Lightning never strikes in the same place twice. Bats are blind. And we only use 10 percent of our brains. What do these statements have in common? Each one is false. In fact, lightning can strike the same place twice, bats have better vision than humans (they just don’t see color), and we use most … Read more
Whether it’s a brand-new contemporary-style home or a turn-of-the-century ranch, your home will inevitably make some strange house noises here and there. Do you know which can be ignored and which could signal trouble? Well, just in case, here are five such noises you shouldn’t ignore. Scratching and Scurrying If you have pets, especially the … Read more
Being prepared for weather or other types of emergencies often can mean the difference between swift, decisive action and utter chaos. Even knowing that, many people tend to focus on the now and not the “what if.” This tends to make them less prepared than those who expect the worst and hope for the best. … Read more
Here’s a story you can relate to, perhaps even from personal experience. You buy a brand-new furnace maintenance plan, and you’re thrilled. The old one just wasn’t cutting it, and you were tired of not knowing when or if it would keep your home warm enough. So, you kicked it to the curb and allowed … Read more
Heating or cooling your garage? What a waste of time and money, right? Okay, so maybe you have a space heater in there to prevent a pipe from freezing in the winter, but even then, how many sub-freezing days do we really get? And yes, many a homeowner uses their garage as a workshop – … Read more
Certain expressions in life can make you cringe if you hear them too often. You know, like: “Be the person you were meant to be.” “Accidents will happen.” And then there’s this little gem – “Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed.” But what about: “You never get a second chance to … Read more
It’s a hot and humid day in July, and your central air system isn’t keeping your home as cool and comfortable as you’d like. So, you call up your trusty HVAC company and try to describe what’s been going on. The person on the other end of the line starts asking you some questions and … Read more
Regularly disinfecting frequently touched surfaces is always a good idea – not just during a pandemic. But doing so isn’t a magical cure-all as disinfectants can damage some surfaces. Read on to find out when not to use disinfectant wipes. Your Skin – Disinfectant wipes are meant for hard surfaces, not your hands, face, or … Read more
Few things scream “summertime” like gathering around a fire pit with family and friends. It’s one of those quintessential summer activities that’s hard not to love. Yet before you toss a few logs on the fire, take time to familiarize yourself with the basics of fire pit safety. Check weather conditions. Before starting a fire, … Read more
Life is often stressful. No, don’t pat us on the back for being insightful; we’re just stating what you already know, so we begin this blog on common ground. For one thing, stress isn’t always bad. For example, your son wants you to go on the new roller coaster with him and roller coasters freak … Read more
