2015

How To Improve The Insulation In Your Attic

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If you want to keep your home warmer in the winter, and lower your heating costs too, the first place to start is the attic. Proper insulation will keep cold air out and keep your living space much warmer. Here are some tips for improving your attic insulation. Check Old Insulation If you have rolls of insulation on the floor, check to see if they are compressed, wet, or moldy. If so, you should remove the old insulation before you install new material.

6 May 2015

Considering New Kitchen Countertops? Here's How Quartz And Granite Compare

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While there are several different types of materials used to make kitchen countertops, granite and quartz are among the most popular, especially if you want your kitchen to have a modern, gourmet appearance. The two materials are very similar, yet they have some differences that could affect your buying decision. Here's how quartz and granite compare. Manufacturing Process Granite is cut from the earth in big slabs. Each slab has its own unique design and color.

19 April 2015

Tips For Gravel Road Driving And Tire Repair

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Living out in the country can be a wonderful way of life – you get lots of peace and quiet, but you also often have to deal with driving on dirt and gravel roads. Gravel roads will not only essentially chew up the treat on your tires, but you will frequently pick up nails, bits of metal and other oddball objects that will give you a lot of flat tires – usually when it is most inconvenient.

31 March 2015

3 Ways Self Storage Can Make Spring Cleaning a Breeze

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Springs is on the way and you might have found yourself smitten with spring fever. When cleaning up the house this spring, consider renting out a self storage unit. It can help the process move along rather swimmingly and get you back on track for the normal life. So, how can self storage help you through the seasonal changes? Rotate Out Your Seasonal Stuff This is where self storage really shines.

20 March 2015

3 Tips For Choosing & Using the Right Storage Unit

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Moving from one place to another can be a huge pain, largely because you often have to figure out unique ways to deal with your belongings. If you have a number of items that you need to stash away somewhere before moving, renting out a storage unit is one of the best ways to go about it. To that end, you'll need to make sure that you follow some guidelines that will allow you to make the absolute most of this process.

5 March 2015

Create A Serenity Garden In Your Home's Yard

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If you want to bring a serene spot or tranquil garden area to your home or property, you may be able to create a living canopy of carefully-selected plants to provide a restful and beautiful space. The hanging, climbing, and weeping plants, vines, and trees, will make a quiet, obscured spot that is ideal for lounging, conversing, or relaxing. Create your own serenity garden with the following tips: Vines Vines help to provide the obscurity and privacy in your serenity garden.

25 February 2015

Moving Companies: What To Look For

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If you're planning a move, you're most likely considering hiring a professional mover to help you transport all of your household goods like furniture and other belongings to your new home. Before you choose, it's always a good idea to know what you should expect as well as what you should require from your mover. Take a look at these key items to determine how to find a local mover from one of the best moving companies available for your needs.

17 February 2015

Bug-Free Patio Furniture: How To Keep Spiders And Other Pests From Nesting Where You Sit

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Outdoor furniture is so inviting, especially to to spiders and other nesting pests. However, as a homeowner, the last thing you want to do is sit down on a patio chair and find that a spider or mud dauber has made its nest under your buttocks. If you want to avoid an uncomfortably nauseating scenario of newborn arachnids or wasp larvae sticking to you, here is how you can keep these pests away from the patio furniture.

6 February 2015

Stay Green With Your Next Office Move

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You've developed a reputation with your customers as an ecologically-conscious company. There is no reason to throw that out the window with your next office move. Reusable and recyclable products can make your relocation a green one. It starts with looking for a moving company that supports the following products and will help you keep your green reputation. Packing Boxes One option is to find professional movers that uses plastic boxes.

30 January 2015

Top 3 Reasons To Replace Appliances Before They Fail

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Is your kitchen starting to look a bit shabby? Are you wondering if it's time to replace your appliances? Even if you think that they are still working fine, there are many reasons why it might be time to replace them. Here are reasons to get rid of your old appliances, before they fail: Take advantage of sales: There could be several months of life left in your refrigerator, but will refrigerators be affordable at that time?

27 January 2015