Your dryer has a duct connected to the back of it that typically vertically vents up through the roof. Over time, this duct gets lint stuck inside that builds up over time. This lint is very flammable and is often the cause of house fires.
5 Best Small Appliances for a New Home
Guest Blogger: Vicky Clary
Moving into a new house is exciting, but also tends to be a considerable amount of work. As people slowly move their lives and belongings to a new residence, they often have several days, even weeks, while they wait for their new major appliances to be delivered while they struggle to unpack. There are certain small appliances that can be particularly helpful for new homeowners as they work to acquaint themselves with their new home. Here are a few that can help make the transition smoother and remain a great investment long after the last box is unpacked. Read More
Maintenance Tip: Replace Winter Bedding with Spring and Summer Bedding
In the winter time, it is a good to have a set of warm flannel sheets and perhaps either extra blankets or even a bed cover that is thick and warm. As the season turns to spring and summer, the house naturally gets hotter so it is time to replace winter bedding like sheets and bed cover. Light cotton sheets can keep you cooler at night and perhaps a lighter bed cover is Read More
HomeZada Maintenance Tip: Reseal Stone Surfaces
The trend in many homes the past few years has been stone counter tops in kitchens, bathrooms and other entertainment areas. Many people have also opted to put in stone tiles as flooring in certain rooms. These stones vary from granite, marble, travertine, and more. Some stone surfaces are porous and can absorb water and moisture. It is important to understand each stone surface you have, and find the appropriate product to reseal stone surfaces. Many of the porous stones will start to discolor over time if they absorb too much water and moisture, and ruin your overall aesthetic look of the tile and the room. Read More
Saving Space with Built-in Cabinets and Shelves
Guest Blogger: Ashley Hardway
Whether you have thousands of square feet available for your home designing needs or live in a much smaller house, built-in cabinets and shelves can be greatly beneficial. Not only does this kind of a design allow you to utilize more floor space to promote an open feel to a room. But it can help you control various clutter. Instead of a plain wall with a portrait hanging on it, you could have a complete bookshelf system adding functionality to the room.
