Archive for September 2017
Good Ways to Keep Your Home Safe and Secure from Intruders
If your home has ever been broken into, it’s one time too many. While many things within your home can easily be replaced or restored, your feeling of self-assurance and safety cannot. That’s why it’s important to take the proper precautions now to prevent a break-in or security breach from occurring in the future. Here…
Read MoreYour ‘Clean’ Kitchen Sponge has a Dirty Little Secret
THE myth that you can get rid of the germs from your beloved kitchen sponge by tossing the grubby thing into the microwave has officially been busted. A new study in the journal Scientific Reports, conducted by a team of German researchers, has found that the methods we use to clean our kitchen sponges are all relatively ineffective…
Read MoreNine Things Robbers Look at When Canvassing Your Home
You’ve put heart, soul and a lot of bucks into turning your house into a home. The last thing you want is for someone to break in and rob you. A home intruder is scary to even think about, but spending a few minutes of time recognising and fixing ways your home is vulnerable can…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Bringing Bedbugs Home from Vacation
They creep, they crawl, and they just might be in your hotel room. And worse, they could be coming home with you. Bedbug infestations can occur at any time, but experts say it’s wise to be extra wary of the critters during peak travel times — like summer, for instance. Hiding in cracks and crevices,…
Read MoreBeware of Bed Bugs: 7 Things to Know about the Blood-sucking Critters
SINGAPORE – Low-cost carrier Scoot and cinema chain Golden Village are under the microscope, after their customers complained of being bitten by bed bugs last week. Scoot passenger Jiamin Han noticed bites on her arms and back following flights from Singapore to Hong Kong and back, while cinema patron Debra Low complained about the bugs at two of Golden Village’s…
Read More10 Reasons Why House Mice Thrive
The house mouse has been dubbed by some scientists as the “second most successful mammal on earth.” It also represents the most important rodent pest in the United States. Various industry surveys have estimated that house mouse control accounts for 68 percent of all rodent work performed. But despite all the money, effort and expertise…
Read MoreThe 30-minute Home-cleaning Hack Everyone Should Be Following
If you’ve ever experienced the life-changing magic of Marie Kondo or tried to feng shui your space, you know that most home organization methods require planning—and a lot of effort to fully execute.
Read MoreHow to Pick a Home-security System You Can Monitor from Your Smartphone
Question: I’m considering a DIY home-security system. Any suggestions? Answer: There’s never been a better time to consider adding devices to your home that allow you to monitor what’s going on from anywhere in the world. The sheer number of options can be overwhelming, so breaking down your needs is the best way of narrowing down your…
Read MoreMaking Toughest Household Chores a Snap
When it comes to household chores, we’re all guilty of playing favorites. Even Becky Rapinchuk, who has made a career of sharing housekeeping tips on her blog Clean Mama (cleanmama.net), says there are tasks she loves and tasks she loathes. “I love cooking and puttering around before and after meals, so the kitchen is usually…
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