While none of us wants to admit, the truth is that we all have those objects that we have harboured in our homes that are simply collecting dust. This has led to closets that are cluttered and essentially useless. Whether it’s old yearbooks, school books, Christmas...

This year, St. Patrick’s Day falls on March 17th, Sunday. St. Patrick’s Day is the cultural and religious celebration of St. Patrick’s life. People typically wear green on this day, for Roman Catholics it signifies the lifting of the Lenten season, and parades and...

It seems just like yesterday when we rang in the New Year but look how time flies; now spring is just around the corner. Many who aren’t a fan of the cold are so excited to get out of their sweaters and move on to lighter clothes and higher temperatures. But aside...

There are a few things in life more frustrating than a leaky toilet. Not only is it annoying, it’s also rather unhygienic if you think about what goes into the toilet. Unfortunately sometimes these situations cannot be avoided. What’s important is to be prepared for...

The dead of winter is fast approaching and living in Chicago, it’s nearly impossible to accumulate winter salt on your floors at some point. This is because salt is sprinkled on sidewalks and roads so that the icy surface is melted. This prevents accidents, slips and...

Why is it important to clean and maintain your fireplace? First of all, not doing so can makes for an untidy and dirty home which can compromise you and your family’s health over the long run. Secondly, not cleaning and maintaining your fireplace on a regular basis...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you’re probably wondering what the best gift for your significant other is. Whether you’ve been together for many years now or it’s going to be your first Valentine’s Day as a couple, it can be difficult not to feel...

A furnace is very important come winter season as it helps to keep the home warm and toasty. But despite its importance in households, it is shocking to note how many people neglect to clean their furnace filters on a regular basis. The importance of cleaning your...

Whether we like it or not, that time of year is here again. The holiday/winter season is upon us; temperatures plummet and flu is triggered for many of us. The symptoms of the flu are not pleasant in the least but the good news is that there is a remedy to this...

Now that Christmas is over, what is the best way to dispose of your Christmas tree without making a mess in your home? The best thing to do is to recycle your Christmas tree so that you are able to accomplish a two-fold purpose: 1) get rid of the clutter; and 2) make...