Next to a fire, one of the biggest worries for a homeowner is a crime like breaking and entering, where your house is violated and your personal things stolen. Instead of spending more time being worried this year, make 2015 the year you'll make sure to outsmart the burglars.
According to the FBI, property crimes -- stealing from others' homes -- resulted in $16.6 billion in losses for 2013. The good news is, that's a decrease from the previous decade; the bad news is that you still need to be diligent about security around your home to avoid being one of the statistics.
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Coral snakes are a highly venomous snake that homeowners in some states are likely to encounter. Here's what you need to know about these dangerous creatures.
What do coral snakes look like?
These snakes are small: they are usually between 20 and 30 inches long. Coral snakes are easy to identify thanks to their bright coloration. Coral snakes have red, yellow, and black bands along the length of their bodies.
Other snakes have similar color patterns, but you can identify a coral snake by the placement of the colored bands.
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Even with regular vacuuming, your carpets may not end up very clean. If you need something extra to clean your carpet, you could find them in your kitchen cupboards. For example, items such as vinegar and baking soda are great stain removers. Here are four ways to naturally clean your carpets.
Cornmeal and Borax
Mix two cups of corn meal and one cup of Borax together in a bowl. Sprinkle this mixture over your carpet then wait for an hour.
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In the business of sweet and aromatic foods, it can sometimes feel as though you are fighting a losing battle when it comes to keeping flies and gnats away from your bakery goods. The fact is, these pesky buggers are scent driven and love sugar. Furthermore, the warm light of a glass display case can look like heaven. They will do whatever they can to make their way into display cases that house all of your tantalizing morsels.
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Many consumers who regularly use the services of a dry cleaner wouldn't think of taking their footwear in for cleaning. However, more people should, because many dry cleaners specialize in cleaning suede and other leathers. Many people love the cozy feel of suede boots during rainy or cold weather, but this can result in watermarks and other stains that are difficult to remove on your own. Dry cleaning is the perfect option to restore expensive boots and make them look new again.
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