Winter brings cold temperatures, icy roads, and slippery sidewalks. When the temperature is below freezing, even a light drizzle of rain can turn your steps into a slipping hazard. A slip or a fall can lead to serious injuries, so it's important to use extra caution when surfaces are wet and frozen. How to Avoid [...]
Now that winter is upon us and the holidays aren't far off, you might be thinking of ways to create a cozy holiday home for having friends and family over to celebrate. But what can you do to make things feel merry and bright? Create a Cozy Holiday Home for Entertaining If you're feeling stuck [...]
As the winter months quickly approach, it is time to start thinking about how you can prepare your home for colder temperatures and a chance of snow. When you think about getting your house ready, you should also consider how you can do so sustainably. When we care about the planet, we give younger generations [...]
A gas leak can be a dangerous occurrence, but this problem isn’t always noticeable at first. If you have a gas leak inside or outside your home, you shouldn’t wait to have the situation resolved. Waiting puts you at risk. Signs You Have a Gas Leak in Your Home When you know these four signs [...]
Since your garage door always opens and closes when you need it to, you probably never envisioned a time when it wouldn't open on demand. Unfortunately, if this time has arrived, let's help solve the problem. Help When Your Garage Door Won't Open Rather than panic and assume you need a new garage door, here [...]
If you have noticed you have ants in your kitchen, you probably want to get rid of the problem as soon as you can. This is not uncommon, since lots of us find ourselves dealing with ants and wanting to get rid of ants in your kitchen. Great Ways to Deal With Ants in Your [...]
Exercise is a vital part of our lives, and we would all benefit from making it a habit. Among many exercises, running is a great cardio activity with numerous benefits including boosting heart health and supporting healthy joints. Unfortunately, running also has the reputation of being tedious or boring. Running Not Your Thing? Try One [...]
Even though a modern heater should stand up to quite a bit of wear and tear, it requires regular maintenance. Well, I mean, if you want it to last for as long as possible. With a little bit of preventative maintenance and regular service calls, it should last for many years to come. Ways [...]
Making the decision to move into an assisted living facility is a big one. It's important to do your research to find the best possible place for your unique situation. Choosing the Right Assisted Living Facility for Yourself or Loved One Four important things to look for when choosing an assisted living facility. The Right [...]
Owning a home has its benefits and drawbacks, just like owning a car. Besides giving you protection and comfort, your home can also go out of date with time. However, to ensure you have a healthy and happy home investment, proper maintenance is key. This is because it will reduce wear and tear, as well [...]
You rely on your water heater every single day—but how often do you think about it? For most people, the answer is “not often”. That’s not surprising, given that water heaters are designed to be low-maintenance appliances. However, even the best-designed and most well-made water heater can run into trouble from time to time. Water [...]
For many boat owners, repainting their vessel is a necessary but dreaded task. Not only is it time-consuming and expensive to repaint your boat, but it can also be difficult to know when the job needs to be done in the first place. Let's help decrease the stress! Do You When It's Time to Repaint [...]
When you're experiencing bad plumbing problems at your home or business, you may think the problem is one that came on completely out of the blue. However, that is probably not the case. In fact, most plumbing problems are ones that started showing themselves long before the crisis occurred. Four Bad Plumbing Warning Signs To [...]
We're all aware that the heart of a home isn't the living room, right? It's always been the kitchen! We gather here and when your kitchen is small, it's hard to improve it so it can be the heart of your home. So, if you have a small kitchen, no doubt you struggle with its [...]
Thanks to a dangerous pandemic directly affecting the supply chain all over the world, antique furniture has increased in popularity! Antique furniture is trendy, eco-friendly, and readily available. Antique furnishings have helped people solve supply chain delays and higher prices for many custom or mass-market pieces! Plus, the thrill of the hunt brings in a [...]
Remote work has been on the rise for years, but it saw a major boom during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, many companies are transitioning to remote work on a permanent basis. If you’re the parent of a toddler, that has big benefits. It offers: more flexibility time at home with your little one extra cash [...]
First impressions matter. The first thing guests see when they arrive at your home or place of business is the driveway and concrete walkway leading up to the front door. If these areas are old, cracked, or just generally in poor condition, it can give visitors a less than favorable impression of your home or [...]
Since your home is your castle, you of course want it to remain in excellent condition. Unfortunately, once you start to notice certain things around your home that are sticking or misaligned, this often means foundation problems have found their way to your house. Never wait to address these issues! If you ignore them, get [...]
The difficulty of installing a sprinkler system will depend on things like size, budget, terrain, and whether it's for a residential property or commercial business. How To Plan and Plant a Sprinkler System However, you can get started on any type of sprinkler project with a few baselines. Familiarize Yourself With the Basics Even [...]
Sustainable gardening is in vogue amongst garden designers and everyday green thumbs. Folks are learning to use reclaimed materials for bean poles and planters, and more people are cutting their carbon use by growing their own vegetable gardens. Sustainable Gardening in an Urban Landscape You'll find most sustainable gardening advice targets folks who have their [...]
One of the most frequently used appliances in a kitchen is a garbage disposal. As you know, your disposal can get smelly in a hurry. After all, you are depositing garbage down its drain on a daily basis. Therefore, it's important to know how to keep your garbage disposal clean. 5 Ways To Keep Your [...]
Discover the ideal LGBTQ love-themed romantic novels to read. All of our favorite romantic clichés, such as friends to lovers, and forced proximity, are present in these stories, but they also explore characters discovering how to live their truths and own their identities. 8 LGBT Romance Books We Recommend to Read This Year Perfectly suited [...]
Nobody likes to face the heat alone. When summer rolls around, social events are always on the horizon, and it is a good idea to be prepared. Fortunately, you do not have to be a master party planner to throw impressive summer cookouts. Planning & Organizing Summer Cookouts The next time you are going to [...]
Have you been feeling down and a bit "blah" lately? Whether you're tired, unmotivated, or even feeling depressed, it's relatively common to find yourself in a funk from time to time. The blues are a normal part of life, but these feelings don't have to be permanent. Give Yourself a Boost When You're Feeling the [...]
As people age, they may find that some things become more challenging. One such challenge can be staying comfortable and safe in their own home. Thankfully, you can improve their senior home safety through home upgrades. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the most essential home upgrades for seniors. We will cover topics [...]
When a woman struggles: to get pregnant losing weight is experiencing other unexplained issues, such as irregular periods they may become frustrated with pinpointing the cause and finding a treatment or solution. One of the top causes of those issues mentioned is a condition called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS. What is PCOS? PCOS is [...]
I'm diverse. My audience is diverse. So I'm saying this without any shame: fuck the concept of the niche! Well, not always. You definitely need to know your audience, know what they want, and stick to your known niche. However, sometimes it's quite okay to go outside the niche and dip your toes into a [...]
Filtered air is an air management technique used for centuries to prevent fires. It’s a technique that needs to be used when there is so much as a particle of smoke or dust in the air. Filtered air helps remove particles that can promote fires, like fly ash, insulation, and mold. The benefit of filtered [...]
Home remodeling projects and renovations are part of maintenance that you can't avoid. While the final result from remodeling can be appealing and can even help you modernize your property, the process often involves lots of disruptions such as noise, movement, and dust fumes. Some people even decide to vacate the rooms to pave the [...]
Blossom Bariatrics has a mission: to help you blossom into the true version of yourself. Your weight-loss journey doesn’t end after your procedure. Successful bariatric surgery is a complete makeover of your body and your mind. What to Expect after Bariatric Surgery Discover the changes in physical activity and diet that can create a new [...]
