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FAQ about dampness in the house: how to identify, repair, and prevent it?

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Dampness is one of the most annoying things that could occur in your house since it could lead to a room feeling cold, it could cause health problems, and, most importantly, it would eventually transform into weatherproofing or even structural problems. However, it signals its presence long before it causes these problems, which is why it won't represent a long-term difficulty, provided you intervene in time. Precisely for this reason, by reading the article further, you'll find the answers...

January to December: the yearly calendar of a gardener’s activities

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Having a house with a yard and a garden is a double-edged sword: on the one hand, you get to relax after a long day of work or on weekends, but on the other hand, you have to take care of it, to keep its appearance and functionality. Not all people who decide to move from a block of flats to a house realize what this change means and how much time it will all take. However, complicated periods such as the pandemic have shown that nothing compares to the joy of having your own space, where...

How to get rid of those annoying crumbs everywhere in your house?

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You're most certainly familiar with the following situation as we're sure it happens to you at least 2-3 times a week: after eating one of your favorite foods, in front of the TV, you get up from your comfortable couch or chair and witness the small "disaster" you left behind. Of course, we're talking about the hundreds of breadcrumbs or puff pastry that have also "settled" and that you need to get rid of, to keep your house clean. We understand that this can be one of the most annoying or...

Doors vs walls inside your house: different approaches lead to different results!

Doors vs walls inside your house: different approaches lead to different results!

Doors and walls are among the most important elements in your house, as they are some of the most visible, both literally and figuratively. This is why, in this article, we've decided to address a recurring topic among our clients, more precisely how to paint doors and walls, in relation to each other. From the beginning, we must mention that there is no "right" or "wrong" way to do it and each of the approaches below leads to different results, which could be considered satisfactory by some...

How to prevent unpleasant smells from accumulating in your garage?

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Every home has its special rooms and spots, where cleanliness and discipline have to be at the highest standard possible. When you think about those, you are probably automatically thinking about your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, or living room. But there is also another special place that you have to pay great attention to on a constant basis. This place is your garage.

The reason why you should pay great attention to this area is that it can be very easy to neglect it and to turn your...

5 essential interior design tips, to feel peaceful inside your house!

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We may be a company "only" offering professional cleaning, home maintenance, and handyman services, but our ultimate goal is for our clients to be happy, healthy, and peaceful inside their homes. This is why, in this article on our blog, we've decided to help you with some basic interior design rules, that will guide you whether you're buying or renovating your place. It's important to know and follow all the tips below, in order to have a fulfilling life since your property is the place...

Best doormat messages: original & funny ideas to welcome your guests!

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Even if you think that you have everything you need inside & outside your home, there is always something extra to buy. For example, did you ever wonder what is the first thing that your guests notice, whether we're talking about family, friends, or neighbors? It's not the hallway or something inside the house, but actually, something sitting on the porch, in front of the door. We're talking about a doormat, a product that has at least two roles: a functional one since it's used to wipe...

How to repair tile, in 5 easy steps

How to repair tile, in 5 easy steps

Although it's one of the toughest and most durable ways to cover walls and floors, tile is by no means indestructible. Whether it's made of ceramic, porcelain, clay (terracotta), or quarry stone, it can be subject to damage from any item strong or heavy enough to crack the enumerated materials. It can even crack on itself if it has an undetected manufacturer defect or it's installed on an uneven floor. However, it's not that difficult to repair cracked tile, especially when you benefit from...

Here’s why you should always keep the bedroom door closed at night!

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Keeping the bedroom door open or closed, during the night, is a household dilemma that can cause heated (pun intended!) discussions between members of a couple or family. However, as you will see by reading this article further, it's not really a matter of pros and cons since the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages. Actually, this decision could prove to be one of life and death, both literally and figuratively, as shown below. Without further ado, here are the arguments for always...

5-star reviews don’t lie: “The house looks fantastic and the smells are gone!”

5-star reviews don’t lie: “The house looks fantastic and the smells are gone!”

Without false modesty, we can say that, here at Home & Business Services, we are used to 5-star reviews since they reflect the quality of our work, both in terms of our professionalism and impeccable work ethics, as well as the state-of-the-art technology we use for every action, be it cleaning, handyman services, home maintenance, or turnkey services. However, two of the most recent reviews we got caught our eye because comparing them was very interesting. One of them focused on a...