If you are a new homeowner, a fire extinguisher is an invaluable tool. However, having one does not always cut it because you need to prepare to use it when a fire erupts in your home. Even though you may have some basic knowledge about a fire extinguisher, anxiety and panic during a fire episode can complicate things. The little details, regarding a fire extinguisher, matter as opposed to the general knowledge that you possess.…
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Refrigerator breakdowns are not only inconvenient, they can result in major losses and wastage once food starts to go bad. While some breakdowns are unavoidable – especially as the refrigerator ages – simple maintenance practices will help to not only prevent breakdowns but also to increase efficiency and reduce your appliance’s energy consumption. Learn how you can do this with these simple maintenance tasks:
Door gaskets
The gaskets provide an airtight seal around the doors of the fridge to maintain internal temperatures.…
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The thought of mice climbing into your dishwasher to nibble at leftovers as they pee and poop everywhere is enough to make anyone freak out. Once winter rolls in, unfortunately, so do the mice. In fact, mice invade approximately 21 million homes in America every year in the winter months seeking warmth and sustenance.
Dishwashers and ovens appear to be two of their most favored nesting spots as they batten down the hatches for winter.…
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