Woodworms are wood-eating larvae of beetles. Considered as pests, all woodworms consume wood until they reach maturity. Adult beetles lay eggs on or under the surface of a wooden item. When the eggs hatch into grubs, the critters will bury themselves deeper into the wood by feeding on the wooden …
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Household Uses for White Vinegar
If you think vinegar is strictly used for cooking, think again! Vinegar is surprisingly versatile. It adds flavors to your green salads while detoxifying the system. You can also use vinegar to deodorize your home, eliminate germs, and even de-clog the sink! In today’s post, we are listing down amazing …
Read More »Tips for Pre-Treating New Construction with Anti-Termite
Termites are insects that feed on clothing, as well as new and decayed wood. These destructive insects thrive in damp, dank environments. Each year, termites destroy millions of dollars’ worth of properties. To protect your home from termites, you need to treat the wood frame itself. Pre-treating the wood will …
Read More »A DIY Guide on Painting Iron Gates and Wrought Railing
A rusty iron gate and railings are not only unsightly; they will also comprise the security of your property. A quick way to refresh your outdoor living space and extend the life of your gate and railing is to add a fresh coat of paint to iron gates and iron-wrought …
Read More »How to Remove Graffiti on Any Surface
Graffiti is notoriously hard to remove especially on porous surfaces. The good news is, there are many ways to remove unwanted drawings on any structure without having it professionally cleaned. The key to eliminating graffiti of any kind is to use a small amount of solvent. You want to apply …
Read More »Benefits of Professional Tree Grooming Services
Nothing makes an outdoor space more attractive and inviting than well-groomed trees. Caring and maintaining trees helps keep the air fresh. The shade trees provide cools the home, protecting your loved ones from the heat of the day! Of course, trees require regular maintenance to keep them as healthy as …
Read More »A Step-By-Step Guide on Replacing Foundation Vents
Foundation vents allow air to circulate within a structure. It also minimizes moisture damage within the crawl space by letting air in and rise through the house. However, foundation vents could make a home even colder during the winter season because of the added air circulation. To insulate heat, consider …
Read More »Revive That Rusty Mail Box: DIY Country Mail Box and How to Install It
Got a rusty, weather-beaten mailbox post you want to get rid of? If you’re most people, you’d simply run to the nearest hardware store to get a mailbox kit and install it on your own. But if you want to get creative, you can bring life back to an old …
Read More »Safe Ways to Remove Snakes in the Pool
In North America, there is approximately 120 species of snakes. And it’s not uncommon for one to end up in your property. Of the 120 snake species, 17 of them are poisonous. So if you do find one lurking in your home, do not approach it without the right tools. …
Read More »Removing Mold From Your Home
Mold is present all around us – even in the air that we breathe – though we’re not usually aware of it. Its presence at low levels is typically harmless. There are about 100 species of mold that are known to cause various infections in people at higher levels, however. …
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