There are various types of silicone caulk available, including siliconized acrylic latex, pure silicone, acetoxy, neutral ...

Winter is back in Tampa Bay and experts say you can improve your home's energy efficiency to keep your heating bill low.

"A good rule of thumb is if you can fit a pencil into a crack, hole or opening, a mouse can get through it. The mice might not fit through a pencil hole, but their nose and mouth can quickly widen the ...

If the power doesn't go out, freezing temperatures are still in the forecast. Here are a few steps to consider from various ...

Vacuuming and light disruption are safe, effective ways to remove cluster flies without attracting more to your home or the ...

As winter weather heads our way, it's important to take steps now to ensure your home is adequately prepared to handle any storm impacts we could see here in the Cape Fear.

The hairline crack in your paint, the faint yellow halo on a sill, the window that sticks on humid days, all can look like minor cosmetic quirks. In reality, these small flaws are often the first ...

When cold weather sets in, it’s tempting to assume pest problems go into hibernation along with the garden. Unfortunately, ...

Climate change is no longer an abstract backdrop, it is reshaping daily life with more intense storms, longer droughts, ...

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