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Why You Shouldn’t Choose Non-Eco Friendly Pest-Control Methods

Regular pest control is an absolute necessity for the health and wellness of people and property. However, these treatments can be quite toxic to non-targets. No matter how thorough you are with your cleaning, if you do face an issue with an infestation, its always better to opt for an eco-friendly or natural pest control […]Read More

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Site Marking: The Basics of Construction Decoded

Before you start constructing your house, read these set of articles. Be knowledgeable and woke. Get trusted builders and contractors to guide you better, as constructing a house is no easy task. We thought that you should take a look: Lets Map it Out Once the design of the foundation is ready and finalized, […]Read More

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Time for a Fresh Start: 5 Signs that You Need to Repaint

The paint on your walls is not just for looks, it also protects your walls from pests, weather, messy children and messier adults. That being said, it’s important to know when the walls of your home (exterior and interior) need a fresh coat of paint. These are the signs you should look out for: Fading […]Read More

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Infestation Horror Stories from Commercial Spaces

What if you recently discovered that you’ve been sharing your office drawer with someone? Only to understand that ‘someone’ was actually a ‘something’? And this particular ‘someone’ left a nasty surprise on the documents that you stashed away in your drawers. Some of us have been lucky enough to miss-out on such surprises! That’s because […]Read More

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5 Signs that You Need to Replace your Pipes

Like most manufactured items, your pipes also have an expiration date. All pipes age differently depending on the quality, the conditions and their usage. Pipes are prone to corrosion, rust and decay. But how would you know? Here are five ways to know when it’s time to get your pipes replaced. Materials matter You should […]Read More

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Drip Drip Drip: 5 Common Plumbing Problems

There was a time when you could ignore small leaks or dripping pipes, but now when you hear of areas of land under drought and cities losing their sources of water; every drop is valuable. Fortunately, now it’s easier to get help to address these problems before they escalate into something that will cost you […]Read More

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5 Signs that Your Furniture Needs to Be Replaced

No matter how long your furniture has served you, there comes a time when you have to say ‘Ta Ta’ to your table and ‘So long’ to your sofa. Here are the obvious (and some not-so-obvious) signs that it’s time to replace your furniture: Creak Creak If your chairs, table or even your sofa starts […]Read More

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How To Clean a Carpet – A Step-by-Step Guide

Carpets are used for different reasons. You might have placed one by the foot of your bed or under your favourite chair to provide warmth and comfort or you might have a thick one beside your toddler’s bed to soften his/her jump. The most popular reason for getting a carpet is for decorative purposes. Whatever […]Read More

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5 Reasons Why Cockroaches Can’t Resist Your Kitchen

Watching a cockroach scuttle away in your kitchen is not a very nice view. It not only makes you feel sick but it can make you actually fall sick. Cockroaches are known for their survival skills and for their hiding spots. If you are wondering why cockroaches can’t get out of your kitchen, this article […]Read More

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5 Signs You Might Have Dengue & Ways to Prevent It

Dengue is a tricky disease because its symptoms can easily be confused with other illnesses. Also, not everyone who has dengue has the same signs – some might have mild symptoms and some might even need hospitalization. With the start of the rains, the spread of dengue (and other viral infections) is on the rise. […]Read More