A Weekend Lost

A Weekend Lost

You work hard all week and look forward to the weekend, a time to relax and enjoy family and friends (but you still have to mow the grass!) But, sometime during the week, you look down. You aren’t happy with the condition of the carpet. So you make a decision to rent...
The Imminent Arrival of Old Man Winter

The Imminent Arrival of Old Man Winter

It may just be the fall season right now, but that’s about to change soon, into… winter. And getting ready for winter is important, with several aspects regarding your home and protecting what’s most valuable to you. Obviously, winter is outside, but it will want to...
Candles and Scents

Candles and Scents

There’s nothing more inviting than the smell of delicious cookies, cakes or other tasty foods being prepared in the kitchen. Your nose can’t help but lead you to the source. There are other smells in many homes that are inviting as well… those nice fragrances from...
Clean It — Don’t Cover It

Clean It — Don’t Cover It

Odors. They are everywhere. When pleasant, we might call them “scents.” When not-so-pleasant, we might call them malodors. Odors are caused by a variety of sources. Some odors are pleasant, welcoming, such as from a fresh-cut batch of flowers or a nice, home-cooked...
Three Steps for Drying Out

Three Steps for Drying Out

There are many causes of water damage to homes and buildings, ranging from heavy rains, leaky roofs, broken pipes, failure hot water heaters, sewage back-ups and more. The cause of the damage must be considered when drying out a home or building. If it is “fresh”...