With summer nearing the halfway point, call a family meeting to decide how to make the most of the remainder of summer. Family dinner night? A day at the park? Visit a zoo or wildlife preserve? When everyone has input, everyone will have a better time!



Especially if you live alone, make eating a social event. Hot links on the grill ... invite your neighbors. A picnic at the park ... invite your nieces and nephews. Via a video call ... with a friend across the country! You can do this! 


Dryer vents are notorious for clogging with lint. Check your inside and outside connections (especially where it exits the house) and clear any debris. If you have a long run, you may need an extendable vent cleaner. Hook it to a power drill, and it will unclog the most cumbersome vent. Your dryer will be able to operate at its most efficient level ever!


How about those floating pool speakers? Some even have built-in subwoofers. Click here to sample what's out there. If you have water in your yard, you need this speaker. 


A pressure washer makes short work of dirty sidewalks, driveways, and siding. Now that summer's heating up, it's a good time to get out and GET WET. Your home (and neighbors) will thank you.