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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 7:18 AM
HARD WATER STAINS
During home watch visits a house can sit for two weeks to a month without any movement. Between the higher temperature of the interior home and the evaporation of water in the toilets sometimes a hard water ring forms in the toilet. This can happen even if water is sitting to the proper water level. An etching affect happens and even if you scratch the etch line you cannot remove the ring around the toilet bowl.
This procedure might help. Turn the water valve OFF. Flush the toilets so very little water enters the bowl. |
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Posted on Sunday, September 28, 2014 3:08 PM
OUTDOOR
FAUCET LOCKS
 Stop the
unauthorized use of water at your business, home, or apartment building.
As a home
watch professional I see this on many occasions. New construction up and
running next to your home or on your street, the lawn maintenance worker needs
water to wash their hands or fill their weed sprayers, or the neighbor decides
to use your spigot to fill his pool or wash his patio. This outdoor hose bib
faucet lock prevents unwanted use or tampering, reduces water waste and leakage
and provides piece of mind especially to a home owner who is away on vacation. |
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Saturday, May 10, 2014 3:31 PM
DON’T LEAVE
ME ON THE HANGER HERE! RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL HOUSEKEEPING BUSINESS
Being an
owner of any business is rewarding, challenging, difficult and exciting. You hope
to be successful, you pray for your business to be profitable and you wake up
each day with the attitude of winning the trust and relationship of your
customers and learn the value of your employees. Of course there is way more to
it than that. Don’t leave me on the “hanger” here!
Hiring
the right employee is a very important factor and a challenging process when
running your business.
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Sunday, February 16, 2014 3:57 PM
 STAGED HOMES FOR SALE OR SHOW
I love fake or artificial foods such as grapes, breads, and pastries. Even as a young girl I had a plastic container full that I now share with my grand children. Good quality artificial foods are fun to stage... around the house. Maybe inside an antique country cabinet or above a wine shelf.
I even have a basket hanging above the sink with carrots, celery, onions and mushrooms. Just can't get enough. Designer homes and homes for sale sometimes stage rooms to make them appear more welcoming. |
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Posted on Sunday, February 16, 2014 3:53 PM
 CLEAR AMMONIA
Not to many people are thrilled about cleaning with ammonia. They just can't tolerate the harsh smell. I have to say I always keep a bottle in my cleaning bucket and here are some of the tasks ammonia can contribute to a real good clean and shine.
1. Garbage cans
2. Faces of white cabinets, doors, baseboards, woodwork
3. Crystal and add a dash of soap
4. Bathtubs
5. Ceiling fans
Ammonia can be a good all purpose when diluted safely.
Experiment on other areas using caution.
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Posted on Sunday, February 16, 2014 3:28 PM
 CARPET TAGS
I'm such a picky and meticulous housekeeper that I alway make sure the carpet tags are tucked under when I put the carpets back, but some days I get so frustrated with such a petty task. I ask myself why my customers just don't cut them off!! Give me the scissors already!!!!
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Sunday, February 16, 2014 3:24 PM
CARING FOR ORIENTAL RUGS
Oriental rugs are commonly made from cotton and wool and
are showcased in many colors and designs.
As a housekeeper and home manager it is important for all
of us to remember how to care for such a beautiful hand-made item. Some carpets
are actually handed down from generation to generation as they could be very
costly, valuable and have a long history in the making. Caring for the carpet
fringe is something not only the housekeepers, but the home owners should take
into careful consideration. |
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 1:36 PM
 HELPFUL TIPS WHEN HIRING A CONTRACTOR FOR RENOVATIONS
Since there will be a significant amount of cleanup after your renovations are complete, take care when inquiring on estimates to include cleanup fees in your renovation budget. Wait until the bid is final, then ask if the total number includes contractor cleanup. DO NOT ask this question before or the contractor may raise the price. Some contractors will NOT cleanup after their project which leaves YOU to the surprise of that awful mess!
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 10:11 PM
Nespresso Machines Pros and Cons While looking for that perfect gift for my daughter for her birthday or simply a coffee lover at heart, the Nespresso coffee machine may be the ideal solution. From Expresso to cappuccino, Nespresso coffee makers “stir” controversy and calculated opinions both with competitive, scale tipping pros and cons. While investigating the purchase of the capsules I discovered without warning from the salesman that the Nespresso coffee capsules can only be purchased from Nespresso company which can sometimes put you in a bind if you are having a dinner party and the coffee refills were accidently not on the grocery list. |
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Ann Kamenicky: Posted on Sunday, June 02, 2013 6:36 PM
Shining a Fiberglass Playground SlideWhile setting up a playground with slide for my own grandchildren we noticed the slide was a bit rough and not enough “slide power” for the toddlers. Recommendations will advise to maintain a dull and faded slide wash with soap and water to remove dirt and grime, rinse with clean water. Polish with compound and buff out to improve appearance, repel dirt and slow fading. Since our slide was new and right out of the box we just needed a little “push”. It was as easy as 1, 2, and 3 by using a little Swiffer Dust & Shine and a soft cloth. |
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