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Plumbing problems in your home can range from minor visible nuisances, to hidden troubles that can be causing major damage to your home and your family’s health. This article discusses common household plumbing problems, and what you can do to avoid them. CLOGGED DRAINS Clogged drains in your sinks and tubs are definite …

Setting up a composter in your backyard is easy. And in addition to reducing landfill waste in your local community, it's a great way to create rich fertilizer for your garden.The Benefits of Compost Compost provides many benefits, both environmental and economic, which is why it's often referred to as black gold. Compost is a rich, beneficial form of fertilizer that you can make yourself by using waste from your kitchen and yard. You can spread compost as a fertilizer for your gard …

A New Way of Preventing Dryer Fires Lint build-up in dryers is a major cause of over 15,000 fires that occur in the U.S. in a year. LintGard is a low-cost, innovative device that monitors and tells you when your dryer duct is becoming blocked by lint, pests, debris, kinks, etc. Over time, lint builds up in your dryer vent system causing reduced airflow and increased back pressure. This reduced air flow results in longer drying times, higher utility costs and an increased risk of a dryer fire.T …

To keep your refrigerator smelling fresh and help eliminate odors, place an opened box of baking soda on a shelf.

As we get older, our eyesight, agility, and dexterity are all not what they were when we first moved into our home. This article describes some simple changes that you can make to your home to help keep it safe as you get older."Stability Enhancements" Studies show that every year about one-third of all people 65 and older will slip and fall in their homes. And two-thirds of these will fall again in six months. Adding grab bars and handrails can significantly reduce the chance of sl …