’ schedules, met the teachers and packed the back packs. There are a few additional items to add to your list to get ready for back to school season, not only for […]