2014

3 Wintertime Auto Glass Tips That Could Save Your Windshield

During the winter, you might be more worried about keeping your car on the road and getting to work on time than you are about your auto glass. Unfortunately, a few simple mistakes could lead to auto glass damage, which could mean a replacement windshield. However, you might be able to prevent problems by following these three wintertime auto glass tips: 1: Remove Ice the Right Way Nothing is worse than missing the nightly weather forecast, and then having to deal with surprise snow and ice covering your car when you try to leave for work.

Prolonged Sitting And Diabetes: Health Risks And How To Avoid Them

If you have diabetes, you probably already know how important exercise is to maintaining healthy lifestyle. What you may not know is that long walk at lunchtime or after work isn't enough to combat the effects of working at a sedentary job all day. That spells bad news for those with office jobs that sit at a desk all day. Although sitting all day at work can lead to health problems for nearly anyone, people with diabetes may be effected more than the average office worker for a number of reasons.

Temporarily Waterproof Your Basement Office Until You Get A Sump Pump Placed

If you contract, freelance or operate a small business out of your basement, you can lose money and clients when you don't waterproof the basement properly. Serious problems like a flooded basement can affect your company's bottom line – especially if you lose good clients and contractors because of it. Your waterproofing experts, like those at Safe Guard Waterproofing, can keep your basement office safe and secure with a sump pump. Until they do place the pump, you can temporarily prevent flooding in the basement and keep your clients and contractors happy.

Creative Concrete: 6 Ways To Decorate

Almost every home makes use of concrete and masonry fixtures in some way. Most buildings have concrete in driveways, stairs or patios. This thick, strong material is considered a secure anchor for spaces that need to hold a lot of weight or stay intact under any condition. However, concrete can also be a beautiful and useful design element. Here are six ways to decorate with concrete.  Industrial Walls and Curved Corners

Why Professional Movers Are The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread

Every time you move, you have to decide whether to make the move yourself of hire some help. If you, like many people, have always done it yourself, then you only see hired help as an additional expense. In reality, there are many reasons why hiring professional movers is a fantastic choice. It Doesn't Involve Asking Your Friends and Family for Favors If you and your immediate household have enough muscle to pack and unpack the truck yourself, great.

Does Your Window Need Replacing? 8 Signs Of A Failing Window

If you live in an older home, you may be allowing a bulk of your heat to escape out your windows. In fact, up to 25 percent of your home's heat can escape through gaps in drafty windows and doors, according to EarthShare. Windows that are well-maintained not only provide cost-savings, but are also more functional and aesthetically-pleasing. Here's a look at some of the most common signs of a failing window that needs replacing.

Do Not Allow Winter Weeds To Destroy Your Lawn

If you are like most homeowners, you breathe a sigh of relief when the cool winds of fall start to roll in. Cooler temperatures often mean less lawn care requirements. While you may not have to mow, you still need to keep an eye out for winter weeds that can wreck havoc on your lawn. Start Off With A Healthy Foundation One of the best ways to keep a great lawn throughout the winter, which will lead to the best lawn in the spring, is to start off with a good foundation.

Three Reasons Your Gas Heater Doesn't Light Your Fire

Are you experiencing problems getting your gas furnace to heat your home? Perhaps it heats up fine, although the noise and vibration is driving you bonkers. Maybe your heating bills have soared recently, although you can't see a difference in your usage. If your gas heater is not providing satisfactory results, look to these overlooked possibilities: 1. The Thermostat is Malfunctioning What could cause your gas heater's thermostat to suddenly malfunction?

Tasks To Complete Before An Overseas Move

Moving to a new country is one of the most challenging types of moves a family could ever make, but there are ways to make this transition easier and smoother. The best way to do this is to hire a global moving company. They will help you with the legalities and tasks associated with the move, and this will give you more time to focus on all of the issues you must handle yourself.

Recondition Wood Blinds To Save A Bundle On Window Coverings

Wood is the king of blinds materials, but wood blinds can be quite expensive. A viable alternative for the decorator on a budget is to purchase older blinds and refurbish them to fit into your home. It might take some time to get the blinds into usable condition, but your efforts will be well rewarded. 1) Determine the Condition of the Blinds Create a spot where you can hang and test the blinds, whether it is an unused wall or a window near your work area.