9+ hour, 54+ min ago   (726+ words) Silverfish aren’t harmful to humans, but that doesn’t stop them becoming a nuisance for homeowners in the UK. August marks the peak season for the small, wingless insects, so if you’ve seen more around recently, that could be why. While…...

10+ hour, 32+ min ago   (869+ words) Not every no-heat call is a true emergency, and knowing the difference saves both money and a wait for the next available technician. That triage step matters because it shapes how fast a technician needs to arrive and what they…...

9+ hour, 31+ min ago   (711+ words) -Comments RSS -Or enter email address below for notifications In my last post, I was talking about our search for a new apartment. For the record, my motivation was that I hadn’t written much lately, so why not write about…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (304+ words) If you have a garden or a porch of potted plants, have you ever wondered whether the bugs in your garden are helping or hurting your plants? There is a free program in September at A&M University-Texarkana that can…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago   (456+ words) Owning a home is a journey that continues long after you receive the keys. Your financial needs often change with time, whether you are buying your first property, expanding your family, or improving your existing living space. Understanding the different…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago   (757+ words) Ductless mini-split systems generally have an expected lifespan of about 12 to 20 years, depending on usage, maintenance, climate, and equipment quality....

1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (729+ words) Clothes moths have plagued my home, until I tried this approach I’m no stranger to clothes moths. In the height of summer, I’d spot several a night on my walls – and they were everywhere. I’d find them hiding behind the…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago   (426+ words) With hot weather sweeping across the country this week it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the garden. However, if you have children there are some dangers lurking in the garden, especially with temperatures forecast in the high…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (256+ words) Late summer brings a specific set of backyard hazards that don't apply year-round — worth a deliberate check rather than assuming a yard that was safe in spring is still fully safe now. Late summer is peak season for foxtails and…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago   (491+ words) When a heating and cooling system is installed poorly, it can lead to wasted energy, extra wear and tear, and comfort problems throughout the home. One new homeowner investigating an unusually loud HVAC hum in the basement found something unexpected…...