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Wood damaging pests, by their very definition, are a nuisance that you will want to get rid of. But, before you can eliminate a wood damaging pest, you need to know what you are dealing with. For example, termites are well known for eating their way through the wood. An average-sized colony can eat six …
Making the switch to working from home is not easy. It might seem wonderful to have all this flexibility, but it also comes with a lot of challenges. One of those challenges is creating a healthy work environment for yourself, and this should be one of the first things you look to do. Comfort We …
While picking a home to buy is a big decision in and of itself, choosing the home that you’ll raise your family in for the foreseeable future can put even more pressure on the situation. But luckily, there are some things that you can look for in a property that will greatly increase the chances …
Keeping your home clean can be challenging enough living on your own. When you throw kids into the mix, it can be more difficult than ever to keep the chaos at bay. Since children are known for being less than tidy creatures, it can be a tough job keeping your house anything but cluttered. Some …
All these challenging months stuck inside has made one thing clear — we have way too much stuff (78% of Americans state that COVID-19 made them realize this). Before the pandemic, it was easy to brush it off — after all, it’s just innocent little things (and you can always run from those). But locked …
More people than ever realizethe importance of keeping their home hygienic. Ensuring that your home is a safe, clean place to live will help keep all manner of diseases at bay and help your family out a lot when it is common cold season. It’s especially important to keep a hygienic home when you have …
Everyone dreams of owning their dream home. For many people, this involves carrying out renovations on your current property, particularly if you don’t have the time or money to buy or build a new house, or you are already happy with the location and basic blueprint of your house. However, there are certain things you …
Natural ponds have fresh water intake and an exit. Without this constant flush of new water, however, algae will grow. Even in natural ponds, algae buildup happens as a natural part of life. Without proper maintenance you aren’t keeping up a pond in your back yard, you’re growing a swamp. Use these seven essential tips …
Traditionally, the attic is used for storage purposes in the home, but if you’re attic is free from boxes and junk, perhaps you can find another use for it. A lot of people choose to convert their attics into additional rooms in properties, as this can help to add value to it. Whether you’re a …
Kids are often the ones struck hardest by a family move. For that reason, you should do what you can in advance to make the process as easy as possible for them. It restores a sense of safety and normalcy to their lives and makes moving day go much smoother. The advice given here applies …
If you’re fitting out your home to provide a safe and loving space for a young person with special needs, there are features you can easily add to the space to make life easier and more pleasant for all involved. Security Rather than a house-key, provide the young person with a simple swiping card or …
As the seasons change, we begin to think of ways we can keep both our bodies and minds healthy. We change up our diet, perhaps adding in more greens through smoothies or juices. We add exercise into our already jam-packed routines, trying to build muscle and feel stronger. We learn to meditate or spend time …