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Ice skating might feel strange until you learned and practiced some techniques. Get you winter workout off to a gliding start with these helpful tips. Get Skates that Fit Properly A good pair of figure skates will fit you properly, provide plenty of support and have sharp blades that cut into the ice. Make sure that you wear skates that are the correct size. It’s also important to lace up your skates correctly. However, you don’t want your skates to fit too tight, or too loose, feeling like they’re about to come off. Know How to Fall Falling is inevitable…

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Plumbing problems can be costly and time-consuming if they are not caught early. Fortunately, many expensive repairs can be avoided by completing routine maintenance on your plumbing system. However, one issue that must be dealt with quickly in order to avoid costly repair bills is frozen pipes. Here are some essential facts about how to approach this problem should it arise. During frigid winter temperatures, frozen water pipes are a serious concern for most homeowners. When water freezes inside a pipe, it can create pressure equaling 2000 pounds per square inch. The water expands beyond the pipe’s ability to contain…

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Icy roads and snow are one of the most common causes of accidents in the wintertime. Even the most experienced drivers find themselves challenged to make it across town when snow and ice accumulate. Keeping the car from sliding, slowing down, and stopping are a few of the factors that contribute to this heightened risk. Here are some helpful driving tips that will keep you stay safe driving in the snow this winter. Prep your Windshield Washer Fluid You may not think of topping of your windshield washer fluid in the summer, but you’ll definitely want to remember that during…

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What do a chalkboard eraser, a pair of socks, and a lighter have in common? They’re all life-changing winter car hacks. The winter brings frosty windshields, ice and frozen door locks. Since the snowy season is quickly approaching, head to your local dollar store and pick up a few inexpensive household items that will make your life so much easier this coming winter. Get Unstuck Quickly Snow makes it difficult to drive your car. One way to move your car is by using cardboard. Keep a piece of cardboard in your trunk and place it under your tires when your…

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For many people, staying cool in the summer is not as easy as turning on an air conditioner. A lot of houses are not equipped with an air conditioner. In some cases, the existing unit is broken and too expensive to fix. Of course, plenty of people have some kind of air conditioner system in their home, but they do not want to use it, so they can save money on electricity bills. No matter what scenario fits your situation, there are many ways to keep the heat at bay in your home without a standard air conditioner. Create a…

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