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lifestyle1 month ago•10 min saved

Spiders at home aren’t threats—they’re allies in pest control

Spiders indoors are common and generally harmless, often serving as natural pest controllers by eating insects like mosquitoes. Bites are rare, and many species avoid humans, so killing them can remove a valuable predator from your home. If you really can’t stand a spider, gently capture and release it outside, but otherwise adopting a live-and-let-live approach supports a healthier indoor ecosystem—evidenced by a survey of 50 North Carolina homes where every house had spiders.

via The Independent|

#ecosystem #entomology #homes

world2 months ago•10 min saved

Record heat to push US electricity bills to new highs this summer

Americans face record-high summer electricity bills as extreme heat drives up cooling use; the average household is projected to spend about $792 on electricity from June through September, up 10.5% from last year and nearly 40% higher than in 2020, with one in six households behind on utility bills and advocates urging Congress to boost LIHEAP funding to $7 billion for fiscal year 2027.

via The Independent|

#americans #electricity #homes

energy2 months ago•7 min saved

DOE Limits Electrification in Reopened Home-Upgrade Rebates

The DOE published guidance for $8.8B in HOMES and HEEHR home-efficiency rebates, reopening funds but barring funding for switching from fossil fuels to electric heat, requiring insulation/air-sealing upgrades before appliances, and scrapping DEI/Justice40 considerations; states must adjust plans before funds are released, a move applauded by some for efficiency gains but criticized by advocates who say it narrows electrification and equity goals.

via Inside Climate News|

#doe #electrification #energy

weather3 months ago•13 min saved

Mississippi battered by severe storms and tornadoes, homes damaged

Severe storms ripped through parts of Lamar County, Mississippi, spawning multiple tornadoes and causing property damage as crews assess the aftermath.

via AP News|

#damage #homes #mississippi

crime7 months ago•2 min saved

North Texas Couple Pleads Guilty in $5M Construction Fraud Scheme

A Fort Worth couple, Christopher and Raquelle Judge, pleaded guilty to defrauding about 40 families in North Texas by collecting nearly $4.8 million for custom home and renovation projects they never completed, using the money for personal expenses and lifestyle, leading to half-built houses and financial losses for victims.

via CBS News|

#construction #court-case #crime

real-estate7 months ago•1 min saved

Luxury London Homes Priced at $2 Million

The article describes various $2 million homes in London, including a loft in a converted 19th-century warehouse in Poplar, a four-bedroom house in South London, and a house on Sir Henry Tate's former estate, highlighting the diverse real estate options available in the city.

via The New York Times|

#dollar2-million #homes #london

real-estate8 months ago•0 min saved

Luxury $2 Million Homes Across Georgia, LA, and D.C.

The article highlights three $2 million homes in Savannah, Georgia, Topanga, California, and Washington, D.C., including an 1850 rowhouse in Savannah's Historic Landmark District, a 1970s house in Topanga, and a converted stable home in D.C., showcasing diverse luxury properties across different regions.

via The New York Times|

#georgia #homes #los-angeles

weather10 months ago•1 min saved

Severe Flooding Causes Homes and Roads to Flood Across Central Florida

Several homes in Lake County are threatened due to historic flooding caused by a massive washout on Sunday, raising concerns about property damage and safety.

via WFTV|

#flooding #historic-flooding #homes

real-estate11 months ago•10 min saved

The Impact of Private Equity and Wall Street on the Housing Crisis

The article discusses how private equity firms and institutional investors have been buying and renting out homes across the U.S., which has both benefits, like increased neighborhood diversity and affordable rentals, and drawbacks, such as making homeownership more difficult and driving up prices due to reduced housing supply. It highlights the complex trade-offs involved and suggests that increasing housing construction could be a more effective solution than banning corporate landlords.

via NPR|

#homeownership #homes #neighborhoods

local1 year ago•0 min saved

Philadelphia Explosion Kills One and Injures Two in Home Collapses

An explosion on Philadelphia's north side early Sunday resulted in one death and two injuries, causing extensive damage to about five homes. Firefighters responded to the scene, but the cause of the explosion remains unknown, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.

via The Guardian|

#death #explosion #homes

environment1 year ago•0 min saved

Franklin Fire Rages in Malibu: Evacuations and Destruction

A wildfire has swept into Malibu, California, destroying homes and prompting mandatory evacuations as firefighters battle to contain the blaze.

via The New York Times|

#environment #evacuations #firefighters

environment1 year ago

Southern California Wildfire: Residents Return to Devastation as Firefighters Gain Ground

Residents in California are returning to their neighborhoods to find their homes destroyed by a recent mountain wildfire, leaving many with only rubble and ashes. The fire has caused significant devastation, highlighting the ongoing challenges of wildfire management and recovery in the region.

via The New York Times|

#california #destruction #environment

real-estate2 years ago•1 min saved

Luxury Living: $2.4 Million Homes in California

A renovated 1922 bungalow in Los Angeles, California is on the market for $2.35 million, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a one-bedroom guesthouse on a 0.2-acre lot. Renovated by Barbara Bestor, the house boasts a living room with Douglas fir floors, a lofted family room, a brick fireplace, and a kitchen with custom-designed cabinetry and a center island. The property is located in Eagle Rock, near schools and main thoroughfares, and offers easy access to Pasadena, Glendale, and downtown Los Angeles.

via The New York Times|

#bungalow #california #homes

real-estate2 years ago•1 min saved

"California's $1.2 Million Homes: A Closer Look"

Three homes in California, including a three-bedroom house in Glendale, a Craftsman bungalow in San Francisco, and a two-bedroom condominium in a gated retirement community in Carmel, are listed for $1.2 million. The Glendale property, priced at $1.195 million, features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a recently updated interior, including a living room with high, beamed ceilings, a fireplace, and an updated kitchen with honed-marble counters.

via The New York Times|

#california #carmel #glendale

fire-incident2 years ago•0 min saved

"Multiple Homes Damaged in Lexington House Fire"

A large fire in the Masterson Station area of Lexington has resulted in three homes being completely destroyed, with the first house collapsing upon the arrival of the fire crews. The second home was fully engulfed, while the third had its attic on fire. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as the houses were unoccupied at the time of the incident.

via WKYT|

#construction #damage #fire