Renter’s Advice and Resources

Most people can agree that cockroaches are a disturbing pest that needs to be gotten rid of. There are several approaches to eliminating cockroaches, which we’ve covered in a previous article. But how can you prevent cockroaches from returning once you’ve made them vacate your home? Read on for an overview of common cockroach characteristics and the best prevention methods.

Remember when you moved into your place and noticed how much counter space there was in the kitchen? Now, six months later, you struggle to find enough room on the counter to even set down a bag of groceries — and despite all your claims that a night prowler stole the extra space while you […]

Lots of homeowners love granite counter tops for kitchen or bathroom counter spaces. These hard stone counters provide a very nice aesthetic for a space, and stand up well to use over time. One of the positives of granite counter tops is how well they resist wear. One of the down sides of these counters […]

To clean a stove top, you either need to use some natural cleaners, such as baking soda or vinegar, or one of the commercial solutions, such as Easy-Off One Step Stove Top Cleaner or Fantastik. Any of the foregoing cleaners can help you make quick work out of what can be, in some cases, a […]

To clean a stove top, you either need to use some natural cleaners, such as baking soda or vinegar, or one of the commercial solutions, such as Easy-Off One Step Stove Top Cleaner or Fantastik. Any of the foregoing cleaners can help you make quick work out of what can be, in some cases, a […]

Going green around the home is a great way to get the family involved in saving money around the house and being more eco-friendly. The kitchen can be a very wasteful room in the house and one of the easiest to make some big changes. Take a look around your kitchen and see if some […]

There are some obvious pros and cons when it comes to hand washing versus dishwashing, but the overall decision is usually a cross between personal preference and resources available. Without a doubt, many people prefer to have a dishwasher do the dirty work for them. However, before you decide on an absolute method for cleaning […]

Implementing a cleaning schedule is probably one of the best ways to ensure that you stay on top of your tasks around the house. Cleaning is usually not an enjoyable act, but more of an act that is done out of necessity. And, inevitably, if you do not stay on top of your chores, you […]

Maintaining a clean refrigerator has distinct health and sanitary benefits, aside from the convenience and aesthetic appeal of a tidy living room or bedroom. Your biggest target when cleaning your refrigerator should be rotting and expired food, which can breed bacteria, help odors form and at worst, cause sickness when unknowingly consumed. In addition to […]