How to Prepare Your Home for a Heat Wave According to an Expert

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July 22, 2023

TODAY'S TOP STORY How to Prepare Your Home for a Heat Wave According to an Expert


Summer is here, and with it comes the possibility of scorching heat waves. While, of course, you can avoid going outside, how is that heat wave going to affect your home? Much like when you winterize your home, you also need to prepare your home for a heat wave. Read More »

 
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Can Black Pepper Deter Garden Pests?


Having your own garden is a great way to do something good for the planet, live more sustainably, and grow your own food so you know exactly what you’re eating. It’s a casual hobby for some and a lifestyle for others who rely on what they grow for things like canning and preserving all year. So, the last thing you want is to deal with the headache of garden pests eating all of your hard work. Read More »

 
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Does Closing Your Blinds Keep Your Home Cooler?


As temperatures rise during the scorching summer months, we’re all looking for ways to keep our living spaces cool. One commonly debated tactic is closing the blinds to block out the sun’s rays and maintain a cooler indoor environment. Does this method work or is it a useless hack?  Read More »

 
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Let’s face it, no one likes mosquitos. No matter how much you love summer, you want these pesky flying disease carriers to stay as far away from your family cookout as possible. Mosquitos aren’t just annoying—they’re dangerous. While there are plenty of things you can do to try to keep them away, knowing when they’re most active can help you plan your activities accordingly. Read More »

 
Can You Really Reuse Ziploc Bags?


Re-sealable plastic bags, like Ziploc, are convenient and easy to use (and share). But, they’re also not cheap. And, since they’re made of plastic, you probably don’t want to have to throw them away after each use. You might’ve laughed at your grandmother for using and re-using Ziploc bags again and again back in the day, but now you might be wondering if she was onto something. Read More »

 

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