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A power outage can happen on an ordinary day, but severe weather can make a loss of electricity more likely. In Canada, freezing rain, high winds, winter storms, wildfires, extreme temperatures and other events can damage power lines or place additional strain on the electrical system. A short outage may be little more than an…
Buying pumpkins early can make decorating for fall easier, but it also creates a problem: How do you keep those pumpkins looking fresh until Halloween? If you picked up your pumpkins in September or early October, you don’t necessarily need to worry. A healthy, uncarved pumpkin can remain in good condition for weeks when it…
There is nothing more frustrating than buying a new graphic T-shirt, washing it once, and discovering that the printed designs are sticking together when the laundry comes out of the dryer. I’ve dealt with this problem repeatedly with my daughters’ shirts. They can look perfectly normal going into the washing machine, but after a trip…
Why is one room in your home freezing while another feels too warm? Uneven temperatures are a common problem for homeowners, particularly during a Canadian winter. You may find that the living room is comfortable while a bedroom stays chilly, or that rooms upstairs are noticeably warmer than those on the main floor. Before you…
There is something a little bittersweet about the first signs of fall in the garden. The flowers are fading, the evenings are getting cooler and you know that the growing season is winding down. Before the first frost arrives, there are a few things worth doing in your perennial gardens and flower beds. But that…
There is something especially nice about getting into a warm bed on a cold night. When the bedroom is chilly and the sheets feel even colder, a heated mattress pad can make bedtime considerably more comfortable. But is it actually worth buying one? For some people, absolutely. For others, it may end up being another…
Most of us don’t give much thought to the hot water tank sitting in the basement until something goes wrong. You turn on the shower, expect hot water, and suddenly you’re standing under a stream that’s barely warm. A water heater can work quietly for years, but it doesn’t last forever. As the tank gets…
Humidity and salt air can shorten the life of outdoor patio furniture, especially near Boca Raton, as coastal patios are constantly faced with moisture, airborne minerals, heat, and frequent storms. Material selection therefore matters as much as shape or color. Aluminum, teak, marine-grade rope, and solution-dyed fabric each handle exposure differently. Comparing their strengths, care…
