Articles for tag: Attics, Squirrels

How to Deal with Pesky Squirrels

At Evergreen Elementary School, the students were preparing for their field trip. Suddenly a squirrel entered a classroom and attacked a first-grade student, as well as two adults who were joining the field trip as chaperone. At around 8:43 in the morning of Wednesday, May 9, a call was made to 911 to report the ...

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Collecting Vintage Metal Tins

Unfortunately for my husband, over the years I have collected various items. All kinds of Dishes, Animals, Metal Tins, Christmas Ornaments, Miniature Ceramic Houses, Snow Villages, and the various Cactus and houseplants. Much to his dismay, he is left with having to help me house my different collections. This has proven quite difficult since we ...

DIY: How to Insulate Ductwork

Insulating ductwork in your home is one do-it-yourself project that will likely pay for itself quickly. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, uninsulated ductwork in unconditioned spaces in the home causes 10-30% of the heat and cooling to be lost through conduction. Deciding Which Ductwork Needs Insulating Air ducts in conditioned spaces in your ...

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Guide to Attic or Basement Room Additions

When it comes to adding a bedroom, game room or “man cave” there are a couple different options. Each home has a different layout and some have attics, while others have basements, and still others have both or none. If you do have an attic or basement, there is a lot of things that you ...

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What to Do to Prevent Attic Condensation

Attics can build up condensation in them, which can lead to many negative effects for your home. By preventing attic condensation, you’ll help preserve the value of your home and the home itself. This article will explore how to prevent attic condensation, as well as provide information about the causes of attic condensation and how ...