Cleaning

Unclog Garbage Disposal – What NOT to Throw Into One

April 19, 2012
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Many people love their garbage disposal, because it allows them to get rid of food remnants that would otherwise stink up the kitchen. Garbage disposals can indeed be quite handy, but need to be cared for, just like other parts of a home’s plumbing system. Any plumber will testify to that.

No matter if you are moving into a new home, or are having a …

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How to Clean Smoke Damage

March 6, 2012
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Most homeowners are anxious to clean their house after a fire, but it is important to seek professional advice to avoid making the problem worse. Immediately after the fire is out, the first thing you should do is to contact your insurance agency to ask for advice on smoke restoration and replacement of damaged items. If your house is a rental, notify the owners so …

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Drain Cleaners That Work | DIY Drain Cleaner

February 15, 2012
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A drain cleaner is a product that can be helpful in unblocking sewer pipes and it can also prevent future blockages. There are three main types of products: those that are meant for the removal of soft obstructions, devices that can eliminate soft and hard obstructions and those that can reduce future clogs. For each of these three categories, a few types of devices are …

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Garage Shelving Ideas – How to Choose Guide

February 2, 2012
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It’s not unusual to find that garages in many homes are used as dumping grounds for all the items that are not frequently used in the main house, but can’t be discarded for good.
Over a period of time these items get piled up, leaving barely enough space for parking of a family car. It’s then that the homeowner is left with no option but …

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How To Clean Stainless Steel Refrigerator – Two Tips for Cleaning Stainless Steel Samsung Refrigerators

December 23, 2011
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Over the last decade, Samsung stainless steel refrigerators have been on of the best-selling fridge freezers in the new trend of modern kitchen appliance design. This has been helped with the increasingly air time that home improvement and DIY television series has tended to have – and the major appliance manufacturers are expecting  a very impressive 2012 when it comes to increased sales and market share …

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How To Remove Mold and Mildew From Siding

December 19, 2011
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One of the more common places for mold and mildew to grow in your house is on your outside siding. If you have sidings that have started to look green or dark blue, you may be suffering from the effects of mold and mildew. The good news is that this is pretty easy to clean off your siding and get rid of the discoloration caused by …

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How to Get Rid of Mildew and Mold Smell

December 15, 2011
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If your home smells like mold and mildew, it doesn’t mean that you need to move to a different or a new house. As a matter fact it is not difficult to get rid of the smell nor preventing it coming back. Well at least it isn’t that difficult, if you know how to deal with it.

Once you realize you have a problem with mold and …

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DIY Mold Removal – What to Do About Mold

November 28, 2011
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Your home should be a sanctuary for you and your family where you can retreat to a familiar place and restore your energy.  With the home being the central meeting ground for all family members, it’s important that if nothing else, the house itself be environmentally sound.  With the consequences of mold increasing in homes it’s more important than ever to pay attention to and …

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Homemade Grout Cleaner and Tile Recipe – A DIY Project

November 23, 2011
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If you’re looking for a good homemade recipe for a grout cleaner that won’t disappoint you and will get rid of even some of the toughest grout stains, then this is a good recipe for you to consider using. When I was reading a blog written by another tile cleaning expert, I came across this recipe and I thought it was so great that I …

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DIY Termite Control – Ways to Intelligently Combat a Termite Invasion

July 20, 2011
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If you are ever on a warpath against pesky vermin like termites then be prepared for a messy war. To prepare for a face off with a stealthy opponent like termites it is better that you are versed with the different types of termites found in your area. With an in-depth knowledge about the enemy that you will be facing, you will have a better …

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DIY Roof Cleaning Moss, Mold, and Algae

July 12, 2011
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A home’s roof is absolutely vital as it protects your house from harsh weather and other environmental elements. In geographical areas that are often damp or have high humidity another enemy to a roof is the growth of algae and roof moss. Once it takes root on the surface, it seeks dark and moist areas in which to spread and grow. Structural damage does …

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