Think back to that very first time you set foot in Costco, BJ’s, Sam’s Club, or other warehouse store: Remember how your jaw dropped when you spotted that keg-size jar of peanut butter, or that lifetime supply of socks? Bulk products at big-box stores have a gravitational pull on us all. Blame it on human greed, or American capitalism, or just our insatiable drive for a deal—after all, at that size, we must be getting a bargain, right?
Sometimes, yes....
Peanut butter in a mousetrap may be the old-fashioned way of catching a mouse, but now there are electronic mouse repellents that allegedly make the pesky endeavor of de-rodenting your home more modern and effective. The question is: Do they work?
According to many experts, the answer is: Not necessarily. Let’s take a look at the issue.
How Do Electronic Mouse Repellents Work?
Electronic mouse repellents work by sending ultrasonic waves through the air. You plug the device into an electric s...
Your dark and dingy basement is a gold mine of possibilities. Throw up some walls, and you’ve got an extra bedroom or family gathering space. Add a bathroom or kitchen, and you’ve created a possible rental that can help pay for the renovation or house your in-laws or adult kids.
But let’s tackle first things first, like how to kick off the process of finishing your basement. How much is this going to cost?
While expenses vary based on what you’re doing...
If your house goes up in flames, does your obligation to pay your mortgage go with it?
Borrowers are bound by the promissory note they sign at the closing of a home purchase or refinance to make monthly mortgage payments. Even the total loss of the mortgaged property doesn’t relieve borrowers of this obligation. A mortgage also requires the borrower to give prompt notice to both the lender and the insurance carrier in the event of...The Bronx Zoo is getting a 45-foot high zip line this summer
Glide across the Bronx River and interact with the borough’s wildlife like never before
If you’ve ever dreamed of zip-lining across one of New York City’s waterways, here’s your chance. Beginning summer 2017, the Bronx Zoo will have a permanent new zip line that will coasts brave venturers across the Bronx River at 45 feet in the air (h/t Welcome2TheBronx).
Wildlife Conservation Society courtes...
How to Prevent Ice Dams: 5 Crucial Steps to Protect Your Roof This Winter
| Dec 19, 2016If you’re a homeowner who appreciates having a roof over your head, particularly in the winter, then there’s something important you’ll want to know: how to prevent ice dams.
No, an ice dam isn’t made by ice beavers. (Sorry!) An ice dam is a unique (and highly annoying) winter phenomenon that occurs when heated air inside your home meets your roof.
...Whether you are looking for a hip enclave of bars or a quiet suburban street filled with families for your kids to play with, choosing a new neighborhood requires a lot of consideration. There are many things to think about when making the leap to new surroundings. From creating a helpful checklist of must-haves to uncovering crime statistics, the more information you can ascertain about a neighborhood, the better. This article will take a step-by-step look at what to consider, what to avoid, an...
