Answer: Exterior: Clean the driveway and clear all vegetation from the walkway and driveway cracks. Keep garbage containers in the rear of the house or garage and keep toys and bicycles from the yard. Clean the front and interior doors and frames. A few colorful potted flowers can go a long way in dressing up […]

Room air purifiers can definitely help clean the air in your house, but there are a few things you should consider before buying. Efficiency Level of Air Purifier: Efficiency is the number given to the percentage of particulates which are caught in a filter on a single air exchange. Higher is better and better units […]

Yes, you can filter your own water, and if you don’t want to buy bottled water it is a good idea.  From odor, taste and bacteriological contaminants to rust and lead, many things can affect the quality of your water.  The type of filter you use depends on cost, what you are treating and ease […]

Answer: There are a number of options to fix your old tub problems. Here are a few. Replace it: Replacing your tub is often the most expensive option especially if you have a special tub such as an antique claw foot tub.  Modifications to walls, tiles, plumbing, etc., may be necessary and the old tub […]

Answer: There are a number of less toxic solutions for grout cleaning but one of the most effective is oxygen bleach. Oxygen bleach is a color- and fabric-safe, nontoxic, product that doesn’t produce harsh fumes. Oxygen ions attack stain molecules, breaking them into particles that can be more easily rinsed away.  Here are some tips […]