If you notice a strange and unpleasant scent coming from your water heater's closet, you may wonder if there's something wrong with the water heater. That strange pungent odor may actually come from rat urine. Rats often urinate on surfaces when they search for food, attempt to attract mates or mark their territories. The urine odors can be very potent or strong when confined to small locations. But urine isn't the only thing you need to worry about.
- When you move, you need to be sure not to carry uninvited guests with you. One such "guest" is the gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar; which is a highly destructive insect known for its ability to strip trees bare of all their leaves. That is why you should make the proper preparations before moving items that can be potentially infested with gypsy moth eggs or caterpillars. Below is more information about this notorious pest and a few suggestions that can help keep gypsy moths from moving along with your possessions:
- Do you own a beautiful home in a less-than-beautiful neighborhood? You may be worried about the prospect of selling the home. Specifically, you might be concerned that it will take you months to sell or that you won't get nearly the price that you're hoping for. It would be lovely if you could just put your home on the back of a truck and move it across town to a nicer setting, but that's not very realistic.
- When you have a cat, you know to look for apartments that accept pets. However, when searching apartment homes for rent for you and your furry friend, there is more to look for in a home for than a landlord who permits pets. An apartment with the following qualities will make life as a pet owner easier and more enjoyable. Closing doors. A loft-style apartment or one with an open floor plan may look beautiful, but it's a bad choice for a cat owner.
- Housing is a subject that pertains to every one of us. For most people, when they're deciding where to live, cost plays an important role in their decision, and for some, the only role. But if you have a little extra income to work with, and you're considering leasing or buying a luxury apartment, the following list may give you the push you need to make your choice. Safety Matters