Why lizards, rats, cockroaches, ants and spiders show up in your home during winter and how to get rid of them

Winter quietly changes how homes behave. Windows stay shut, sunlight reduces and warm air lingers indoors. Corners that felt ...

How to Clean and Maintain Your Wood Stove or Fireplace

Wood heat is one of the few home comforts that still feels elemental–but it rewards discipline. Treat chimney cleaning and ...

Dripping faucets prevents frozen pipes in your home — here's how to do it properly

Learn when (and how) to drip faucets correctly to prevent frozen pipes, which faucets to focus on, and what to do if pipes freeze.
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How to clean a bathroom sink drain, according to an expert

First, boil a large pot of water on the stove—the pot should be big enough to fill the sink with water. Pour 1/2 cup of dish soap (it doesn't have to be Dawn, but should be a soap that cuts grease) ...
The Indianapolis Star

Do Your Pipes Need a Professional Cleaning?

Lake Stevens, United States – December 4, 2025 / Stars and Stripes Plumbing / If you own a home in Snohomish County or surrounding areas like Lake Stevens, Everett, or Monroe, your plumbing may be ...

Homeowners are making sure to complete winter check as temps fall – failing to do so could cost you $2,000

HOME experts are offering their best advice on how to protect your home during the winter to avoid costly mistakes. Experts ...
Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Do Your Pipes Need a Professional Cleaning?

If you own a home in Snohomish County or surrounding areas like Lake Stevens, Everett, or Monroe, your plumbing may be older than you think. Over time, buildup from grease, soap, debris, and mineral ...
WTNH

Here’s how to keep your pipes safe during Connecticut’s cold snap

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — As we face the first hard freeze of the season, it’s time to think about the dangers of frozen pipes. News 8 spoke to an expert about how to keep your home safe. The damage ...
WDSU

Northshore residents taking steps to protect pipes from bursting in the cold

FIVE LOCATIONS. MEANTIME, ON THE NORTH SHORE, PEOPLE LIVING THERE ARE PREPPING RIGHT NOW AS WELL. WDSU REPORTER JASMINE FRANKLIN HAS A LOOK AT THE MEASURES THAT THEY’RE TAKING TO PROTECT THEIR PIPES.
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These Are Your Home's Most At-Risk Pipes In Wintertime

The winter season has officially begun, and it's time for folks to prepare for dropping temperatures. This can mean ensuring snowblowers are in working order and having furnaces checked before turning ...
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6 Things That Are Secretly Attracting Mice To Your Home—And What To Do About It

Mice search for food sources, shelter, and warmth. The boxes of donations in your garage and your pet's leftovers may be secretly attracting mice to take up residence in your home.
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9 Common Plumbing Mistakes Homeowners Should Avoid, According To Experts

Every day, plumbers come into our homes and help fix the mistakes we didn’t know we were making. These nine, two experts say, are the most popular.