Few things terrify the average homeowner as much as the thought of a termite infestation. These nasty insects can cause massive amounts of damage, costing hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to repair. If you own a home and are concerned about termites, read on. This article will present two important strategies to ensure termites don’t start a colony at your house.
Evaluate your property.
Unfortunately, termites are notoriously easy to please.…
To someone who uses their guitar on a daily basis, the idea of needing to know how to safely secure it in storage may seem absurd. There are, however, a lot of reasons why a person may need to store his or her electric guitar for a period of time. Maybe you are babysitting a toddler for a few weeks and you do not want it to get damaged? It is also possible that you bought it as a gift and you need a safe place to hide it.…
When you are planning on moving to a new home, there is a lot to consider. Deciding how to move your large and bulky items is a big decision to make. Unless you plan to hire a professional moving company, you will need to rent or buy equipment to help you move certain items. Whether you need an easier way to get multiple boxes up the stairs or you are moving a large sofa, the following equipment can help you get the job done.…
Are you plagued by a plethora of insects? Are you trying to decide whether you should ignore them or call a pest control company? As you’re probably aware, insects can infest even the cleanest of houses. Unfortunately, insects are also the carriers of many different diseases. Here are a few insects and diseases that you should watch for:
Ticks: Lyme disease is perhaps one of the most famous diseases that can be caught by being bitten by ticks.…
If you need your carpet cleaned in a hurry or don’t have the money for a professional cleaning service, shampooing it yourself with a home carpet shampooer is a good solution. It may not remove the deepest, most ground-in dirt like a professional steam cleaning will, but it will make your carpet look and feel cleaner for a while. In order to make sure you get the most out of your shampooing session, avoid these common mistakes.…
Termites can cause a home a lot of destruction if they are present within the walls. They are known to chew through wooden items, causing damage to foundations and the structures of buildings in the process. If you suspect you have a termite problem within your own home, you will want to work fast and diligently for their removal so you can save your home from unnecessary repair. Here are some tips you can use to help you remove and keep termites out of your home for good.…
Given budgetary restraints, businesses are usually more focused on using the money they do have for better serving their customers and are less focused on interior design. However, if it is time for a renovation, there are small changes that an office can make that will make it appear more professional and many of the changes you can make will also improve productivity.
Replace Your Desks
Consider replacing the desks you currently have with more ergonomic desks that also provide a sufficient amount of workspace.…
Storage units are a great way to get things you don’t use everyday out of your home and free up space. However, since you usually pay for a storage unit based on its size, it’s important to make the most of the space you have available to you. This guide features three storage hacks that will let you squeeze more of your things into your storage unit, no matter what the size.…
Carpenter bees are excellent at burrowing into wood to make their nests, which can mean a big headache for you if they choose your home to dwell in. Carpenter bees can eventually eat away at the structural integrity of your home, and generally act as a nuisance. That’s why it’s important to know how to prevent these bees from entering your home in the first place and properly treat them if they’re already there.…
Termites invade more than 600,000 U.S. homes each year and cause more than five billion dollars in damage, according to the National Pest Management Association. What’s more, the average cost of getting rid of these bugs is $3,000. Fortunately, termites are slow eaters and it takes years for a colony to cause extensive damage. That’s why it’s important to be alert for the signs that a termite colony has taken up residence in your home and eradicate the problem before it becomes too costly.…
