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9 Ways to Add Curb Appeal
Looking for quick updates for your kitchen? Don’t hire a contractor – there are easy things you can do yourself. Better Home and Garden’s Remodeling Center has a lot of ideas. Jayme Tip: Check out second hand stores for inventory before purchasing from Home Depot or Lowes; not only will you save money, you [...]
Continue reading...8 Quick Kitchen Updates
7. June 2010
Looking for quick updates for your kitchen? Don’t hire a contractor – there are easy things you can do yourself. Better Home and Garden’s Remodeling Center has a lot of ideas. 1. Add a splash of red in a white or neutral kitchen. Red stimulates the appetite, improves one’s sense of smell, and sensitizes [...]
Continue reading...Winterize Your Plumbing!
13. January 2010
Remember to winterize your plumbing to protect your plumbing from freezing. Jayme Tips: 1- Unthread any hoses from the outside hose bibs (faucet). 2- Turn off valves that protect plumbing in outside areas and cold walls (open fixture to release pressure) 3- Insulate hose bibs in extreme cold conditions. 4- Locate main water shut off for people in home. 5- If [...]
Continue reading...Top 5 Winter Driving Tips
6. January 2010
Now is the time for snowy and dangerous winter driving trips. Be sure to protect yourself, your loved ones and your friends on the roads. Here are some Jayme tips: 1. REDUCE YOUR SPEED. Rain and wet pavement can make slick roadways that can make driving and stopping difficult. If snow does reach your area, reduce your [...]
Continue reading...Reduce Mold and Contaminates While Saving Energy
29. December 2009
Jayme Tip: Install a thermostatically controlled exhaust fan in your bathroom. It is essential to have an exhaust fan in your bathroom to reduce mold and other harmful contaminants, but that’s no reason to forget the fan’s negative environmental impact. Choose energy-saving exhaust fans that are thermostatically controlled and not connected to the light switch, [...]
Continue reading...Tips to Outsmart H 1 N 1
16. December 2009
Goal: Must prevent Swine Flu… seems like a simple concept! Basic Info: The only portals of entry for H 1 N 1 are the nostrils and mouth / throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it’s almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with H1 N 1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1 [...]
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