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Duplex vs. Condo: Differences, Pros & Cons
There are many situations when you need to know exactly how a duplex and a condo differ from each other, and what are the benefits and drawbacks of each type of dwelling. When you’re comparing a duplex and a condo, the major differences may seem obvious to most...
Why Do I Have Tiny Spiders In My House? What Attracts Them?
I often talk to people who are worried because their house is full of small spiders. Sometimes there are only a few dozen of these tiny creatures, however, it’s not uncommon to see hundreds of them either. Although the vast majority of spiders that you may find in...
Cellar vs. Basement: A Comparison Guide
I’ve received so many questions about the differences between cellars and basements recently that I’ve decided to dedicate a whole article to this topic. While a cellar might be very similar to a basement on the surface, there are some important differences. To be...
11 Reasons Why Your Room Smells Sour (A Strategic Guide)
There could be many reasons why a room smells sour and the best way to find the root cause and get rid of the unpleasant odor is to take a strategic approach. What do I mean by that? Instead of randomly checking and replacing or cleaning stuff in your room, you’ll...
11 Types of Sliding Glass Door Locks (with Photos)
As a security manager, I’m fully aware of the fact that sliding glass doors are often the least secure entry points of a house. The main reason for this is that the built-in locking mechanism that comes with most sliding doors is pretty unreliable and easy to jimmy...
7 Types of Garage Doors (Pros and Cons with Photos)
There are many types of garage doors available on the market and often it’s not easy to find the one that meets all your needs. Most homeowners end up opting for an overhead garage door, however, there are other options as well. In this illustrated guide, I’ll show...
3 Secure Ways to Lock Your Garage Door From the Outside
There are many situations where you may need to lock your garage door manually from the outside. Whether you own an electric garage door (such as a sectional garage door) or a non-automatic one, you can install a physical lock in just a few steps. In fact, there’s...
5 Simple Ways to Secure Your Garage Windows
Many homeowners make the mistake of not paying proper attention to garage security while spending a fortune on reinforcing other areas of their house. Securing garage windows will definitely pay off in the long run as it can greatly increase the overall security of...
5 Simple Ways to Lock a Sliding Door Without a Lock
Many homeowners spend a substantial amount of money to reinforce the front door of their house while they completely ignore sliding doors. That’s a huge mistake. Sliding doors are usually one of the weakest points of many homes, and burglars are well aware of this...
9 Best Ways to Secure a Door From the Inside
While many people believe that burglars usually break into houses through windows, the truth is that most intruders get inside through either the front or the back door. Often, they simply kick the door open. Home invasions usually happen when the house is empty,...
