Getting rid of plant gnats
Plant gnats, also known as fungus gnats, are small flying insects that can be a nuisance in your home. They are attracted to moisture and can often be found around indoor plants. While they do not harm humans, they can damage the roots of plants and can be a problem...
Why is your roof leaking
Roof leaks are a common problem that many homeowners face. They can be caused by a variety of factors, such as poor maintenance, age, weather damage, and poor installation. In this blog post, we will discuss how roof leaks occur and what you can do to prevent them....
Trees you may want to avoid
Trees can be beautiful in your yard. If you are shopping around for trees to plant in your yard, here are a few trees you may want to avoid. You may want to avoid planting the Tree of Heaven. This tree can be invasive, dirty, and messy. It is also very difficult to...
Foods to avoid for garbage disposal
You may think that it is ok to put any type of food into your garbage disposal, but there are a few foods that you really should avoid. Here are a few foods you should not put into your garbage disposal to help prevent problems. The first food that you may think is...
What is an electric baseboard heater
Do you know what an electric baseboard heater is and how it works? Here is a little information to help familiarize yourself with this type of heating element. Electric baseboard heaters are electric heating elements that are wide and short that are installed near...
Houseplants that are pet friendly
There are many houseplants that are considered toxic for your pet if they eat the plant. This does not mean you need to go plant free in your home. If you are not able to keep your houseplants where your pet can reach them, or if your sneaky cat can climb anywhere,...
Closet organization
Do you have things piled high in your closet? Can you even close your closet door without any effort? If the answer is yes, here are a few organizing tips that will help you to get your closet more organized. The first tip is to store your out-of-season items in...
Protecting your furniture from cats
Cats scratch things for a number of reasons. They scratch to leave their scent, remove the outside of their nails, and to simply stretch their legs and muscles. Most people really do not want their cats scratching up their furniture. Here are a few tips to help deter...
When should you mow your lawn
You may have wondered when the best time of day is to mow your lawn. Here are a few suggestions for when you should mow your lawn and when you should not mow your lawn. The first suggestion is to not mow your lawn during a drought or periods of dry spells. Mowing your...
Cleaning your ceiling fans
Do you avoid cleaning your ceiling fans because it just makes a huge mess? Here are a few suggestions to help you reduce the mess while cleaning your ceiling fans. The first suggestion is to use a dry microfiber cloth to first wipe down the ceiling fans' lightbulbs....