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Why Is There a Foul Smell Coming From My Kitchen Sink?
You’re in the kitchen, getting ready to cook a delicious dinner. Maybe you’re having a snack after work before a relaxing bath. When suddenly, it hits you. An overwhelming foul smell that is coming from your kitchen sink. You look around the area. There doesn’t seem to be anything on your sink that could account for the bad smell. So what could it be? This may be a worrying problem that afflicts your sink, but there can be quite a few reasons. For example: A Greasy Drain- It’s long been advised that you should not pour oil and grease down the drains. For good reason, too. When you pour…
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What is Premises Liability?
You’re walking down the aisle at the grocery store and slip due to a mopped floor missing a sign alerting shoppers. Your apartment complex has faulty lighting, and one day while leaving your apartment, a light fixture falls and hits you on the head. While in a hotel swimming pool, you receive a large cut on the back of your leg due to a broken part of the pool’s filter system. What do these incidents have in common? They may all lead to serious injury that accumulates medical expenses. These incidents can also be further developed into premises liability claims for possible financial compensation. Premises liability is a relatively unknown…
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Tips to Decorate Your Party Tent!
When looking to decorate your party tent, there may be tons of options to go with. You may be thinking about color schemes, themes, and other decorations that can help completely elevate your tent. Party tent decoration can completely bring your event to life and provide unique details for that celebration alone. Whether for a birthday party, graduation party, engagement party, and everything in between, here are a few helpful tips to help decorate your party tent! Fabrics and Ribbons Galore It’s important to think of your party tent in an undecorated state as a blank canvas where the decoration possibilities are endless. Many people choose to…
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Is an Outdoor Shower a Good Investment?
Do you ever think how great it would be to cool down and rinse off in an outdoor shower after a sweltering morning playing golf or after a long stroll with your dog in summer? Have you ever experienced the feeling of relaxation you get with an outdoor shower? If you have, you know how energizing it is to be so close to nature. You might not realize it, but an outdoor shower is also a fantastic home investment. Installing an outdoor shower is most tempting in the summer when the nice weather keeps you outdoors. Still, they are installed all year long to boost the value of your…
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The Ultimate Guide to Successful Group Tours
Group trips are either the best or worst trips of your life, depending on how you plan. You need to be prepared if you want to ensure a great time with your next group trip. With the proper prep, traveling with your group makes way for excellent stories, learning, jokes, memories, and plenty of laughs to provide you with a lasting experience. A successful group trip requires effective organization and precise planning to avoid tension and indecisiveness. People undoubtedly love group travel. So, how do you make sure you have a successful group trip? Let’s discuss! The Guide to Successful Group Tours Planning a successful group tour…
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5 Surprising Reasons Your Toilet is Clogged
When your toilet is clogged, you don’t only need to worry about the rising water. In addition to the stress of these situations, an overflowing toilet can be damaging to your health. Of course, residential homeowners work hard to avoid these types of problems. Luckily, contacting a local plumber or drain cleaning service immediately can help you resolve the issue fast! If you have a toilet that clogs frequently, you’ll need to contact a professional plumber immediately for repairs. Identifying the cause of the blockage is the first step in avoiding problems in the future. Let’s look at the most common reasons why your toilet may be clogged. …
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Beginners Guide to How Pawnshops Work
Who doesn’t need some quick cash at some point? If you have valuable, unused items, you might have thought about visiting a pawnshop to make some money. If you’ve never made a pawnshop deal, there are some things you should know before you go. Beginners should learn the ins and outs of the trade before even entering the shop. Let’s explore! What is Pawn Loan and How Does It Work? Pawnshop loans are pretty simple compared to traditional loans. Also called collateral-based loans, you bring a valuable item to the pawnshop to be appraised. The pawnbroker makes an offer for your item. If you agree, they hold your…
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Plumbing Terms 101: Understanding the Lingo
At some point in our lives, we all need a plumber for repairs. Plumbing issues that impact your plumbing pipes or sewage system are inevitable. If you’ve ever experienced a plumbing issue, you have probably heard a few terms that you don’t understand. The average homeowner does not know much about plumbing. That’s why it’s easy to get confused when your plumber starts mentioning terminology commonly used in the industry. If you’ve heard terms like blackwater, check valve, or trap seal, you might be wondering what they mean. It’s essential to hire a professional plumber anytime you have a plumbing issue. However, this article can help you catch up…
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Tips to Fix Common Garbage Disposal Problems
Garbage disposal trouble is one of the most common reasons residential customers call a professional plumber for repairs. Typical garbage disposal wear and tear is often the problem, but there are several other causes of these plumbing issues. While a professional plumber should handle most garbage disposal issues, there are ways to fix the garbage disposal independently. If you’re considering fixing your garbage disposal yourself, consider that it may be more cost-effective to replace the entire appliance, especially if it’s an older, lower-powered machine. Still, let’s discuss some tips to fix common garbage disposal problems. Tips to Fix Common Garbage Disposal Problems Here are some common tips…
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Water Leak Repair 101: Fixing a Leaky Toilet
Water leaks are something you should never ignore. Even a tiny leak can cause catastrophic damage to your property and require costly repairs. Typically, plumbing leaks are easy to spot. Still, it’s essential to know the signs if you want to avoid expensive damage. This article will talk about how to find and repair one of the most common plumbing issues-toilet leaks. Let’s dive in! How Do I Know There’s a Water Leak? Before you can fix a leak, you need to know the common signs to identify a problem. Here are some easy ways to identify a leaky toilet: Puddles of water on the bathroom floor…