February 4th, 2022 Check the latest tech. There are all sorts of new home security devices, like doorbells that ring on your cell phone and inexpensive easy to install surveillance systems, such as the Canary. get advice at your electronics store or read on-line...
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Tips For Finding a Contractor
January 4th, 2022When searching for a contractor you should: Ask neighbors and friends if they have worked with any contractor they would recommend Look in the yellow pages / internet Focus on local companies Get three bids with details in writing ...
Read ArticleChristmas Tree Safety Tips
December 4th, 2021If you have an artificial tree, be sure it's labeled, certified or identified as fire retardant. If you buy a live tree, make sure it's fresh. The needles should be hard to pull off the branches. To keep a live tree fresh, cut off about two...
Read ArticleWhat To Do About Algae Streaks
November 4th, 2021Algae Streaks, They're destroying the longevity and curb appeal of your roof. The streaks and stains are actually an algae feeding on the limestone filler in the asphalt shingle on your roof. Roof Algae is photoautotrophic cyananobacteria...
Read ArticleWinter Safety Tip
October 4th, 2021Winter Safety Tip: As winter takes hold across the Midwest your furnace and other heating equipment will be used more often. Purchase a Carbon Monoxide Detector. CO poisoning is a colorless, odorless gas that is produced during the combustion of...
Read ArticleTesting Grounded Outlets
September 4th, 2021Testing grounded outlets is quite simple with ordinary electrical testers, such as those in the picture to the left, which are available at most hardware stores. They will show common faults in the wiring, such as an open ground, open hot, open...
Read ArticleThe Importance of Landscaping Your Home
August 4th, 2021Landscaping is important to a home. It can add beauty and brighten our lives with birds, bees, flowers, and shrubbery. There are few sights more pleasant than a crocus that has pushed its way through a bank of snow and turned to follow the sun, or...
Read ArticleEmergency Shut-Off Locations
July 4th, 2021Emergency Shut-off locations are the first thing that homeowners need to be aware of. Depending on the emergency, it often becomes necessary to shut-off a utility quickly. Therefore, every responsible member of a household should make a mental note...
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