Winter is a costly time for homeowners, largely due to heating costs. In 2013, estimates placed the average cost to heat a home with natural gas at $679–and that doesn’t include maintenance and repairs. If winter this year is extremely cold and bitter, you might feel like your furnace is burning piles of money to keep you warm.
Fortunately, while there will always be costs associated with heating your home, there are some steps you can take to reduce your financial obligation and risk.…
If you have mice in your home, then you may need to contact an exterminator or pest control specialist to get rid of the rodents. Mice can destroy food items and they can also spread diseases like hantavirus. If you do not want to spend money right away on pest control, then your cat is more than capable of controlling the mouse population in your home. If your cat has not caught any of the mice yet, then help your cat with mice extermination with the tips below.…
Replacing your furnace with a brand new one can cost thousands of dollars, but choosing to do this might be worth the investment. If your existing furnace is still working, but is experiencing some problems, you might want to consider investing in a new one at this time. Here are three reasons this might be a good decision to make right now.
Repairs Are Too Expensive
Old furnaces tend to experience more problems than new ones.…
Sleep truly is a beautiful thing, but for many, it is constantly elusive. Is a topper the answer to your sleep dilemma? Maybe, maybe not. Here are the pros and cons of the situation that hopefully lead you to a good night’s sleep.
The Problems
When your old mattress starts to fail you, the first thing that probably comes to mind is replacement costs. If you have had your existing sleeping arrangement for some time, the price tag on a new set up may be a bit overwhelming.…
