Now that summer is almost here, it’s time to make sure that your apartment patio or balcony is ready for anything. When cleaning, we typically focus so much of attention on the inside of our Chico apartments that we completely forget the hidden potential that our patios and balconies have. Once you washed off all nastiness that comes with rain, wind, and the shedding of spring, use these tips to get your balcony or patio ready for summer!

The longer we have to shelter at home, the more we miss the privilege of going out to smell the roses or see beautiful plants growing in the spring weather. Since we are unsure how long our current situation will last, why not bring the plants to your Chico apartment? 

Plants have always added that something extra to the space they reside in, whether it's with a splash of color or giving an added ambiance to the front porch. While you might have some basic idea of the type of plant you want for your apartment, shopping for it is a whole other deal. 

When you move into your new Chico or Redding apartment, in all likelihood the walls will be painted white, the floors will be ivory and the carpeting will be off-white. All that muted color might be calming, but it also might give you a case of the blahs.

Plants can add another element to your home. They can be used as décor, help purify the air or just make your home feel more alive. But if you don’t have the space for a garden or an area that gets decent light, they can also be a commitment!

If you like the idea of having plants in your Chico apartment, but just don’t have the green thumb – or ideal space – to keep them aliving and thriving, then the list we found below will be ideal for plants to use in your apartment living space.

We get it, the season is here and it's time to get into the Christmas spirit.You take out the boxes of Christmas decorations or you head to the store to get the latest in décor. First things first, let’s go over the safety basics for decorating Chico rental properties.

Did you know that carving pumpkins originated in Ireland? Ancient Celtic cultures would actually carve turnips (pumpkins didn’t exist in Ireland) on All Hallow’s Eve and place an ember in them to ward off evil spirits. The Irish brought the tradition to America which has turned into a favorite October pastime for all ages and skills.

Not everybody is a Martha Stewart mastermind when it comes to creativity, decorating and all things crafts. But just because you don’t have extreme crafting skills doesn’t mean that you can’t have Halloween or fall decorations on your front porch.

That’s right, just because you live in Chico or Redding apartments doesn’t mean that you can’t have some fun decorating and getting into the spirit of the season.

Fall is the season of spice. It's the time when all the leaves change into beautiful colors before they fall off the trees and everyone remembers that they have many things to be thankful for. It's also the time for pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides, and haunted houses. Speaking of houses, what are you going to decorate your home with?

The best part about fall is surely the decorations, so we thought we would give you some ideas on how to decorate your rental on a low-cost budget. 

Renting an apartment can have its ups and downs. While you don’t have to pay for any needed repairs while you live there, if you want to redecorate your apartment it’s not as simple as picking out paint swatches to find your favorite hue.