5 tools you MUST have at home

There are some tools that you must have at home, since, if something breaks or we need to adjust something, we will need said tools at hand. Whether you are a man or a woman, it is always necessary to have these tools at home, so you can use them in case of emergencies or necessity.

The first tool you must have at home is a hammer. Hammers are essential and basic, since we use them for many things, like when we need to hang a picture. Likewise, hammers usually come with its back curved so we can take nails out (in case we have hammered in the wrong place.) Moreover, if you have a hammer, it is recommended that you also buy some nails (and screws to use with the screwdriver). It is recommended you buy just a few nails and screws, since there are many sizes and it is better to buy the exact size you need, when you need it…

A second tool you must have is a screwdriver, or better, screwdrivers. There are many types and sizes of screwdrivers, so it is recommended you buy a set of screwdrivers or those who come with a support and you can change the tops of the screwdrivers.

Another tool you must have at home is a spanner. Just like the screwdrivers, the spanners come in different sizes, so you should also buy a set of them, or, if not, you may get an adjustable one (like the original) which, like the name says, it adapts.

The fourth tool you must have at home is the stripper and all its derivatives. There are many types of strippers that are used for different things, like cutting, adjusting, holding, etc. You may also choose to buy a whole kit or just a couple you may think will come in handy.

Last, a tool you cannot fail to have at home is the tape measure. This tool is used all the time and it is really handy; you will probably need it more than you think.

These are 5 tools you must have at home for sure. Then you may also need some glue and insulating tape, which may get you out of trouble (at least temporarily).

How to purge your radiators

As specialists recommend that gas stoves should be checked every year before you turn them on, it is also advised that you purge the radiators from your heating system too. Purging the radiators will enhance the performance of the radiators and it will help you keep your heating up and running, and it will help you avoid overspending in your utility bills.

Radiators tend to accumulate oxygen inside, and this causes them to provide less heat than they should. For this reason, it is better to purge your radiators (i.e. Take the oxygen out of them), so they can work properly and provide the necessary amount of heat so you survive on the cold weather (and you don’t waste money).

Purging a radiator is not difficult. Every radiator has a purging device (a small device located on the upper extremities of each radiator), which can be either automatic or manual.

If the purge device is automatic, you don’t need to do anything, since it will be done (as its name says) automatically.

Still, if it is manual, you will need to do the following in order to purge your radiator: First, you will need a screwdriver or a special tool (if the radiator has a special screw). In order to purge your radiator, (or taking out the excess of oxygen within it), you need to turn the purging device a bit (only a bit and slowly!) in order to take the oxygen inside the radiator. You should put a small recipient down the purging device, since after the oxygen is out, the water will probably start running (this is when you need to close the purging device). You shouldn’t turn the purging device too much, since you could cause a mess, and water may start going out in great amounts.

It is recommended that you start purging the radiators on the upper floors, if you have more than one floor in your house; otherwise, if you live on a one-story house, you should start purging the radiators that are closer to the boiler.

As you can see, purging your radiators is not a difficult task; it is only a matter of doing it carefully. So, if they are oxygen-free, your radiators will run (and heat) better.