2015
When To Repair Your Windows Instead Of Replacing Them
If you are currently having problems with your windows, you might assume that you are better off buying brand new windows. However, there is the potential that you can repair them instead, depending on what is wrong with them. These are a few signs that you should repair your windows instead of completely replacing them. Your Glass is Broken There are a lot of things that can cause broken panes of glass.
Carpet Features That Pet Owners Should Consider
Do you want carpet in your home but are worried it may not be a wise choice because you have pets? If so, you don’t have to skip carpeting but you do have to be more mindful of the details when choosing a new carpet. The following are some key features to look for in a carpet if you want to make sure it can withstand your pets. #1: It’s All About Fiber
3 Ways To Clean Your Stainless Steel Appliances
Stainless steel appliances are a beautiful addition to your kitchen. They look very modern and really make your kitchen pop, no matter what color your cabinets are. The downside to stainless steel appliances are the amount of fingerprints, smudge marks and puppy nose prints that can accumulate. These prints and smudges can be difficult to wipe off and keep up with. You can purchase a stainless steel appliance cleaner, or you can use a few items you already have around your home to clean your appliance.
Why Does Your Bedbug Infestation Keep Returning?
Bed bug infestations are notoriously difficult to get rid of. No matter where they came from, once they’re in your home, it requires a complicated and well-coordinated effort to get rid of them. This is mainly due to their eggs, which are usually hidden and difficult to destroy. In addition, if any bed bugs survive an extermination, they will quickly repopulate; if a property is evacuated, the bugs can go for months without eating.
3 Ways To Dispose Of An Old Sofa
If you have purchased a new sofa, you first need to figure out how to get rid of the old one. If you bought it new from a furniture store, it is likely that they will haul it away for you. However, if you bought a sofa from a retail store and are assembling it yourself, or purchased it used, you have to haul away your old sofa on your own.
3 Ways To Upgrade Your Patio
If your patio is looking dated and lackluster, you need to give it a small upgrade. Simple things can turn your patio into a space you can really enjoy. Here are three ways you can upgrade your patio so you can love it again. Install French doors French doors give your outdoor patio and the interior of your living space added allure. French doors are known for their window structures within the pane, and come in many styles, including:
Got Weeds? What They Are Really Doing To Your Flower Garden
Besides looking unsightly in your flower garden, weeds are causing harm to your beautiful flowers. For this reason, you need to get rid of the weeds as soon as you start seeing them growing in your garden. Below are three things that weeds are doing to your flowers. Stealing Moisture Weeds need moisture to thrive just like flowers do. If they grow in your flowerbed, they steal this moisture away from your flowers.
Prevent Unsightly Buildup And Expensive Breakdowns - Maintaining Your Home's Water Softener
If you’ve installed a water softener in your home, you’re likely seeing the benefits in reduced utility bills and fewer mineral deposits. However, adding another step to the process means maintaining another piece of equipment, as when your softener breaks down, the flow of water to your home could be jeopardized. Below, you’ll find a guide to some steps for maintaining your home’s water softener. It’s often said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so following these suggestions should go a long way toward keeping things up and running and avoiding untimely and costly repairs.
4 Father's Day Gift Ideas For The Constant Gardener
Every year when Father’s Day approaches, you find yourself scrambling to find the perfect gift for the men in your life. The fact is, dads are not always as easy to pick for as moms, and it can be hard to find just the right gift for the occasion. If your dad is a constant gardener, whether it is flowers or otherwise, you are definitely in luck. There are several incredible gifts for dad that he will be quite happy to have as part of his garden tool collection.
3 Reasons To Rent From An Indoor Storage Facility
Renting a mini storage unit is a great way to deal with excess clutter around your house, or to find a place to store inventory for your business. Indoor storage facilities typically consist of a large number units located in a single building, whereas an outdoor facility has all of the storage units spread across multiple buildings in fenced-in lot. Security, climate-controlled options, and easy unloading options are all great reasons to rent from an indoor storage facility.
Central Heating Problems: Why It Can Take Long For A House To Warm Up
Does it seem like it takes forever for your house to warm up when the central heating system turns on? Sometimes simple repairs are all that is necessary for heating problems, or you might have to get yourself a new furnace. Below, discover what kind of repairs may be needed when a central heating system does not warm a house up until it has been running for a while. Why Does It Take Long for a Central Heater to Warm a House Up?
Spring Cleaning: Make Your Windows Shine With Natural Products
Don’t forget the outside of your house when it comes time to do spring-cleaning. Over the fall and winter, dirt and debris can build up on your windows and window screen, and even inside of your windowsill. Getting Starting The first thing you need to do is gather up all of your supplies. You are going to need to clean the windowsill, the windows and the screens. The best way to tackle this large job is by completely cleaning all parts of one window before you move on to the next.
Control Garden Pests Naturally With These 4 Easy-To-Grow Companion Plants
Companion planting is a great way to control pests in your garden organically. By choosing your plants and their location wisely, you can repel insects and even other plants! Learning about some easy-to-grow plants to repel certain pests can go a long way in ensuring your garden nemeses are kept under control, so you can enjoy a bountiful harvest. These four plants can repel common pests, like tomato worms, Japanese beetles, potato bugs, aphids, ants, plant lice, and more:
Maintaining The Stainless Steel Shelves In Your Kitchen
Stainless steel shelves and back splashes add a clean, polished look to a kitchen. Lightweight yet strong and durable, stainless steel kitchen shelves are available in a variety of sizes and styles. Although dirt and streaks are more noticeable, stainless steel is easy to clean and shine. That makes it a practical shelving material for kitchen organizing and storage. Wiping Away Tough Grease The tools and supplies you need to clean the dirt and grease from stainless steel shelving and back splashes are few and simple.
Prevent Your Car From Being A Target For Thieves
No matter where you live or the type of car you drive, car theft is a legitimate problem. And many people are finding that their car is just as likely to be broken into while parked at your home than it is while parked in a parking lot at the grocery store. The biggest reason why your car is a target is the items you have inside. Spare change, electronics, even groceries can entice someone to smash the windows and retrieve your items.
Three Winter Lawn Care Tips
When the lawn mower gets traded for shovels and snow blowers, you may think your lawn care routine has come to an end for the year. The truth is, your lawn needs to be cared for year round. Below are three ways you can protect your lawn during the harsh winter months. Fertilize Before the First Freeze Fertilizing your lawn in the spring seems to be a no-brainer, but did you know that failing to fertilize in the fall before the big freeze can result in dead, diseased grass?
Make A Set Of Wind Chimes Out Of Beads And A Dried Branch
Create a set of wind chimes to hang on your porch with beads and a dried branch from your yard. The chimes can be enjoyed throughout the year and will add beauty to your home. Use These Items tree branch mild detergent water scrub brush spray varnish craft wire ruler wire cutters wooden and glass beads (different sizes and colors) twine scissors utility knife sandpaper (low grit) hand sander metal hooks power drill handsaw Prepare The Branch
Five Ways To Arrange Your Fresh Blooms From The Garden Or The Florist
Nothing brightens up a room like a bouquet of fresh flowers, greens, or blooms. Whether these come from your garden, a florist, or even a neighborhood vendor, the way that you arrange them can elevate them to become a stunning display in the home. The next time you bring home a bouquet of fresh flowers, consider the following five ways that you may choose to arrange and display them in your home:
Make A Calming Bouquet With The Right Scents & Colors
Sending a bouquet of flowers or roses does not have to be done for visual stimulation only. With the help of your florist and the following guide, you can send a peace-inducing bouquet. The Scents Of Peace You probably remember your biology teacher telling you that senses are connected to your brain. It is precisely this connection that makes certain scents help you feel at peace. The following are 2 peace-inducing scents to choose from:
How To Grow Amazing Plants Without Digging
If you want a great garden, but don’t want to dig the soil in your backyard, you might think that the task is impossible. However, growing plants without digging is not only possible, but a responsible way to care for the earth. This guide explains the benefit of growing plants without soil, as well as how to get started. No-Dig Gardening Benefit Earthworms are your friends when trying to grow plants.
Vital Steps To Take When Dealing With Rats
When you walk into your home, the last thing you want to find is a rat. Rats can carry all sorts of diseases; so it’s important to consider these steps when trying to eradicate them from your home: Make Your Own Rat Poison If you are looking to save some money, you can try making your own rat poison. This process doesn’t have to be that hard. First, up are going to need several dishes, baking soda and flour.
3 Ways To Extend The Life Of Your Refrigerator
A refrigerator is a big investment, which is why you should take good care of it. Here are three ways that you can extend the life of your refrigerator so that it does not need repairs often. Keep the Doors Closed First, one of the most important things you can do is always make sure that the refrigerator and freezer doors are closed. While this may sound like a no-brainer, kids often leave the doors open when they get drinks and food.
Leaking Refrigerator? How To Locate And Repair Leaks
If you have a commercial refrigerator that you use daily for your job, you obviously don’t want it to break as that can lead to the loss of valuable food products. You should keep a specialist’s number on hand, like Decatur Heat & Air, Inc., to avoid serious trouble during a work hours. If you suspect you just have a leak, you may be able to easily repair it without the need for a service call.