When termites enter your home, they make their presence known. (DepositPhotos) Knowing the signs of termites can help you spot an infestation and prevent catastrophic damage to your home. Drywood termites and subterranean termites each leave distinct signs of their presence, and collectively, they annually cause over $ 5 billion …
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Cleaning and disinfecting nonporous surfaces are two ways to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Coronavirus primarily spreads from person to person. However, it may survive on nonporous surfaces for days, according to health experts. That’s why proper home maintenance can reduce its viability. About Coronavirus Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus …
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Black rat snakes, pictured, and black racers are nonvenomous and eat mostly rodents and other small animals. (DepositPhotos) If you’ve got black snakes around your house, chances are they’re one of two types: North American rat snakes or black racers. Both are nonvenomous, with white or grayish bellies, and eat …
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The Ring Doorbell Pro lets you answer the door, even when you’re not at home. These days, home security is more affordable than ever. And one of the most popular devices found outside an increasing number of homes is the Ring Doorbell Pro. If you’ve never head a video doorbell …
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Everyone knows that organic food is better for you and the environment. And you probably have no problem buying organic household cleaners or other consumables. But what about your bedroom, where you spend one-third of your life? Could an organic mattress really make that big of a difference to your …
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You’d be hard-pressed to find a modern-day household that doesn’t depend on cutting-edge appliances for a wide range of tasks. From cooking to food storage to cleaning, appliances tackle a broad assortment of essential chores on a daily basis. However, many of us have grown so accustomed to our appliances …
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Win a Free Termite Inspection! As seen on: Giveaways • contests.about.com • Infinite Sweepstakes Podcast Termite Types, Habits, Regions and MoreOn this special Today’s Homeowner Podcast we speak to termite expert Dr. Jim Fredericks, a board-certified entomologist and current member of the National Pest Management Association. Listen… Articles Signs Your Home May Have TermitesKnowing the …
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Moving to any big city can be stressful, but moving to a city the size of Los Angeles can be daunting. The Greater Los Angeles area has a population of 18 million people. This might feel overwhelming, but luckily the city is spread out well enough that it will never …
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Listener Questions Untreated garage floors are known for stubborn stains. https://todayshomeowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Patsy-Clip.mp3 Patsy recently moved into a new home. Evidently one of the workers parked his car in the garage and his rusty radiator leaked onto the floor and stained it. The builder tried to clean it with Iron Out and …
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