Video Source Bed bugs are a devious species of insect that feed on the blood of humans. They’re attracted to our warm body temperatures and hide in our mattresses until the nighttime. They leave itchy marks and are an all-around disgusting pest. Luckily, pest control specialists are available and make it their business to exterminate the nuisance. They are often hiding in the seams of the mattress. The pest controller will physically remove as many as possible. He uses a special kind of tape to physically grab them, and then he will send them away to be incinerated. The pest controller inspects the mattress and notices trace amounts of blood…

Hose clamps are a great tool. They keep hoses tight onto their fitting to prevent leaks. There are several different types of hose clamps on the market. How do you know which one is right for your project. Video Source In this video, you will learn more. First, avoid cheap hose clamps that you find at your local hardware store. These clamps tend to rust and leak. They simply just don’t last very long. Instead, you need something more heavy duty. If you have a boat, something like a marine grade clamp would be good. However, there is one type of clamp that is particularly great. A constant tension clamp…

Did you know that water damage makes up the largest percentage of home insurance? Plumbing issues are often the culprit. You may be tempted to do the repairs yourself to save some money. However, you may just make the situation worse. There are numerous mistakes that a novice plumber could make. In this video, you will learn about a few of these mishaps. Video Source Consider contacting professional plumbing services. One mistake is forgetting to wipe away excess flux after soldering. Flux is an acid and while useful during the soldering process, excess flux can eat away at the pipes. This can lead to leaks over time. It is much…

Renovating your home is part and parcel of being a homeowner. Most homeowners have no choice but to make improvements to ensure their living space is more comfortable and functional. Others are focused on increasing their home’s resale value and creating an aesthetically pleasing space that impresses buyers. In any case, there are common home renovation items that most people focus on, such as the kitchen, bathroom, and master bathroom. However, there’s more to home renovations than these items. There’s so much you can do and so many other areas of your home you can focus on improving. As such, here’s a quick guide on the home renovation items you…

Landscaping companies can be used for several different home projects. They may work to fix your lawn so that the grass looks good, but they might also build some hardscaped parts of the landscape. When you are picking landscaping companies there are a few things to look for. Video Source Insurance is one of the first things that you want to look for. You should only work with landscaping companies that have insurance. It will protect you in the event that the home gets damaged, or a worker gets injured. Another thing that you want to look for is a timeline. Landscaping projects can take a long time. It’s important…