Working from home and not leaving the house very often can have you seeing the dirt and grime build up on your furniture more than usual. If your couches look dingy from all the sitting or your end table has a water ring on it from a drinking glass, then this blog is for you! These tips are great for cleaning your furniture when you live in Chico apartments.

We have already hit over 100 degrees multiple times this year and it's only going to continue well into August. For anyone who has already survived a summer in their Chico apartment, you know it's a challenge to stay cool. We have nights that don't drop below 80 degrees until after 10 PM!

The easy solution is to run your air conditioner 24/7, however you will have the unfortunate side effect of an astronomical power bill. Is there a smarter way to beat the heat? Check out these 11 tips...

You’ve been told since you were a baby that a good night’s sleep does you wonders. Ever wonder if that was true or if your parents just wanted the advantage of quiet rental living after 7pm? Good news, even though your parents probably enjoyed some quiet time after you went to sleep, getting a good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy body.

Working from home has been a popular option over the years for various industries and positions. But it wasn’t until recently that working from home became a reality for every industry and position that had the ability to do so.

COVID-19 changed how a lot of businesses look at the way they conduct their companies while also causing people to look into a career change that would allow them to work from home.

Ever worried if living in an apartment means that working from home isn’t for you? Think again! While an apartment isn’t as spacious as a four-bedroom, two bath house, you can definitely utilize the space you have to successfully get your job done.

The best piece of advice for anybody looking to incorporate sustainability into their lifestyle this summer, is to start small. The world of living green can be a bit intimidating to a beginner, but there are simple steps you can take to save energy, reduce your waste, reuse and recycle to improve the sustainability of your Chico or Redding apartment.

You never plan for a fire to break out in your apartment or someone to break into your apartment and steal your things. It's for that reason alone that Renter's Insurance exists! 

Unlike car insurance, renter's insurance is optional when you move into your Chico apartment, but it's highly recommended. You gain a confidence that even if things went completely haywire, you'd still be able to breath and receive compensation for your loss. 

You also get to gain back control and stability during the crisis without breaking the bank every month. Here are just a few things that renter's insurance can cover for you. 

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. 

With all of us staying at home, it's safe to say that you are probably hearing more birds than ever before. These birds are either ones you've never heard before or birds that you used to be able to ignore because you weren't home long enough for them to bother you. Welp, you are now home 24/7 and they are now bothering you.

Staying home requires you to adjust your routine and get used to a new "normal." No matter if you are a natural introvert or extrovert, staying cooped up without adjusting how you do things will have a negative impact on both your mind and body. This is why it's crucial that you take steps to take care of your mind and body while staying at home during this season.

Here in apartments at Hignell Rentals, we pride ourselves on providing quality maintenance to our properties from Experts In Your Home.  So whenever our residents have issues with their washer, outlets, you name it, Experts have you covered!