I've been in the real estate industry for 20 years and been president of the real estate association of Southern California. Any real estate agent knows, we are always combating with the odor problem. Whether it be cigarette odors, mold and ... more »
Have some pesky varmits in your house? Let's review how to determine what type of pest you have and where they are entering your home. Then find a few tips and tricks to send those pests packing!.. more »
Are you tired of that awful after smell left by your furry friend in your carpet? Well I have found the solution! If you have a household steam cleaner, you can do it too!.. more »
I used to live in apartments, and no matter how clean you are...Roaches are a fact of life in apartments. Then I found a way to get rid of the ugly little buggars for ever!!! This is so easy, you won't believe it! And the best thing is.....it ... more »
Cockroaches transmit many diseases. They also contaminate your food and your kitchen utensils with their excrement and salivary secretions. They are also known for leaving unpleasant odors. Cockroaches have also been linked to asthma in ... more »
Sticky foam is a very tacky substance used by law enforcement or military personnel to overpower and impair individuals who need to be controlled. The sticky foam is shot from a fire extinguisher type gun which can fire multiple shots of the ... more »
If you have made some energy efficient improvements to your home you may be qualified for some tax credits. This is exciting because the money you spent on these improvements has compounding benefits. Making these improvement increases comfort, ... more »
Loosing the small manual that comes with a multi-device replacement remote control or a portable CD player or other device or item is common. But even though you don't have the paper manual that came with the device, you can in most cases still ... more »
Heating water is the third largest energy expense to most home consumers annually. In fact, it typically accounts for roughly 13 percent of the average utility bill. Getting the most bang for your buck when heating water is way easier than you ... more »
Home inspectors are highly trained professionals experienced in all aspects of house structure and mechanical systems. Very often, home inspectors are eager to share their knowledge with a prospective home buyer, which presents a great ... more »
A professional home inspection is an absolute must for anyone planning to purchase a home. An inspector will help you understand any problems the house may have, from basic maintenance issues to large-scale structural problems that could cost ... more »
Spring has sprung! Even more important than buds, birds, and bees, spring brings buyers! When buyers are looking for a place to nest, they would really rather not see problems. As it turns out, nearly every home inspected has problems or ... more »
Cleaning the Mower First let’s start by cleaning your equipment. This alone could possibly resolve the issue of not be able to start the mower as any kind of debris on mechanical equipment hinders performance. Besides it’s always a good idea to ... more »
Holiday shopping is never easy. Knowing what to buy for your loved ones is half the battle. You know you want to buy something that they need and can really use, but what? Here’s an off the wall gift idea; mind you, it’ll really work for ... more »
Many of us ensure that we have a regular check up at the doctors to ensure that we stay in good physical fitness, but have you ever thought of giving your home the same treatment? To keep your house in perfect condition I advise that you carry ... more »
Sustainability can be defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. With rising awareness and focus on the state of the environment, going green has become a priority ... more »
Honestly, you can't Go Green overnight. It should be a progressive project allowing your family to learn their way into new habit and to ease the monetary investment. Fortunately, many changes can be done for just a few dollars, and do not ... more »
You don't have to buy and expensive programmable thermostat to save money and "go green." If you have a forced air HVAC system you can do it with some simple steps... more »
The use of compact florescent light bulbs (CFLs) is growing. More efficient than standard lighting and purportedly using 75% less energy, they last ten times longer than incandescent bulbs! Yet this wunderkind creates problems. Only 23% of the ... more »
Customers who have digital cable can all sympathize with the little old lady who took a hammer to her cable box in an act of dissatisfaction. With lousy customer service, products that rarely work the way they're supposed to and prices in the ... more »
Conserving energy is good for the environment and the checkbook. It isn’t hard to do, but may take some re-thinking about the details we take for granted every day. There are a huge variety of ways to have big electric savings at home. Here are ... more »
Hiring a contractor may sound as simple as opening the phone book and pointing to a number. But you don't need a license to buy an advertisement. You don't even need to know what you are doing to buy an advertisement. Here are some steps to get ... more »
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