The Sticker Shock That Got Me Thinking The Sticker Shock That Got Me Thinking (image credits: unsplash) When I first called around for cleaning service quotes three years ago, I expected to pay maybe sixty or seventy dollars for a basic clean. For a standard 2-3 bedroom house, the cost for this service typically ranges …
The Rise and Crushing Fall of Oversized Dreams The Rise and Crushing Fall of Oversized Dreams (image credits: pixabay) Something shocking is happening in neighborhoods across America. Those massive, imposing houses that once symbolized success and the American Dream are becoming ghostly reminders of unsustainable excess. Grist went so far as to say there are …
Converting Garages Into Rental Units Without Permits Converting Garages Into Rental Units Without Permits (image credits: unsplash) Southern California frequently sees garages converted into living quarters or offices, but without permits, these modifications can lead to hefty fines and penalties. Local zoning and building codes often require permits, proper insulation, egress windows, electrical upgrades, and …
The Power of Simple Words The Power of Simple Words (image credits: unsplash) You’d be shocked how much a simple phrase from grandma can shape your entire worldview. The words our grandparents say might seem ordinary in the moment, but they stick with us forever like invisible tattoos on our hearts. Research tells us that …
Circuit Overloading: The Silent Death Trap in Your Walls Circuit Overloading: The Silent Death Trap in Your Walls (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you plug in your microwave, washing machine, and space heater all at once, and suddenly everything goes dark. Mishaps such as circuit box overloading and inadequate grounding can result in power outages, …
Electronic Devices That Need Specialized Protection Electronic Devices That Need Specialized Protection (image credits: rawpixel) Your gadgets deserve better than generic plastic containers. Due to their sensitivity to changes in temperature and moisture, electronic devices and batteries should not be stored in plastic containers. Plastic bins may not provide adequate protection against these elements, which …