It’s no surprise that different electrical components have different lifespans. For example, electrolytic capacitors are known for their short shelf life – capping anywhere between 5 to 7 years. Yet, other components can last upwards of 40 years. Still, all electrical componen ...
Read MoreSteel Vs Wood Trusses: Which One is Better for Your Roof?
Whether we’re in Summer or Fall, your roof protects your home and is important to maintain. The foundation of your roof lies in trusses. Trusses are sets of beams that are connected together by nodes to keep your roof rigid, strong, and sturdy. These days, trusses are either m ...
Read More4 Best Weather Forecast Apps to Track Storms and Other Disasters
It’s impossible to stop storms and other disasters from happening altogether. The next best thing is to react in a timely manner when they do occur. The weather app that comes with your computer or smartphone, they’re good but there are better choices out there. Below are our 4 f ...
Read MoreReusable Notebooks: The Pros and Cons
Are the days of beloved black and white composition books over? Maybe. Enter reusable notebooks. Reusable notebooks – sometimes referred to as erasable or even digital notebooks – are notebooks that can be erased and used over and over again. Most reusable notebooks also have tec ...
Read More5 Home Improvement DIYs That You Should Never Attempt
Who doesn’t love a good DIY home improvement project? We appreciate them as much as the next person in line, but there are some projects that should never be attempted. They typically contain too many red flags, are dangerous, and require a level of expertise that most homeowners ...
Read MoreOld Electronics Around the House? X Ways to Responsibly Recycle Them
Paper and plastic are easy to recycle. You throw them into the green bin with the recycling sign, and you’re pretty much done. Old electronics are a bit trickier to recycle responsibly. Still, it isn’t hard once you get the process down. Below are the x common ways to recycle old ...
Read MoreBuying Home Insurance? Don’t Proceed Until You Read These Tips
Buying a home – and the insurance that comes with it – is one of the most exciting yet daunting chapters of someone's life. There’s a lot to learn, and a lot of potential mistakes that might creep up. Nervous about buying home insurance? We’ve got your back. Below are the best t ...
Read More4 Signs That Your Drain Pipes Need to Be Cleaned
Rarely do we just sit around and think about the inner plumbing of our homes. I mean, there’s just better (and more exciting) stuff to think about. But, the occasional plumbing thought wouldn’t hurt. In fact, checking up on your plumbing once in a while could help you avoid ca ...
Read MoreStove Won’t Turn On? 4 Reasons Why This Might Be Happening
We take the simple things in life for granted, and stoves are one of those things. Only once our stoves stop working do we start to miss them and what they bring to the table. Find yourself in this predicament? Let’s get you back on track to using your stove.. Below are 4 common ...
Read MoreGas Vs Electric Stoves: What’s the Difference (And How to Choose the Right One)?
Gas stoves use an open flame while electric stoves utilize metal heating elements. Both gas and electric stoves certainly function, but they have their pros and cons to consider. Below are the differences between the two, and how you can choose the right one for you. The Basics ...
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