Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for Keeping Your Home Cool and Safe

Warming temperatures can signal the start of lazy summer days spent poolside or soaking up the sun at the beach, but there’s another side to the building heat, too. Unfortunately, the mercury isn’t the only thing that rises in the summer. Your home cooling bill and the risk of sickness or injury due to heat exposure increase as well. Here are 13 ways to stay safe and cool in your home, no matter how scorching it gets outside.

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From Stainless Steel to Cast Iron: Caring for Your Kitchen Sink

Keeping your kitchen sink shining may seem simple, but is your cleaning process damaging your sink’s life and beauty?

Whether you have a sleek stainless steel sink or a classic porcelain one, it’s important to consider the sink’s material when cleaning it to keep it looking its best.

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How to Maintain a Tankless Water Heater

If you’ve ever enjoyed a long, hot shower without the fear of running out of hot water, you might have a tankless water heater to thank. 

These handy devices offer endless hot water, improved energy efficiency, and a space-saving design. But, like any appliance, they need regular maintenance to keep them running smoothly and extend their lifespan.

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5 Easy Steps to Unclog Your Kitchen Sink with a Drain Snake

If you’ve ever faced a clogged sink full of water, you quickly realize how central your kitchen sink is to your home’s operation.

Instead of letting that water sit and creating a mess, you can take matters into your own hands. If those liquid drain cleaners aren’t doing the job, the next step is physically removing the plug: a drain snake.

A drain snake is a simple and affordable solution that can help you avoid the inconvenience and cost of calling a plumber. Let’s explore how you can efficiently unclog your kitchen sink with a drain snake.

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The Hidden Costs of Maintaining Unique Products

When you’re researching and looking for a new product for your home, there’s a hidden cost to owning that product that you might need to consider: maintenance. 

If an appliance goes wrong and is out of warranty (it’s like they know when the warranty expires, right?), you have a lot of new appliances in the marketplace to choose from.

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