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New to town? Get to know the neighborhood with these tips.

As a homeowner, there’s nothing more unsettling than discovering uninvited guests in the form of pests. From ants to rodents, these critters will find a way inside if given the chance. Understanding the entry points pests use to enter your home is a crucial part of fortifying your space against these unwelcome visitors. Let’s dive into the five most common access points and how you can guard them against critters of all kinds. Click: https://lnkd.in/g4YQTeg4

Cleanliness is godliness Do we really think in this way? No, we don't. For some reason we believe every work will done by government Then who are we? Only citizens or We have some Civic duties towards our country or world? I believe if we care for our home, We must care for our countries and especially our world. You can deny the fact but you couldn't ignore World is our home. Imagine without having any home Imagine an unclean staycation you're living Do you prefer to stay there? Ask yourself You'll find the answer. Then rethink world and country as your home We often complaint Not to having a clean road Not to having a clear lakeside or seaside Not to having purified air to breathe But never try to change all those for a second Before complaining these, try to change -Your community -Your area -Your country -Your world Take initiative, it's your Civic duty Small steps can able to change everything Make this world liveable Make your country beautiful Make your home peaceful P.S: Do you also believe in the theory of Civic duties? If you find this helpful 🔃 or follow for more insights #cleaningmotivation

After you move in, there are a few important things you should do to settle into your new place smoothly. Here are some helpful tips to guide you through this exciting time: Unpack essentials first Explore the neighborhood Meet neighbors Set up utilities and services Update your address with necessary institutions. #respondek #realestate #realestateagent #realestatelosangeles #PacificPalisades

How you take care of your garbage matters when you live in a condo building. Watch this simple, yet often-forgotten tip to do your part for your community.

A couple of weeks ago, I had an absurdist experience — as did the entire city I live in. We didn't have water running from our taps inside our homes; meanwhile, it was raining heavily outside. 🚰 The plant that sucks water from the reservoir before filtering it to our city's water line was clogged with algae. Thus, no water was entering the water supply system for several days. The proliferation of algae was the result of an extremely hot summer we had this year. 🌇 The whole situation felt insane. I live in a block of residential buildings, and I couldn't fill a bucket with the rainwater falling in abundance from the sky. I have an awning above every window, plus a covered balcony.  "Mom, this will not work," said my 7-year-old, watching me running from one window to another with a bucket. Fortunately, the water was back in two days, and we didn't suffer too much as I have stored drinking water for such cases. However, it made me think about how disconnected we are from nature cycles with our modern city lifestyle, that we don't implement systems of collecting rainwater in our houses, and how great it would be to rely on one. 💦 In the places you live in, is there a rainwater collection system that benefits your community? Or are you, like me, completely reliant on city infrastructure to provide this indispensable resource? And what's your contingency plan if/when water is unavailable in your city? Let me know in the comments.

🌊💧 Thank you Oksana Zheleznova for sharing this amazing story. As temperatures fluctuate, so do our water patterns, impacting both nature's delivery and human management. Dry areas are getting drier, storms more intense, while certain minerals can enhance detergent efficiency. Did you know only 50% of household water is for drinking? 🚰 Embracing decentralized systems is key to efficient water management. Think small-scale, distributed technologies for water reuse. Props to California for pioneering DPR, treating wastewater to high quality for reuse. Kudos to San Francisco for its building ordinance, mandating recycled water for large constructions, reducing water footprints by 40%. LA's property tax incentive and Toronto's potential similar move highlight the shift towards sustainable practices. Let's replenish rain and groundwater locally, rather than solely relying on central treatment facilities. Love the analogy from Cody Simms and Peter Fiske about repurposing wastewater akin to our kidneys' role. 🎧 Tune into MCJ Collective podcast for more insights! I learned so much from listening to it. 💦 Our goal should be to locally replenish rain and groundwater instead of sending it off to a centralized facility. #WaterManagement #Sustainability #Innovation

Rainy days are here, and it’s crucial to ensure your home or business is prepared. If your gutters have been damaged by recent hailstorms, it’s time to get them repaired or replaced. Here’s why you should choose our local seamless rain gutter company: 1️⃣ Local Expertise: We understand our community’s specific needs and weather challenges, offering tailored solutions that work best for you. 2️⃣ High-Quality Materials: We use only top-notch materials to ensure your gutters are durable and effective. 3️⃣ Personal Touch: Our team provides personalized service and attention to detail, treating your property as if it were our own. 4️⃣ Community Support: Shopping locally helps boost our local economy, supporting jobs and growth within our community. 5️⃣ Fast and Reliable: Being just around the corner, we can quickly respond to your needs, ensuring your gutters are ready to handle the weather. Don’t let damaged gutters cause you trouble. Contact us today to ensure your property stays safe and dry!

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