In the early to mid-2010s, the estimate was that an average family earning $55,000 per year would pay about $750 for auto repairs annually. That’s 1.5% of the annual income. It might not seem much, but given that the average American family has nearly two cars, the cost might add up. Deciding whether to buy
Gutters are essential yet often overlooked areas of your home. They carry rainwater away from your house to avert flooding, foundation damage, and leaks. They also remove melting snow from your roof to avoid forming ice dams which can significantly affect the integrity of the roof. Gutters in good working condition can, in fact, help
Over the past decades, heat waves have been coming across America in increasing increments across major cities and states. This is reflected in the number of heat waves recorded, with an average of two strikings back in the 1960s to above six incidents this decade. It’s not only the occurrence of these heat waves, but
Criminals who commit all manner of offenses want one thing in common: to find the easiest targets and get away quick. That includes burglars. While there’s no way to guarantee that your home won’t be targeted by a burglar, there are steps you can take to make your home a less- attractive target. Authorities found
Americans waste gallons of water every day because of irresponsible activities. The average American family of four uses about four gallons of water each day. It’s something that we have taken for granted. Our access to clean and potable water is something that not all countries enjoy. Still, in recent years, there has been a
Tasmania is an island off the south of Australia and is known for its unique flora and fauna, which can be as fascinating as its continental counterparts. Tasmania has seen many fascinating stories of survival, but the most well-known and the most neglected is a marsupial that owes its fame to a cartoon and an
Traveling has so many benefits. It takes you outside of your comfort zone and empowers you toward self-development. Road trips, for instance, let you work on your creativity and sense of adventure. This choice of travel allows you to see places up close. These are hidden places that have not yet been sensationalized by social
As any expert would advise, homeowners should always take care of their property if they want to avoid costly repairs. Unfortunately, in a lot of cases, house maintenance is inevitable. Some homeowners are so busy with their daily routine and work that they do not have the time to focus on other things. However, you must never
Are you worried about your high electricity bills, but couldn’t help running the heater longer because some of your rooms are too cold for comfort? Are you thinking of adding another layer of insulation to solve this problem? Be careful; you might end up over-insulating your home. Even if you’re using your trusted A+ insulations,
It’s ironic, but it is true that we tend to just forget the important things in our lives. This golden nugget of reminder applies to most things – our home appliances included. Water heaters, for example, are so integral to our daily lives that they rarely never warrant a doubletake anymore. More often than not,
