Eileen Ward | Columnist The regulatory method of integrated pest management includes preventing entry and establishment of foreign pests. The first line of defense is to identify and then suppress new pests as they are first discovered in limited areas. If suppression is not achieved, you then turn to containing and eradicating the pest. The…
Fenton Roman/Getty Images Whether you are installing a new carpet to prepare your home to sell, or know you will be selling in the next few years, flooring decisions are often made with an eye toward a future return on investment. However, not all renovations will increase…
Dropping In: Working on plumbing can be draining Published 2:15 pm Wednesday, June 11, 2025 We don’t actually know what’s happening in this stock art photo of a kitchen sink repair, but it looks about right. (123rf) Early Tuesday morning, I was skating with my friend Geoff at Rockridge Skatepark, and mentioned I was probably…
Image Source: 123rf.com Living in a small space doesn’t mean compromising on style, comfort, or creativity. In fact, tiny spaces are often the most rewarding to decorate because every decision must be intentional and impactful. When space is limited, the goal isn’t just to fit everything in—it’s to create a home that feels expansive, functional,…
Renovating a home often calls for outside expertise. However, one homeowner was left stunned by a ‘staggering’ quote from a painter and decorator, prompting him to share his astonishment on social media. On Instagram, where he documents his home renovation journey as @therenovationblueprint, the man recounted his experience in a reel captioned: “How much for…
Some plants need more attention than others. Many shrubs, for example, don’t need much care at all, and in fact thrive when ignored. Of course, this period of neglect only starts after the shrub is established—typically following two to three years of consistent watering. These low-maintenance plants are perfect for putting color and texture in…
HAMBURG, N.Y., June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — What happens when HVAC filters are neglected for too long? Luke Cellino of Cellino Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric in Hamburg, New York, explains how something as simple as a dirty air filter can compromise indoor air quality, increase energy bills, and cause major HVAC system issues….
WICKER PARK — Internationally-renowned cocktail bar and lounge The Violet Hour is closed indefinitely as negotiations remain ongoing with its landlord regarding plumbing issues in the building. The influential bar, which won a James Beard Award in 2015 and is famed for developing cocktails that have since become mixological mainstays, closed about three weeks ago…
