With a home burglary occurring every 15 seconds in this country, you may have already been a victim. Fortunately, most items that thieves are seeking such as cash, jewelry, laptops, guns, digital cameras and other small electronics can be replaced. However, a sense of security and peace of mind are much more difficult to recover.
Do your sinks have an unpleasant odor or are they slow to drain? A stinky kitchen sink can be an annoyance, but it also can be a health hazard. Bacteria that flourish on food particles and warm water are most likely the cause of a smelly drain. Food particles form a sludge that prevents water
Do you may hear clawing, gnawing or pitter-patter sounds at night? Have you noticed mouse droppings? Mice are notorious for getting into pantries or cabinets to raid food, as well as gnawing on wood or electrical wires. It is important to address any problem with mice because mouse feces and urine can spread diseases, provide
Heating and cooling costs make up approximately half of a home energy bill. By changing your thermostat 7-10 degrees in either direction depending on the season, you can save as much as 10-15% on your energy bill. It doesnāt make sense to heat or cool an empty house when everyone is at work or school.
If you feel cool air entering your house around your exterior doors in the fall or winter, you likely need to replace or adjust your door weatherstripping. Weatherstripping is attached to the door stop. The door stop is attached to the door jamb and keeps doors from swinging all the way through. Exterior doors close
Ants are one of the most common insects found in homes. Ants enter homes looking for food, water and shelter. Trying to get rid of ants can be extremely frustrating. Understanding ant behavior is the first step in trying to control this nuisance in your home. There are numerous different species of ants. Many live
Adding value and warmth to any home, hardwood floors are a major investment. Thatās why itās important to maintain hardwood floors so they will provide beauty for many years to come. Know your hardwood floors. Most new hardwood floors have polyurethane, urethane or polyacrylic finishes that make them water resistant. Older hardwood floor may be
As many as 13,000 people are injured in house fires each year. Everyone knows that working smoke alarms are the number one line of defense in saving lives from a house fire. But, were you aware that smoke alarms are only one part of a āFire Response Planā that every home should have? A Fire
We rely on running water in our homes and expect our plumbing fixtures to function at all times. When there is a problem, it is best to address it early rather than ignore it. Plumbing problems only get worse with time. Watch for these plumbing issues: Dripping faucets: One drip per second can waste as
Do you have a closet that every time you open it you get an anxiety attack and want to immediately shut the door because of the clutter? Itās easy to put off cleaning that closet organization for another week or month. But with a few simple tips, you can get that closet organized in quick