Home and Garden - Recent Questions and Answers
If you or anyone in your household is suffering from a medical condition such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema or hay fever, you may already have heard that an air cleaner ...
If you are lucky enough to have a home or apartment with a balcony but don’t have the extra money to overhaul the space, there are plenty of cheap balcony decorating projects that ...
Many cold climate gardeners consider growing exotic tropical fruits and flowers to be something only possible for individuals who can afford to maintain heated greenhouses. Howeve...
A lot of people would like to start living green at home, but it's not easy to start especially with the hustle and bustle of modern day life. Surrounded by convenience products a...
When thinking about what would make a child's party great, you can't help but think about the entertainment that could keep the kids busy and happy long enough. This would include ...
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Your Gutters can get blocked for several reasons.
Over hanging trees losing twigs and leaves is a favorite
Moss, dirt and dust washed from your roof into the gutter
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Tens of thousands of people live below the federal poverty level in the United States, and at least as many struggle with crippling debt that they can’t seem to get out from under....
Zoning in HVAC Systems
One of the more overlooked aspects of home automation is the inclusion of area zoning in HVAC system design. Zoning eliminates the need for multiple system...
Homeowners have many ongoing expenses when maintaining their home, but one of the most significant can be their heating and cooling costs. Whether it's fighting the cold of a Michi...
Up until a few years ago I would not have known how to respond to some one if asked how to live the frugal life. I did not really think about or realize that I had been doing it a...
3 Tips to Stage Your Home During a Boston Winter
Winter in Boston is a hellish time of snow, ice, and freezing rain. Yards become blanketed white while your home is overshadowed b...
There are some clever and unique ways to bring the beauty of flowers to a party or occasion without incurring the costs typically spent at neighborhood florists. Depending on the e...
Repairing a drywall hole is a job that all homeowners and even renters face at one time or another. The good news is that this is an easy DIY job that will save the labor money tha...
Most people-- unless they are lucky enough to be in the coveted one percent-- are always thinking about how to reduce expenses. Reducing expenses becomes even more important when ...
Thinking about selling some furniture? Maybe you want to de-clutter, or make a little extra cash but don't know where to start. There are lots of ways to do it, so what you reall...
In the minds of most people, green living is associated with buying electric or hybrid cars and installing windmill generators. Unfortunately, all of these require you to spend sub...
Our offices can place a huge strain on the environment. In fact, many of us waste more energy and resources at the office than we do in our own homes. If you want to lower your env...
It's the 11th of the month and once again every kitchen cupboard has been opened and slammed shut, only to conclude exactly as last time: bare. Except for that slayer tin of fish y...
Most people wouldn't think so, but the basics of cleaning start with planning. If you want to use your cleaning time in the fastest, most efficient way possible, planning comes fi...
Moving is a busy, bustling time, and the last thing most people think about is what kind of care their new lawn may need. Here are some ideas of where to start yard and lawn care a...