When my youngest child moved out, I was left living in a large home by myself. Weekend visits from the grandchildren only filled the space part of the time. The home became more of a burden as each day passed. It was not until I was working with my real estate agent to sell my home and find a smaller home did I realize that there were so many others in the same position. I created this blog to help other empty nesters explore their options for downsizing and to provide guidance on finding a new home that fits in more with their lifestyle.

How To Use Nematodes To Fight A Termite Infestation

9 February 2015
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Termites are active all year round. The cold might slow them down outside your home, but if your house is warm and there's moisture to be found, they'll keep on eating away your home's wood if they got inside before the cold set in. Spraying insecticides inside a home sealed up for the winter might not be the most appealing thing to do. After all, you and your family will have to breathe in the fumes until they dissipate – unless you want open up doors and windows to let in the sub-freezing temperatures to air your house out.
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How To Store Computers And Electronics In Self Storage

30 January 2015
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If you're going to be placing computers and other electronics into self storage units, you'll want to be sure that they are properly protected. Dampness, breakage, mold and dust can all turn an expensive piece of equipment into a pile of useless junk. Below are some steps you can take to ensure that the equipment you put into storage will still be in working order when you get it back out.
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Benefits Of Hiring A Janitorial Cleaning Service For Your Small Manufacturing Plant

28 January 2015
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If you own and operate a manufacturing plant, one of the main priorities is safety. One major component of safety includes keeping work areas in and around the plant clean and debris-free. While employees should institute cleaning practices as they complete each work shift, there are still some locations that will need to be routinely cleaned and maintained. Hiring a cleaning service like Elk Grove House Cleaning Referral Agency has many benefits.
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8 Common Things People Do That Attract Pests

27 January 2015
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Rodents, insects and other nuisance animals do not find human habitations by happenstance; it is the food, water and shelter that people provide that attracts these pests. If you remove these resources from your home and yard, you can convince many pests to seek out greener pastures. Depending on the pest species in question, you may be able to reduce the number of pests plaguing your home with a few simple steps.
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Kids And Carpet Catastrophes: 2 Tips For Cleaning Up Common Kid Carpet Stains

21 January 2015
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When you have kids, your carpets are under constant attack. Children generate a lot of messes of various types, and the marks, stains and debris they leave behind in your carpet can be difficult to remove. Here are some tips to help you clean up some of the most common messes that your child could leave behind in your home's carpet. Grass Stains Grass stains can be extremely difficult to remove from any fabric, including your carpet.
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Home Buying Tips for Empty Nesters

When my youngest child moved out, I was left living in a large home by myself. Weekend visits from the grandchildren only filled the space part of the time. The home became more of a burden as each day passed. It was not until I was working with my real estate agent to sell my home and find a smaller home did I realize that there were so many others in the same position. I created this blog to help other empty nesters explore their options for downsizing and to provide guidance on finding a new home that fits in more with their lifestyle.

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