Author: Mal

A mover’s worst nightmare is to end up with damaged items after what seemed like a successful move. When moving, it is important to take proper precaution when packing fragile, potentially dangerous, and hard to pack items. By properly pack these items, you protect them from damage and the movers from injury. Here is how to pack fragile items for shipping. 1.      Blocked Knives Some knives come in a block for safe keeping while being used in the kitchen. Its best to pack the knives while still in the block. But first, ensure you secure the knives in place using…

Your home is an expression of your personality. It is also a place for calm and comfort after a long day running up and down. For this reason, decorating your condo to add some character would be a sensible thing to do. Unfortunately, most people are afraid of going all out when decorating their living space. This is because they believe that home improvement and design is expensive. If you live in a condo, there are affordable ways through which you can turn your condo into a lovely living space. Here is how to do condo renovations on a budget.…

There is nothing more annoying than a flat tire. It’s not only time consuming, it’s also a cumbersome job to change the tire. The last thing you want is to have to change a flat tire when traveling. It can be worse when you get a flat tire at night and you realize you do not have a spare tire and the service center is miles away. But, bad things do happen to good people and you’re bound to experience a flat tire at some point in your life. The last thing you want to do after a tire bust…

Using a tankless water heater to supply your home with hot water is efficient and cost friendly. This type of water heating system will supply hot water to your home on demand and will also take up less space in your home. A tankless water heater also consumes less energy when compared to the other types of water heating systems. With proper care and maintenance, a tankless water heating system is a sound investment that can service your household for up to 20 years. To enjoy the many years of service, you need to practice proper maintenance. Here’s how to…

Moving house is a deceptively simple process. All you need to do is pack your stuff and move to your new abode, right? Wrong! The number of things that can go wrong is absolutely unbelievable. This is especially so when the move is not well planned out. One of the key areas you need to think about is the packing. To help you have a stress-free move, here are some handy tips on how to pack for moving house. Mistake 1: Packing Without a Plan Many people start boxing household items randomly when they start packing for a move. This…

Everyone loves a tented wedding. The cozy intimate air, the ambiance, and the fact that the party is protected from the elements are some of the perks of using a tent. There’s a lot more that goes into choosing and setting up a wedding tent than say one used for camping. In fact, it’s a whole different ball game. For example, you can opt for a wedding tent with a clear top. This kind of tent helps bring the outdoors in. However, it has a greenhouse effect which means warm air is trapped inside posing a threat to flowers that…

Moving can be an outrageously stressful and exciting time. A seemingly straightforward process can turn into a nightmare in the blink of an eye. And that’s not all, it’s also expensive. Bummer, huh? Well, not really. If you’ve planned out your move well, it can be a manageable and largely stress-free process. If you’re on a budget, you might also want to control costs. Here are some tips on the cheapest way to move house. 1.      Control Your Expenses Create a relocation budget before you do anything else. This will help you distribute the money you have among the tasks…

Can you flush tampons down the toilet? What about food? What exactly can you or can’t flush down the toilet? Few things can be as frustrating as a faulty toilet. This is one of the most essential fixtures in your home and you want it in tiptop condition at all times. Flushing the wrong things is one way to kick start toilet problems. You will require the services of an Drain Rescue plumber to make things right again. Here are some things you should never flush down your toilet. 1.      Dental Floss This is a non-biodegradable product that should be…

Your insurance company is in business. They care more about their bottom line than paying your claims. This is why your insurer makes the claims process complicated and tries to give all sorts of reasons to wiggle out of having to pay you.  The worst part is, there is a lot more they’re not telling you. Here are some car insurance secrets your insurer is keeping from you. 1.      Your Insurer Can Save Money by Declaring Your Car a Total Loss If your car is damaged extensively after an accident, you’re likely to believe that you’d be better off having…

Looking to buy a home? It’s easy to get caught up in the frenzy of shopping around for a home and forget to take care of the basics. The home buying process should ideally start in a lender’s office. This will give you a clear picture of what exactly you can afford. It will also be an opportunity to discuss loan options and budgeting with your lender. You’ll also get the most important document in your quest for a home – the pre-approval letter. Here’s are some tips for getting a mortgage pre-approved. 1.      Proof of Income No-documentation or no-verification loans no…