When cold winter weather rolls in, your home’s heating system kicks into overdrive to keep you and your family warm. At the same time, your heating system can easily turn your home into a dry desert. Installing a whole-house humidifier can help you control humidity levels in your home while also helping you save money on energy costs. In order to get the most out of your … [Read more...] about Essential whole-house humidifier maintenance tasks
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Why choosing the right laundry detergent matters
Laundry is a tedious task, but modern washing machines make this chore much easier than years before. In addition to a wide range of washers and dryers, there are thousands of different laundry detergent formulas on the market. Everyone loves the scent of fresh laundry, but there’s more to consider than whether to choose Fresh Rain or Citrus Burst. Choosing the right laundry … [Read more...] about Why choosing the right laundry detergent matters
How to prepare your lawn equipment for fall and winter
Maintaining lawn equipment is a valuable practice that you should perform to extend the life and performance of your equipment. Neglecting your lawn tools can not only result in an unkempt lawn, but you may need to call in a landscaping expert while your equipment undergoes costly repairs. Taking the time to care for your lawn mower and other tools now will mean more years of … [Read more...] about How to prepare your lawn equipment for fall and winter
10 tips for safe and fun trick-or-treating
Halloween is all about great costumes, candy, and fun, but this holiday can prove dangerous if you don’t prepare ahead. The holiday’s most fun activity, trick-or-treating, can result in serious injuries if you don’t pay close attention during and after this Halloween tradition. Consider taking some of these simple safety precautions before taking your kids out … [Read more...] about 10 tips for safe and fun trick-or-treating
Five tips for electrical outlet maintenance
Faulty electrical outlets are a major cause of home fires. At least 25,000 electrical fires each year can be attributed to bad electrical outlets, causing over $1 billion in damage. Routine maintenance on electrical outlets can drastically reduce the risk of electrical fires in your home, making the adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” never more … [Read more...] about Five tips for electrical outlet maintenance
