You might think that cleaning a floor needs no explanation – after all; it is just a matter of a mop and bucket, right? In some cases yes, cleaning a floor is that simple. But when it comes to hardwood floors, you need to evaluate the floor finish and condition first before selecting the right cleaning products and methods. Hardwood floors that have been … [Read more...]

All the warm soapy water mixed with dirty clothes takes a toll on your washing machine. Whether you have a front load or a top load washing machine with in-built or separate dryer, you need to clean your laundry machine from time to time. If you live in a hot humid climate, then it is even more imperative to clean out the gasket of the washing machine since … [Read more...]

Every day, we produce millions of tons of garbage and trash that fills up our landfills. Not only do most of us not think about what to do with waste; we keep on producing more of it day by day. Governments need to drastically rethink waste management and waste collection methods; otherwise the day will not be too far when the earth is filled with trash. And … [Read more...]

It is estimated that nearly 21 million households in the United States are not connected to the public sewer and depend upon septic tanks to dispose off their household wastewater. A septic tank is a system that is usually self contained and efficient. If kept clean, it can be an inexpensive and eco-friendly way to dispose the household wastewater and can … [Read more...]

There are thousands of species of ticks but essentially they all fall into two categories-hard and soft. The standard American dog tick and deer ticks are both hard varieties of ticks which make their homes in our yards. While male ticks die off shortly after mating, the female tick is capable of laying a single batch of nearly 10,000 eggs. Needless to say; … [Read more...]

Fruits flies have been irritants to humans for so long that in the Western culture, they are deemed to have come out straight from Pandora’s Box. They breed rapidly and lay thousands of eggs. Fruits flies also happen to be vectors of many diseases and although they die in the colder months, you still start seeing them around spring time. Let us study some … [Read more...]

If you have decided to sell your home, you can always go the DIY route but the best thing to do is hire a realtor. Good realtors have complete know how of the market and can help you make sound decisions. They can especially help when you are selling a long distance property. Realtors also highlight the unique features of your house so it sells faster for … [Read more...]

This guide does not attempt to replace legal advice and is certainly not a replacement for a real estate advisor. Receiving a notice of foreclosure can be the most dreaded, most sinking feeling one has ever experienced in one’s life. Thankfully, there are some insider’s tips that can help you reset the clock, work out affordable payments with your lender/ … [Read more...]

Packing for moving houses can be a time consuming and frustrating job. Many people end up wasting tons of money and even feeling physically and emotionally frustrated and drained during the process. This brief guide can help busy people organize their lives better when they are planning a move. 1. What to pack first when moving This first step is the … [Read more...]