Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain More American cities—even those seen as affluent—are home to people living without running water as people are being “squeezed” by unaffordable housing and the cost-of-living crisis, new research finds. Published in Nature Cities, the study revealed the problem worsened following changes to the housing market triggered by the 2008 global crash….
Jamie Grill/Getty Images One important part of keeping any home looking neat is cleaning the flooring, yet every type of flooring has a different care routine. If you recently installed wood-look tile floors or have had them in your home for years, you may be wondering how…
felixmizioznikov / iStock.com Some of us put up our yuletide decorations rights after we took down the ghosts, witches and other Halloween decor. Others of us are waiting until closer to Christmas to deck the halls. If you’re in the latter boat, we’ve got good news: The Home Depot has a dazzling collection of holiday…
Was your house or apartment built before 1978? If it was, there may be lead-based paint on the inside and out. That could pose a serious risk of lead poisoning, especially if you’re pregnant or have small children. Should you be concerned about lead paint in your home? Here are some quick tips that can…
HAMILTON, Ontario, Dec. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With the holiday season upon us, many homeowners are feeling the pinch of rising maintenance costs as they prepare their homes for family gatherings and winter conditions. In response, Birnie Plumbing & Drains is stepping up to offer relief with a limited-time promotion. From now until December…
I see you, sitting there by the fire with your cup of hot cocoa (or wine). Don’t get too comfortable. You might think you can rest on your laurels now that there’s a break in the mowing, weeding, sowing and planting action. But fall and winter are the best times to tend to your garden’s…
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Choosing the right tile, or carpet, or wood floors for your space can be a tricky endeavor. Since your flooring choices can set the stage for your home’s beauty and durability, choosing the wrong material can lead to costly redos later on. So, how do you fine-tune the right flooring for your design aesthetic, lifestyle,…
Household plumbing systems often teem with microbial life, most of which is harmless. However, scientists have yet to fully document the bacterial communities living within people’s homes. While the Safe Drinking Water Act ensures monitoring by public water utilities, this surveillance stops at the property line. Once water enters a home, its microbial makeup can…
