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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

5 Things You're Doing That Attract Mosquitoes to Your Yard

Did you know that there are things you could be unknowingly doing to encourage mosquito visitors? Find out how to stop attracting mosquitoes so you can enjoy your time outdoors. 

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Home Improvement
Bridget Coila

What Do Surge Protectors Do?

You can safeguard your electronics with a surge protector that acts as a buffer between your home's electrical system and your device.

BOTHELL, WA/USA- May 19, 2022: ADT Home security sign displayed in front of home
Home Improvement
Elizabeth Michael

Does Putting a Security Sign in Your Yard Really Deter Burglars?

Do security signs make burglars think twice about stealing from your home?

An apple that has been cut in half has been left to attract the fruit flies
Home Improvement
Missy Nolan

Why Are There Fruit Flies in My Kitchen? (Plus, How to Get Them Out)

Few things can ruin your appetite like an annoying swarm of fruit flies hovering around ripe produce. If you can relate, you might be wondering where these icky insects came from and how to get rid of fruit flies in your house.

garage sale sign on a street corner
Home Improvement
Michael Franco

How to Have a Garage Sale

A garage sale not only clears out your home and earns you some cash, but lets some items have a second life. Here are the steps to success.

duplicate machine make new key. Locksmith theme
Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

Can a Locksmith Create a New Key For a Lock If I Lost All the Copies?

Locksmiths are able to make a key without the original using several techniques. It's a complicated job requiring significant skill, so you'll need to hire a qualified locksmith instead of a regular key cutter.

powerstrip with overloaded circuit
Home Improvement
Rowan Guthrie

How Do You Know a Circuit Is Overloaded?

Electrical circuits are designed to safely handle a limited amount of electricity flowing through them. But when too many devices draw power from the same circuit, it can become dangerously overloaded.

Broken home doors after burglary. Home insurance concept
Home Improvement
Missy Nolan

These 5 Things Are Signs Your Home Has Been Invaded

Some signs of a burglary are obvious, such as a trail of muddy footprints leading to an open front door. Others, such as strange markings on your windows or garage door, can be harder to notice.