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Deer are the most difficult of all pests to deter from a garden. They love many different plants. Flowers, vegetables, trees and shrubs are all on their menu. The best way to keep deer out of a garden is by using a fence that is at least 6 feet...

As a property owner, you are responsible for 100 percent of the clean up! Cleanups of labs are extremely resource-intensive and costly. The average cost of a cleanup is about $5,000. This is if you are lucky!

We previously noted that papers must be sorted before they can be properly filed. Continuing from our last article, your sort has left you with two piles - ‘to file’ and ‘to throw away/recycle.’ You’ve tossed the...

Digging out from under stacks of paper might seem like a daunting and insurmountable task. Let’s face it, paper can be intimidating and overwhelming. And all of the chatter about a ‘paperless society’ is just that – chatter.

I’ve often wondered why we describe houses and other buildings in terms of square footage. Though we live in a three-dimensional world, when it comes to real estate, only length and width seem relevant.

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Garage sales should be fun and hassle-free, with your goal to make some good money and off-load your unwanted items – our garage sale checklist is your hassle-free, step-by-step organiser for achieving this.2-3 weeks before the sale-Start...

Spring is in the air, or at least we all wish it were! If you’d like to get rid of the winter doldrums and usher in some life to your home, here are some easy steps you can take now, before the crocuses bloom. Put out several bouquets and...

Choosing the right Contractor is the most important aspect of any home construction project. You must take your time and do your research to find a good qualified contractor if you want excellent quality at a fair price.

Fleas have plagued dogs, cats, and their owners since time began so ways to kill or repel them has been a constant search. Today, with the shake of a can, the spray of a bottle, or a flea dip fleas are more easily controlled.