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Blog Posts in March, 2012

  • Blinds versus Drapes

    30-Mar-2012

    Blinds and shutters are much more affordable than most homeowners believe. At only a fraction of the cost of custom draperies, they provide years of stylish splendor to your home while reducing your heating and cooling costs. To learn more tips from the experts visit tofixit.com
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  • Spring cleaning is here

    Posted By MyGuy || 29-Mar-2012

    Spring weather is quickly approaching and that means spring cleaning… and what better time to celebrate this annual ritual than National Spring Cleaning Week! Spring cleaning can seem like an overwhelming task, but here are a few tips to get you started and make the job more manageable. Start with de-cluttering: The less you have the less there is to clean. Go through those cabinets, ...
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  • Learn how to clean green

    Posted By MyGuy || 27-Mar-2012

    Anyone can clean green with just a little effort. You can use everyday products found in your kitchen pantry. Here are some common items that are great green alternatives to protect your family's health and still maintain a clean home. Baking soda Vinegar A mixture of vinegar, laundry detergent and hot tap water creates a great tile cleaner Combine vinegar and baking soda to produce a healthy ...
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  • Car care tip

    Posted By MyGuy || 26-Mar-2012

    Wax your vehicle every three months or every ten car washes witch ever comes first. Remember it is like changing your oil it is performing maintenance on your vehicle. If cleaning your car does not sound like the way you want to spend your day off, then maybe hiring a professional detailer is the thing for you. What is Detailing? Detailing is the cleaning and reconditioning of your vehicle boat or ...
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  • Are your cleaning products really non-toxic?

    Posted By MyGuy || 23-Mar-2012

    Even cleaning products that are non-toxic and biodegradable can create health risks. One problem with cleaning chemicals is that exposure can occur from inhalation and skin absorption, not just consumption. Another is that our families are exposed to these on a regular basis. Also, our body can't purge all these chemicals and small exposures can add up to larger ones through accumulation.
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  • Lower Your Energy Bills

    Posted By MyGuy || 23-Mar-2012

    One of the main reasons for higher energy bills, especially in the summer time is lack of attic insulation. Adding it to any structure is one of easiest and most cost effective ways of lowering these bills. As a rule of thumb you should have at least 12 to 24 inches of insulation in your attic, covering the duct work, plumbing pipes and cold air returns. Basically if you can see the tops of the ...
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  • Extend the life of your garage doors

    Posted By MyGuy || 21-Mar-2012

    The garage door is typically the largest moving object in your home. Properly maintained and operated, a garage door and its operating system allow you; your family and your vehicles convenient access to and from your home. They also provide security and protect against the elements. Newer, insulated garage doors even help save energy. Don't forget that your garage door opener should be ...
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  • Green Cleaning

    Posted By MyGuy || 20-Mar-2012

    Did you know that hiring a green home cleaning service is about more than convenience and time-savings. Green cleaning is about protecting you and your family's health, while ensuring your home is a clean and relaxing environment-something we all need with today's hectic pace! Visit us today to find green cleaning companies.
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  • Save almost 1/4 of cost of new tub

    Posted By MyGuy || 15-Mar-2012

    Restore your bathtub or shower back to its original beautiful luster for about ¼ of the cost of a new tub! Repair those chips, cracks, dents, deep scratches and stains today. Refinishing and reglazing are referring to the same process. Bathtubs, and in general, replacement of any type of bathroom fixtures can be a very expensive undertaking. There are many reasons why it might be a good ...
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  • Have wheel alignment checked

    Posted By MyGuy || 10-Mar-2012

    Don't forget to have your car's alignment checked every 30,000 miles, or as recommended in your owner's manual. If you just bought new tires, or had a rack-and-pinion steering unit or other steering parts installed, it is a good idea to have the alignment checked. You may be able to tell if your car is not aligned properly if your steering is stiffer than normal or the vehicle pulls to ...
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  • Rotate your tires

    Posted By MyGuy || 1-Mar-2012

    Rotating your tires not only helps to distribute tire wear evenly but also it ensures that you'll get the maximum road life out of them, if your car is properly aligned you can see up to 25% more life from your tires. Refer to your owner's manual and it should give you a guideline on the rotation period and pattern. If not, a good rule of thumb is to rotate your tires every 6,000 to 7,500 ...
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