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5 Ways to Keep Your Home Scorpion-Free

In some of the warmer and drier parts of the country, it is common to see a scorpion periodically. While spotting one outside does not cause an issue, having an uninvited scorpion taking residence in your home could be distressing. What is even worse is when you start seeing multiple scorpions throughout your home. The good news is that most scorpions are not terribly poisonous, but getting stung by one could cause pain or a reaction. The bad news is you may have an infestation of these nuisance creatures. Here are five steps to take to rid your home of scorpions.

1. Seal Cracks and Holes

To keep your home less friendly to any kind of pest, you should start by examining your exterior walls for cracks and holes. These tiny spaces are what allows creatures such as scorpions to come inside and begin an infestation. It is simple to fix this problem. All you need is some inexpensive caulk or sealant and a few hours of your time. Then, you need to go fill in all of the cracks and holes to keep these pests out.
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Water Restoration Services That Make A Difference

When you have major water damage, time is of the essence. It does not matter if you are in a residential or commercial property, the reality is that water damage is just not any fun. You need specialists on your side that can come in and quickly rectify the situation. You do not need excuses – you need solutions. From water extraction to mold removal and almost everything in between, you can count on a water restoration specialist to help you in your time of need.

When Water Disaster Strikes…

United Water Restoration in Houston understands that disaster can strike when you least expect it. You might encounter a flood due to a summer storm, or you water heater might burst while you are away on vacation. A disaster is no respecter of time, and neither should the company that you call to take care of it. Imagine a sewer that has clogged up leaving you with a mess in the yard and your home that you would rather not describe. You cannot wait days for a response. Instant help is what you need.

It is also important to deal quickly with water damage in order to avoid mold buildup. In the event that you do have mold, a professional water restoration specialist can help remove that as well. Water will be removed from your premises then professional grade equipment will be used to dry everything out. The company will work hard to save your valuable possessions and restore the premises to its original condition as quickly as possible.
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Choose the Best Quality Materials for Your Bathroom Remodel

Home improvement projects often involve updating an existing kitchen and bathroom. These projects not only add more resale value to the home than they cost, but they make the home more livable for the current owner. While kitchen remodels can be very extensive due to the size of the room and the components involved, a bathroom remodel is typically easier and less costly. Sometimes the most obvious improvement in a bathroom is the new vanity and countertop.

First time home buyers are not always able to buy a new or recently updated home, so they end up purchasing an older home with the intention of investing some sweat equity in order to get the features they want. These home improvement projects may involve completely updating existing bathroom or they may decide to add a bathroom to the master bedroom or other bedrooms. The extent of work completed by the homeowner will vary according to the size of the project, their skill and also their knowledge of construction. Quite often the best choice for a new homeowner wishing to update their home is to hire a professional contractor in spite of the additional expense.
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