The heat and humidity of summer make it quite difficult to keep sliding glass doors in good condition. Dirt, moisture, and normal wear and tear may damage the door and its tracks, making it hard to open or close the door. In this guide, readers will find out about common sliding door problems, what to do to make their sliding doors operate more smoothly, and when they should call for professional advice.
In our area of southwest Florida, hurricanes will inevitably strike as they move over the state from the Atlantic to the Gulf and vice-versa. When these storms sweep through, they leave behind a path of destruction in their wake. There are steps you can take to make sure your home and lanai is hurricane ready. Here are some tips on how to ensure your southwest Florida lanai is prepared for a hurricane.
One of the myths about ceiling fans is that they lower the temperature in a room. Actually, ceiling fans do not lower room temperature. However, they do create a breeze, making room occupants feel cooler and more comfortable.
Owning your home comes with a lot of tedious tasks that must be done in order to maintain your property. Some of them you probably anticipate doing on an annual basis, such as having your heating and cooling system serviced. Others are a little less clear. For example, how often should you really be changing you air filter.
So what’s with all the filter cartridges in your whole house RO filtration system? Or why does your Brita water purifier insist on coconut-based activated carbon resin filters? I mean, if you’ve invested in a quality RO system or even an undersink POU for your kitchen, you won’t have to replace the filter often. And today’s top brands make the necessary labor of filter replacement fairly easy.
If your sink smells like the dumpster behind a restaurant, take ten minutes to clean out your garbage disposal with these freshening tips.
If you’re looking for a professional to drive your car for you, this is known as a “Driveaway” service. It is the hiring an individual or company that specializes in driving cars from one location to another, sometimes thousands of miles.
smoke detector maintenance. Replace smoke alarms every decade. Vacuum alarms at least once a year to remove dust, a big contributor to faulty alarms. Replace batteries every year unless you use the long-life kind. Avoid using long-life batteries in older smoke alarms as they could render them inoperable.
In any geographic region, mosquito season depends on two factors: rainfall and temperature. In many parts of the country, the first warm days of spring signal the start of mosquito season and winter’s first frost signals the end—except in more arid areas, where mosquito populations don’t pose a problem even in colder months.
Once winter is over, millions of Americans rush to clean their home in preparation of the new season! The reasons for spring cleaning go far beyond the appearance of a clean home. Here’s just a few benefits of giving your home a deep clean.