Health & Safety
The Benefits of an Apartment Doorman
· Sep 10, 2009
An apartment doorman is a great advantage if you are lucky enough to have one. They play multiple roles in buildings where they are employed. The Doorman’s Role in Apartment Safety The primary role of an apartment doorman is safety. Your doorman watches the premises and monitors who comes and goes. When a visitor arrives to […]
Apartment safety is important to think about for yourself as a tenant, but don’t forget about your pets. There can be many hidden hazards in your apartment that could cause serious injury or death to them. Here are some of the most common apartment dangers for pets. Poisons Poisoning is by far the most common […]
· Sep 7, 2009
Nothing will make an apartment go from clean and comfortable to shabby and disorganized faster than clutter. Fortunately, clutter is one aspect of your apartment you can keep under control. Keep it tidy by following these easy steps: Step One: Find a Place for Everything We all know clutter occurs when piles of items are […]
· Sep 7, 2009
You’ll want to clean your apartment on a regular basis in order to eliminate odors. Depending on your neighborhood and the climate where you live, it might not be an option to just throw open the windows and doors to air the place out. There are also a number of problem spots that you can […]
· Sep 6, 2009
Don’t let your apartment’s lack of a gym complex keep you from breaking a sweat–home workouts are your solution. Not only do home workouts allow you to stay fit from the comfort of your own apartment, they don’t require using fancy equipment. Here are three simple home workouts for you to try. 1. Cardio Circuit […]
· Sep 4, 2009
Fire prevention strategies can help protect you from incurring thousands of dollars in damages, and they can save your life. It’s great to have working smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector installed, but those are only effective after a fire has already started. Here are 7 simple fire prevention strategies for your apartment. 1. […]
· Sep 3, 2009
Consistently using your apartment’s intercom is one of the best ways to improve apartment safety. Understanding how intercoms work, and how to best use them to control who comes into your building, should be a top priority. Use of Intercoms for Apartment Safety Identifying visitors to the building is the primary use of an intercom. […]
· Sep 2, 2009
If you live in an apartment, you might have to deal with home pest control at some point. The summer months can bring a steady string of ants and spiders into your home, and roaches can thrive no matter what time of year if they gain a foothold in your kitchen. Here are some simple […]
· Sep 1, 2009
Mold spores are everywhere, but fortunately, moldy surfaces can be cleaned and disinfected using household cleaners. Mold and mildew are typically found growing where moisture, warmth and poor air circulation are present, so checking those areas will help you to locate mold. Step One: Take the Surface Into Consideration Whether you can clean the mold depends […]
· Aug 28, 2009
If you’ve seen one or more cockroaches, there are a LOT more you’re not seeing. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s how this particular pest operates. However, let’s focus on the positives. In the Mean Time, Scare Them Away As cliché as it sounds, cockroaches are far more frightened of […]
· Aug 26, 2009