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Puppy Proof Your Home

October 11, 2022 by HG&H Staff 1 Comment

Puppy proof your home with these tips that will keep your new dog safe and happy. About one-third of us own dogs, and there’s no denying that they are a huge part of the family. But if you are new to having a puppy, you need to puppy proof your home. It’s for your puppy’s health and for your sanity! Here are a few things to consider. Prepare Your Space to Puppy Proof Your Home If you’ve never had a dog before, you may need to invest in a few pieces of equipment. This will ensure that your puppy has a comfortable and fulfilled life with you. Food and water bowls are essential for your dog. Fresh water should always be available, and your puppy needs meals on a regular schedule. Choose non-slip food and water bowls because they will prevent spills and messes. To keep spilled water and “potty accidents” from being a major clean-up, get some puppy pads. These will make clean-ups easier and will keep your carpet from getting ruined. Dog Bed and Puppy … [Read more...] about Puppy Proof Your Home

Post Construction Cleaning

September 21, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

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Post construction cleaning is the final step in a renovation, remodel, or construction project. A new renovation project is always exciting. A space that may have been dated or even damaged will look entirely different. It will be more functional and look great. However, before it gets to that point, construction and renovation projects can create huge messes. That requires a lot of post construction cleaning work. The new spaces and the areas around them to be properly cleaned and sanitized after the construction work is done. Here’s how to do the work right and make the new renovation and the construction site sparkle. Post Construction Cleaning: Large Removals At the end of any construction project, there will be large materials that need to be removed. This can be debris from the demolition and old installations such as toilets and showers. It can also be broken-up concrete and anything else that is large and on-site that is no longer necessary. These items tend to … [Read more...] about Post Construction Cleaning

Home Maintenance Tips for Spring and Summer

April 28, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

home maintenance tips keep a home looking great

Here's you list of home maintenance tips for spring and summer to get your home and homestead looking sharp. Winter weather can be harsh on your house. The good thing about warmer months is that you get to take care of your home while enjoying the sun.  So, now is the time to prevent unexpected problems and do home maintenance. Follow our list of home maintenance tips – spring and summer edition – to get the most out of this season. Home Maintenance Tips: Check The AC Unit Ideally, you should check your AC unit monthly and replace air filters at least once every three months. Dirty air filters can only cause you harm. The unit has to work harder, and it can lead to increased energy bills and potentially damage your equipment. Also, make sure the insulation of your home is installed and functioning properly. You don’t want the warm air or cool air to escape through windows and roof. If you’re not sure what type of insulation fits your needs, check insulation4less to … [Read more...] about Home Maintenance Tips for Spring and Summer

Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners

December 17, 2021 by Randy Schultz Leave a Comment

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The best cordless vacuum cleaners are more impressive than ever. It doesn’t matter whether you call them cordless vacuums or stick vacuum cleaners. Many lightweight cordless vacuums can now offer the performance of the heavier, full-size vacuum cleaners. Perhaps best of all, these vacuum cleaners are powered by rechargeable batteries. So, they don’t have to be plugged in and tethered to a power cord when you use them. Want a vacuum cleaner that is convenient to use? Looking for one of the best cordless vacuum cleaners that quickly goes from stand-up vacuuming to hand-held cleaning? No problem. There is a wide range of prices for the best cordless vacuum cleaners. There are big brand names and lower-priced options from newer manufacturers. No matter what your budget is, you can find a good cordless vacuum that’s right for you. Here is a review of the best cordless vacuum cleaners now available. Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners: Premium Models LG CordZero LG says its … [Read more...] about Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners

Quick House Cleaning Tips for a 10 Minute Clean

January 14, 2021 by Evelyn Long Leave a Comment

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If you’re like most people, a list of quick house cleaning tips could save you a lot of time. In fact, a cleaning routine using quick house cleaning tips could keep your place clean and help keep you sane. Let’s face it, house cleaning is not a chore you don’t look forward to, especially on the weekends. Finding the time to scrub down the shower or clean out a closet can feel challenging when work, families and hobbies are all competing for our attention. Still, surveys indicate the average person spends about six hours a week cleaning their home, whether they want to or not. If you would rather not dedicate your entire Saturday to sweeping and scrubbing, creating a daily 10-minute routine with these quick house cleaning tips may help. The key is to break up this overwhelming task by cleaning your home for just 10 minutes each day. By the end of the week, you’ll only have to deep clean a few things. Intrigued? Consider adding the following to-dos to your daily … [Read more...] about Quick House Cleaning Tips for a 10 Minute Clean

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