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Ladybugs are a blessing in the garden; they eat aphids and ants and can protect our plants and produce from harmful bugs. But when they come indoors, they can cause a massive infestation. Bugs multiply rapidly as they lay hundreds of eggs. They often carry pollen on their wings, leading to rhinitis and allergies. They also cause stains on walls. Ladybug infestations are more common in … [Read more...] about 17 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Ladybugs in the House and on Plants

The only thing that makes snow shoveling easier is when someone else is doing it! Come first snowfall and most of us are excited to get started and experiment with creative snow removal ideas. However, the task isn’t easy and it is backbreaking work, depending on how much snow you have had. However, there are a few things you can do to make this task easier. Let us take a look at ways to … [Read more...] about 17 Easy Ways to Prevent Ice and Get Rid of Snow on Driveways

Leaks resulting from frozen pipes are the most common plumbing complaint during this time of the year. Many older houses have water pipes running beneath their walls. If you have such pipes in your house, it is very important that you prevent them from freezing by using certain tricks. Failure to do so can lead to a lot of damage.  If your house is going to be vacant this time of … [Read more...] about 8 Easy Ways to Keep Pipes from Freezing & Tips to Handle Frozen Pipes and Leaks

Squirrels and chipmunks may be cute and cuddly but when they come in our attics, they can wreak havoc. First of all, squirrels, like most rodents, tend to be pretty destructive. They can easily chew up phone wires or break lamps and tube lights. Their droppings are harmful to humans and pets. Many times, they are infested with ticks and fleas which are known to cause diseases in humans … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Squirrels in the Attic Without Killing Them

Warning: This guide is solely written with the intention to help someone who has been locked out of their home or been stranded without a key. It is definitely not written to encourage criminal activity. The guide teaches basic steps of how to pick a lock with different tools that are readily available everywhere. Perhaps you are here because you are learning lock picking as a hobby, … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Ways to Pick a Lock – Basic Steps

Now that we have entered 2020, we must clear away any bad energy left behind by the previous year. It is time to declutter and remove the debris left behind by arguments, stress, jealousy, hatred, and other negative emotions. Energy clearing and de-cluttering help bring loving, positive energy into your home as well as your aura so that you are ready to take on the New Year with … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Ways to Clear Bad Energy from Your Home

Carpet beetles and clothes moths are well-known destroyers of fabric. You can find them in your closets, carpets, rugs, and even in your mattresses where they inflict a great deal of harm on your textiles. You might have seen tiny holes in your woolen sweaters and cashmere blouses and they are, in all likelihood, caused by carpet beetles. In this guide, we will study some simple ways to … [Read more...] about 15 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Carpet Beetles and Clothes Moths

Come winter season, the indoor air starts becoming cold, dry and devoid of humidity. Dry winter air can cause nasal congestion, nose bleeds, eczema and itching, asthma, cracked heels, dry skin and hair, sore throat, and a host of other skin and respiratory issues. Dry indoor air is also responsible for the static shocks that we experience in winters. So let us look at some ways to raise … [Read more...] about 14 Easy Ways to Add Humidity to a House in Winter

A dilemma many people around the world face during Christmas: real tree or a fake one? If you are traditional and old-school, then you know that a ‘real’ Christmas tree is the only way to celebrate the season. According to statistics, the average American consumer spent about $78 on a real Christmas tree in 2018. Naturally, the question most people want to be answered is ‘how do I keep … [Read more...] about 9 Easy Ways to Keep Your Christmas Tree Fresh Longer

Mattresses can, over time, accumulate odors and stains. If you have pets, or a child that wets his/her bed, then too, you need to clean the mattress out in order to prevent those odors. Always use mattress protectors or encasements in such cases. These help your mattresses last long and they also prevent bed bugs, dust mites, and allergens. So allergy sufferers should definitely use … [Read more...] about 12 Easy Ways to Deep Clean a Mattress