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One of the most frustrating aspects of home decorating is placing a large piece of art on your wall. Often, people go through the painstaking process of finding placement, attempting to level the piece, making the appropriate marks and hanging it up only to take a few steps back and find out that it is crooked on the wall. Here is a quick guide to help you level a painting on the first try.

When it comes to hanging a large piece of art that will be the center focal point of the room, experts recommend that you hang paintings about 60 overall inches up from the floor. Another tip commonly used refers to measuring a distance of about six to eight inches from the top of a piece of furniture; this is where the bottom of the art’s frame should be placed.

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If you have a lake, river, stream, or pond on your property, controlling the mosquito population in the area can become a problem. When mosquitoes, gnats, and midges begin to gather in an area, they can present an annoyance and worse. Their bites carry germs and viruses that can spread to people. Additionally, the “blind mosquito” effect can leave dead insects and insect fecal matter all over the surfaces of vehicles, windows, and outdoor furniture.

Many people are hesitant to act to reduce the mosquito population in their yard, either because they don’t think there’s anything they can do or they believe the only solution is to use chemicals. However, there are many natural ways to chase away mosquitoes and gnats that don’t involve the use of harmful chemicals. By employing one of these methods, you can reduce the insect population on your property in an eco-friendly way.

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All of us are concerned about doing our part to help the environment. However, a lot of people do not realize that little things they may take for granted can have a big environmental impact.

Grease Traps

One example of an often-overlooked factor in environmental impact is the grease trap. What is it? A grease trap is something that is installed in your drainage system to prevent grease that has been poured into the drain from entering your septic tank. This is crucial, for without it your septic tank may become filled with grease and stop working correctly.

Grease Trap Maintenance

It is not enough simply to install a grease trap. These traps must be inspected and maintained on a regular basis in order to continue functioning properly. Otherwise, your septic tank may eventually begin releasing sewage that has not been treated, which can result in great harm to … Read More

If a major emergency has recently struck your home, you need to take action. The damage that has been done in the wake of a major disaster needs to be addressed immediately. This is not an issue you can afford to ignore. There may still be water on your floors, causing damage to your fixtures and other property. The safety of your property is likely to be undermined by standing water unless you do something fast to relieve it. Your best bet is always to call on the expert aid of a professional plumbing service.

Don’t Let Water Damage Turn You Out of Your Home

Water damage can quickly become a major menace to the safety of your home. A burst water main or sewage system can cause your basement and ground floors to be covered. This could lead to all sorts of problems for the structural integrity of … Read More