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6 Property Maintenance Tips That Can Save Landlords Money

How to Prevent Problems by Performing Regular Property Maintenance As a landlord, it is easy to overlook minor issues. Performing regular maintenance on your property can help you catch a small problem before it turns into a large expense. Here are some property maintenance tips that can help save you money in the long run….

How to Clear Dirty Drains

Keep your sinks and showers flowing with this quick tip. Take a few minutes to freshen drains (not unclog them) and keep them free-flowing with an homemade vinegar solution. This is especially good for seldom-used sinks and showers, like in a guest bathroom. 1. Mix 1/2 cup baking soda with 1/4 cup table salt. 2….

10 Smart Tricks to Make Cleaning So Much Easier

Of the hundreds of cleaning tips Real Simple has published, these are among our most popular—and most ingenious. Use Ice Cubes to Deodorize a Garbage Disposal Tired of your stinky garbage disposal? Get rid of odious odors: Feed ice cubes made of vinegar down your disposal. Flip the switch to grind the cubes, then flush…

Clear a Clog Above the Sink

Lift the stopper lever to the closed position. Unscrew the retaining nut that holds the pivot rod in position. Pull the pivot rod out of the drain pipe to release the stopper. In and around the stopper could be where much debris is found. Clean the area with a small wire brush. If the clog…