Patrick Adams
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Patrick Adams is a freelance writer from Sydney. When he is not writing about home improvement, he loves to play his guitar. More than anything, he loves to spend his time in his garage, repairing appliances and creating stuff from wood.
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4 Top Eco-Friendly Carpet Cleaning Hacks
Living in a clean home and taking care of your health and the environment is a noble goal that all of us should strive for. By changing our simple, everyday habits we can accomplish, and contribute a lot. From mere products we use to keep us and our home clean, we can observe, and conclude that natural beats artificial. Natural products help us and the environment, and supporting such industries is our way of making a difference. Without further ado, let us get started.
By Patrick Adams3 years ago in 01
6 Tips for Savvy First-Home Buyers
Purchasing your first home is an exciting and potentially overwhelming process. There is so much to consider – from finding the right property to securing finance, to making sure you don’t overlook any important details in the contract. It’s no wonder that first-home buyers often feel like they need a crash course in real estate before they take the plunge.
By Patrick Adams3 years ago in Families
Moving Checklist: Move to a New House with Ease
Moving can oftentimes be a stressful endeavour. However, if you’ve never moved before, you might have heard horror stories from friends and relatives that are making you afraid of this big step. The truth is that there is no need to be scared if you manage to organize yourself properly. With that in mind, here are a few tips that will make moving to your new home a breeze.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in Lifehack
What to Look for When Investing In Commercial Real Estate
Having any amount of extra cash lying around can evoke a, much needed, sense of security, success, and happiness. Money isn't made to be left lying around. Opportunity costs can rise and addon on with each passing day. You probably heard the phrase that you need to spend money to earn money, and nowhere is it more accurate than when it comes to real estate investments. Property and safe investment is something we all strive for, and such a concept has plenty of practical know-how and experience behind it. Here are some of the distilled tips for you to get started.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in 01
5 Most Common Problems of Strata Living
Strata living comes with a lot of benefits. You are more connected to people, you pay less, share costs, and you are secure. Besides, you aren't alone and you can enjoy the many luxuries of this kind of living. On the other hand, it also has some challenges. You will face some obstacles in your community, but worry not – they are all fixable! Being aware of them before you move in could help you get there more prepared. Here are some of the most common strata living problems.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in Lifehack
How to Keep Your Brain Young and Healthy
We usually take our quick and sharp brain for granted, however, it ages just like the rest of our body. Sooner or later, most of us will all experience those moments where we can’t recall a relative’s birthday or don’t remember why we walked into a room. However, you don’t have to just sit back and watch your cognition decline. Here are a few things you should do to keep your brain young and healthy well into your senior years.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in Longevity
Best Natural Ways to Control Pests In Your Household
Every household has its least favourable visitors and, in most homes, these are the pests. These tireless creatures can ruin your day, but they can also ruin parts of your home! Insects, mice, or termites are all pretty annoying and really unhealthy to be around. However, getting rid of them can be harmful as well, especially if you use strong and toxic chemicals to do so. That is why you should consider trying out some of the natural ways to control pests in your home.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in Lifehack
Tricks to Boost Your Old House Value
Boosting the value of an old house is not as easy as it seems. On the one hand, every improvement that you make can increase the total value but the increasing value is never a true objective. It comes down to getting a great ROI and for a lot of projects, the money invested will not give a positive return. Still, without these investments, it will be nearly impossible (if not completely impossible) to sell the place.
By Patrick Adams4 years ago in Lifehack
How to Choose the Right Scissor Lift that will Fit Your Project
If you need a safe and quick way to reach high and difficult-to-reach places without using scaffolding, scissor lifts are an ideal solution for you. Regardless of whether you need to do interior or exterior works at height, these machines are some of the most typical machines used for these projects. Maintenance, installation, renovation – everything can be done with this aerial platform lift.
By Patrick Adams5 years ago in Lifehack
Reasons Meat Is Important Part of Your Diet
As we all know, veganism is trending and more and more people have convinced themselves that having a plant-based diet is better for you. What they don't know is that they are likely to experience multiple vitamin deficiencies as well as suffer from being fatigued and having decreased brain volume.
By Patrick Adams5 years ago in Longevity
8 Must-Have Items for Every Medical Laboratory
Medical equipment isn’t cheap nowadays, so professionals need to choose wisely how to furbish their laboratories. Furthermore, technology is advancing fast, so the laboratory should be as modern as possible, containing gadgets that speed up all sorts of analyses. In this sense, there are at least 8 must-have pieces of equipment every medical laboratory should feature.
By Patrick Adams5 years ago in Journal
6 Most Important Conveyor System Maintenance Tips
Conveyor systems might look simple but every mechanic can tell you they complex on the inside, just like a car. Proper maintenance is, therefore, essential if you wish your conveyor to run smoothly in the years to come. Luckily, there are 6 smart tips that promise to improve the maintenance record of your conveyor system.
By Patrick Adams5 years ago in Journal
