A good soak in the tub helps us relax, unwind, and melts away the days’ stress. But did you know that, in addition to just feeling good, a hot bath also has a variety of health benefits, such as improved…
Mother Nature adores Alabama. After all, why would she send so many special gifts our way, like hurricanes, strong winds, tornadoes, lightning storms that knock out power and, every now and then, a bit of snow? Hmm, one could surmise…
If you kept track of all the ways you use regular tap water in a day, you’d probably lose count long before sunset. It’s just one of those things that’s easy to take for granted. But did you know that…
Whether you’re snuggled up on the couch watching TV or at the lake with your family watching the boats sail by, AC system summer is a time to enjoy yourself in ways not possible or practical other times of the…
You have numerous responsibilities as a homeowner. Keeping your home in good repair, shoveling the Homewood driveway and sidewalk in timely fashion, mowing the lawn regularly, and so on. Yet even seasoned homeowners are surprised to learn what they are…
The holiday season is just around the corner. A time for us to gather with family and friends, share scrumptious meals along with fond memories, and to give something of yourself to help those who are struggling with life issues.…
Mold is part of the natural environment. Outdoors, it breaks down organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees. Indoors, mold is something to be prevented and avoided for all the harm it can do to your home and…
Cleaning the bathroom, unclogging a toilet, removing a bee’s nest from your property – let’s assume these are not “a few of your favorite things.” But look closely at these and other typically unpleasant chores, and you’ll find there’s almost…
Here in Greater Birmingham, we’re fortunate to live in a climate where we get to use our outdoor pools more months of the year than in other parts of the country. That’s great news when it comes to personal enjoyment,…
Sure, home is where the heart is. But for many, it’s also the site of fall-related injuries. Just how serious is the problem? Well, each year: About 36 million seniors home fall-proof , resulting in 3 million emergency room visits…
