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Minimum Temperature to Keep Your Basement to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, is known for its harsh winters, with temperatures that often plummet to below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Low Windy City temperatures are no friends to water pipes. When basement temps dip below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, uninsulated pipes can freeze and...
Pros and Cons of Paying for Home Restoration Out of Pocket or Through Insurance
Experiencing serious damage to your home from a natural disaster is frustrating on several levels. The aftermath of a disaster can be disruptive to your life as you need to focus on repairing the damage before it gets worse and salvaging as much of your property as...
How to Clean Your Home to Get Ready for the Holidays
Fall is here and the holidays are just around the corner! Once Halloween is over, bam! Thanksgiving is in just a few weeks and then the radios are sneaking in the Christmas tunes. As everything starts to shift to the festivities, you might feel the growing pressure of...
How to Remove Rodents from Your Home and Yard
Discovering that you have rodents in your home or yard can be distressing. Mice and rats aren’t just bothersome pests; they can threaten your health and cause considerable damage to homes and yards. These small, adaptable creatures are a common problem for property...
How to Thoroughly Sanitize Your Home
Maintaining a clean home year-round is essential. A tidy space ensures sanitation and leaves a positive impression if friends or family drop by unexpectedly. During flu and cold season, many are particularly motivated to clean more thoroughly to combat viral...