Fortunately, we do not see headlines like these very often. But even once would be traumatic if your children or grandchildren were involved. For all of us, child safety is always high on the list. With that in mind, we felt compelled to share some thoughts regarding potential safety issues in the typical home setting. […]
YIPES – I AM BEING PESTERED BY ANTS – HOW DO I GET RID OF THEM?
Springtime is wonderful, but with it comes those pesky little ants that find their way into your home and into undesirable places where you have food or where you and your family get together to eat. Here are some old, new and unusual methods to rid you of their presence. Caulk The idea here is […]
MOTHER’S DAY LEFTOVERS – FANTASTIC RECIPES WE MUST SHARE!
We heard about beautiful flower arrangements and boxes of melt in your mouth candy, but numerous “to die for” recipes (old and new) were discussed and rated. We offer two for your review, experimentation and enjoyment. A LITTLE BIT DIFFERENT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE (prepare the night before) 1 box (6 ounces) stuffing mix (any flavor) 1 pound […]
HERE COME THE PESTS – SOME BASIC TACTICS TO GET RID OF THEM
It is springtime and like it or not, we are all going to deal with the little critters that will find us both inside and outside our homes. Let’s look at some ways to reduce the impact of a few of them on our warm weather enjoyment. MOSQUITOS The Center for Disease Control says oil […]
HIDDEN HAZARDS IN THE HOME – ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT RISK?
Home is where the heart is, but it can also be a dangerous environment. To educate and keep you safe in your surroundings, let’s examine some lesser known hazards that can cause serious health issues in your home. LEAD IN YOUR WATER SUPPLY The situation in Flint, MI is extreme, but lead in water is […]
YOUR MULCH LOOKS GREAT – BUT DO UGLY AND SCARY BUGS LIVE IN IT?
First you decide on a color, then how much to buy and then where to buy it. But what type mulch should be used? Best way to apply it? Helpful hints? Properly distributed mulch can amplify the existing beauty of your landscaping efforts. Evenly spread, colorful mulch also makes a yard appear more organized and […]
COULD YOU USE $50,000 WORTH OF INSURANCE FOR ONLY $30?
If you have a finished basement that is enjoyed by your entire family and your friends, then read on to see how you can get this incredibly low cost “peace of mind” coverage. Most of us have smoke alarms in our homes to detect smoke in its earliest stages. We are well aware of the […]
HATE THE INCONVENIENCE OF AND THE COST TO OPEN A CLOGGED DRAIN?
Then read about a low cost (pennies a day) maintenance product that will keep you from having this issue in your home. Clogged drains always seem to happen with a house full of people or at a time when money is short! BIO-CLEAN – the name just sounds right! It can take care of your problem […]
WILL YOUR SUMP PUMP KEEP THE FLOODING WATER OUT OF YOUR BASEMENT?
Following some basic guidelines will help to protect your basement from the basement water damage that can come with the spring thaws. The sump pump is one of those “insurance policy” appliances that you depend upon to be there when you need it. Severe storms and spring thaws can create an overabundance of water that needs to soak into the soil. […]
FINALLY – GET RID OF THAT TOO HOT OR TOO COLD BEDROOM PROBLEM!!!
Almost everybody has that one room in their house where the temperature is either too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter. Welcome to the world of “Ductless Split Systems.” You may have heard about or read about or even seen the small, indoor devices installed high on walls in homes, restaurants […]
