Tag: Winter
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Winter Tips to Keep Your Garage Door Running Smoothly
As freezing temperatures, ice and snow make their seasonal debut, homeowners are encouraged to prepare their garage doors for winter. Precision Garage Door Service®, a Neighborly® company, reminds homeowners that a little proactive maintenance now can prevent major inconveniences once the cold sets in. “Your garage door works harder than you realize, especially during winter…
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Winter 2025 Burnout Risk Index Highlights Pressures Facing Construction and Trade Workers
A new analysis from Vegas Insider ranks burnout risk across 50 job categories heading into winter 2025, offering insight into how seasonal pressures and working conditions affect construction, trades and other labor-intensive fields. While healthcare and social services still top the overall list, the report notes that many construction and trade occupations face elevated burnout…
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Note These Key Snow Thrower Safety Tips Ahead of Winter Weather
Clearing snow from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is a major task each winter, and safe operation of snow throwers remains essential. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is urging homeowners and business owners to prepare equipment early and follow basic safety practices before the next storm. OPEI President and CEO Kris Kiser says unpredictable…
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Check these hidden areas of your home for mold this winter
A home insulation specialist has warned homeowners about common but often overlooked areas where mold can grow undetected. Uri “Ori” Pearl, owner of Nealon Insulation, told how poor ventilation and moisture problems create perfect conditions for mold growth in places most homeowners never check. He said, “Most people only discover mold issues after visible signs…
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How to Winterize Outdoor Plumbing and Sprinklers Before Winter
As the temperatures begin to drop and the threat of frost and ice looms, preparing your outdoor plumbing and sprinkler systems for winter is crucial. Failing to properly winterise your outdoor plumbing before the freezing weather hits can lead to costly repairs and significant water damage. In this guide, plumbing expert David Cruz at MyJobQuote.co.uk will explore…
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How to Winterize Outdoor Plumbing and Sprinklers Before Winter
As the temperatures begin to drop and the threat of frost and ice looms, preparing your outdoor plumbing and sprinkler systems for winter is crucial. Failing to properly winterise your outdoor plumbing before the freezing weather hits can lead to costly repairs and significant water damage. In this guide, plumbing expert David Cruz at MyJobQuote.co.uk will explore…
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How Mini Excavators Help Prepare Your Property for Winter
As temperatures drop and the first frost creeps in, many property owners start thinking about snow, ice, and winter storms. But the truth is, winter prep shouldn’t start after the snow hits — it should start now. A bit of planning goes a long way toward preventing damage, avoiding costly repairs, and keeping your property…
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Disturbing these hibernating species could get you fined this winter
Many homeowners don’t realise that their winter garden clearance or renovation projects could be putting protected wildlife at risk. Disturbing hibernating or dormant species such as bats, hedgehogs, dormice, and amphibians is illegal and can carry fines or even prison sentences. Experts recommend practical checks and careful planning to avoid accidental offences while supporting local…
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The Link Up: Em’s Holiday Sweater, Marlee’s Perfect Winter Shoes, And A VERY Exciting Home Brand Launch
Happy Sunday, everyone. As you may have noticed, be it the gift guides or our Christmas decorating hacks post on Friday, we are really getting into the holiday spirit. And you bet shoots have been happening, so get ready for those. Ok links? Great. This week’s house tour is a cool, modern, exciting home! So…
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6 Must-Have Pieces of Cold-Weather Gear for Construction Crews This Winter
There are plenty of terms we all know when it comes to cold-weather hazards — hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot — but here’s one that doesn’t get as much attention: cold stress. According to the Centers for Disease Control, cold stress happens any time your body loses heat faster than it can make it. That can…