Ants don’t always march across the floor in neat little lines. Sometimes, they’re nesting behind the walls where you can’t see them—until the infestation gets serious. If you’re noticing these signs, there’s a good chance they’ve moved in where you don’t want them. Rustling Sounds in the Walls It’s faint, but if you hear a…
If you’re seeing mice—or even signs of them—it means they’ve already found something they like. And while you might be setting traps or bait, there are a few habits that might be working against you. Here’s how people accidentally make a mouse problem harder to get rid of. Leaving Food Out Overnight Even a few…
Rats don’t need much to feel at home—just warmth, food, and a hidden space. Once they find that, they’ll settle in and multiply quickly. Here are some of the less obvious places they could be nesting right under your nose. Inside Walls If you hear scratching at night or odd sounds in one part of…
Roaches aren’t picky—they’ll tuck themselves into tight, dark, warm places and set up camp before you even know they’re there. The worst part is they don’t need much to thrive. If you’re trying to cut down on where they might be lurking, these are the spots they love most. Cardboard Boxes Roaches love cardboard. It’s…
When the power flips back on, it’s tempting to start flipping switches and plugging everything back in—but that’s when a lot of damage happens. The return surge can be unstable, and rushing things can cost you. Here’s what not to do if you want your stuff—and your wiring—to survive the comeback. Plug Everything Back In…
Power strips are everywhere—but most people use them wrong. They’re supposed to help protect your electronics and manage your setup, but if you misuse them, they can actually cause damage. Here’s what to stop doing if you want to keep your stuff safe. Plugging in Too Many High-Wattage Devices Power strips aren’t meant for heaters,…
You might not think twice about how or where you plug stuff in—but those little habits add up. Bad wiring decisions can lead to ruined appliances, fire hazards, or tripped breakers that make life harder than it needs to be. These are the electrical habits that come back to bite if you don’t fix them….
Power surges during storms can fry your electronics fast—especially if lightning hits nearby or the grid takes a hit. Even surge protectors don’t always hold up to the kind of spike a direct strike can cause. Unplugging takes a few seconds and can save you thousands in damage. Here’s what to pull the plug on…