Smart locks are the latest new feature on many home automation systems, of which over 1.5 million were installed in U.S. homes in 2012. These devices add a whole new level of convenience that ordinary locks can’t match. However, they may prove vulnerable to a newer and more sophisticated kind of threat.
The following takes a look at the threats posed by smart lock hackers and how smart lock manufacturers are dealing with these threats.…
Blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are both a nuisance and a health risk due to their tendency to carry Lyme disease. Every homeowner should take measures to be protected from this risk in the comfort of their own yard. Here are three tips for keeping your yard as tick-free as possible.
Eliminate Tick Habitats in Your Yard
The less welcoming that your yard is to ticks, the more difficult it will be for them to sustain themselves in your yard.…
Owning a tiny home that ranges from 100 to 400 square feet means that you do not need to have a huge piece of property to live and thrive on. Once you have purchased a custom tiny house, it’s a good idea to look into land auctions to help find a permanent place for the tiny home to rest on. Before purchasing just any piece of land, there are five key components to look for.…
According to the National Association of Realtors, approximately 4,940,000 homes were sold in 2014. If you’ve recently placed your home on the market or it has been up for sale for several weeks or months, chances are you’re looking for creative, simple ways to attract buyers. Real estate marketing might seem complicated, but you don’t need to be an expert to come up with imaginative ways to get your home sold.…
If your carpet is a few years old, particularly if you have pets or young children, you’ve probably seen your share of stains and cleaning challenges. There will come a time when you are wondering whether it is better to have your carpet cleaned or replaced. Here are some considerations to keep in mind.
Age of the Carpet
Depending on the material it’s made from, your carpet might be expected to last anywhere from one to 25 years.…
There are times when people put their homes up for sale and sell right away, but there are also times when a person just cannot seem to sell his or her home. If this is a problem you are struggling with right now, you may want to find out why your house isn’t selling so that you can take the right steps to get it to sell. Here are some tips that may help you determine what is preventing your house from selling.…
Although the housing market appears to be bouncing back, it can still take an average of 98 days or more to sell a home, depending on where you’re located. Unfortunately, even when you do find someone willing to purchase your house, you may find yourself in an unenviable situation where the buyer suddenly decides to pull out of the transaction. While your first reaction may be to panic, here are three ways to deal with the situation instead.…
Termites are a group of insects that feeds on dead plant material such as wood and leaf litter. In forests, this is a good thing since they help to break down dead trees and other plants, but in the suburbs, their preferred food source is a big problem for homeowners. The structure of many suburban homes is made out of wood, and wood is also used for siding, shingles, and other building elements.…
According to the Small Business Development Center, roughly 1 million Americans live in senior care facilities. This number is expected to double by the year 2030. Due to this, some people are establishing adult care businesses by transforming houses into assisted living and continuing care homes for the elderly.
If you are considering this type of business venture, it is important to determine what types of security measures you will need to keep your residents safe in your facility.…
