6 Tips to prevent frozen gutters

That snowmelt drips into the gutter, and then freezes into ice in the below-freezing air temperatures now that it’s off the warmer roof. Over time, that ice builds up (it’s then called an ice dam), and water starts dripping over the edge and freezing, forming icicles.

The Best Ways To Get Rid of Ice Dams

1. Use hot water: Running hot water over the ice dam, gently, will melt it and allow the water to drain out through the gutters.
2. Install heat cable: You can have heat cables installed on the roof in the summertime which will then be there come cold weather to melt the ice dam for you.

1. Keep your gutters clean. If you have trees in your yard or neighborhood, the chances are that some leaves will end up in your gutters.
2. Consider salting your gutters.
3. Make sure your gutters are sloped.
4. Check your roof insulation.
5. Shovel your roof.
6. Roof maintenance.

Instead, consider a few of these helpful tips in preventing frost and ice buildup on the inside of your home windows:

1. Turn on Your Exhaust Fans:
2. Consider Two or Three Paned Glass Windows:
3. Use a Dehumidifier:
4. Check on Your Furnace/Water Heater:
5. Keep Your Home Sufficiently Warm:
6. Open The Curtains/Blinds:

How Often Should You Defrost Your Freezer?

1. Wait for Ice to Melt. The obvious method — Unplug it, open the door and wait for the ice to melt.
2. Use a Blow Dryer.
3. Use a Fan.
4. Set Bowls or Pans of Hot Water on the Shelves.
5. Heat a Metal Spatula.
6. Use a Hot Cloth and Rubbing Alcohol.
7. Scraping.
8. Use a Wet/Dry Vacuum.

Gutters and gutter guards do not cause ice dams. The real damage happens as the ice builds up and pushes against the roof shingles, finding a weak spot and getting underneath where it begins to melt and leak into your home. Your gutters are not completely innocent when it comes to the formation of ice dams, however.

The buildup of ice in your commercial freezer might look cool, but it’s not. There are a whole host of reasons, but simply put, frost and icing are bad because they cost money. Frost and icing can also cause freezer burn. This ultimately damages the integrity of food.

The freezer temperature may be set too low if the frost is light, snowy and seems to be everywhere. If the set temperatures of the appliance are too low, there isn’t a chance to remove the moisture from the air as the appliance cools. The moisture will turn to “snow” before the appliance starts the next cooling cycle.

Place towels on the floor to soak up any excess water and place bowls of boiling water in the freezer. The steam and heat from the water should soften the ice, making removal easier.

If your freezer is frosting over, it may be due to a broken door lid or gasket. If the gasket is damaged, it may be letting warm, moist air inside the freezer, which can result in frost when it comes in contact with the freezing cold surfaces inside.

You can place something, like a wedge, in the door to keep it open, if necessary. To speed up the process, you can put hot water in a spray bottle and spray it onto the ice. Then, mop it up with a towel. Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer to blow hot air into the freezer to melt the ice.

Wipe out as much as you can easily. If you’re cleaning up exploded soda like I was, it is fairly easy to get the majority of it in just a couple of swipes. You will be left with a frozen film of gunk which is where the hot water comes in. Use a clean rag dampened with hot water to clean the bottom of the freezer.

It’s a good idea to deep clean your freezer about once every two or three months. Here’s how to get the job done as painlessly as possible: Turn off the freezer and empty all the contents into a cooler to keep them cold while you work. Remove any drawers and detachable shelves and wash them in the sink.

You can also get a clean fridge with Clorox wipes or a fridge cleaner spray that contains diluted bleach. Once done, give the fridge one more quick rinse with hot, soapy water, especially if your fridge smells like bleach. You can also put an open container of baking soda in the fridge to neutralize the odor.

Clean the inside of the fridge with a solution of two tablespoons baking soda and one quart hot water. (Food absorbs odors, so it’s best to use unscented mild cleaners.) Rinse with a damp cloth, then dry with a towel. Soak the removable sections in the same solution; scrub, rinse, and dry.

What’s the correct way to use a Clorox wipe? Use enough of the product to keep a surface visibly wet for four minutes, and then rinse with water afterward if your surface will come into direct contact with food.

We are often asked “can you use bleach in a microwave?”, and the answer might surprise you. Plus, bleach can damage the plastic of your machine by making it brittle. Instead, use an antibacterial wipe (or damp cloth), along with a microwave-safe cleaning product, to keep your appliance clean and hygienic.

A great daily routine is to wipe down the fridge exterior, cabinets, and appliance exteriors with Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes. You can do this while you’re on the phone or cooking.

Hack #4: Cleaning With Window Cleaner Spray the inside of the microwave with window cleaner –– especially on baked-on, large spills. Place the bowl in the microwave and run it on high for about five minutes. Wait about five minutes and carefully remove the bowl. Note: It might be hot.

The mixture’s acidic properties may work better on tougher stains. Start by placing 1 cup of water, a few tablespoons vinegar, and a few slices of lemon in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on high for 2 minutes (or until the water boils). Then keep the door shut and let it steam the inside of your microwave for 15 minutes.

It isn’t common, but it can happen. Bubbles can’t form on a smooth surface, so if you’re microwaving liquid in a perfectly smooth container no bubbles will form (i.e. the liquid won’t boil) until it is jostled. This can cause it to “explode” into boiling when you open the microwave or try to remove the bowl.

This Magic Eraser is safe for most surfaces in and around your microwave. Firmly swipe across the desired surface and watch as food splatter and baked-on messes practically disappear.

Instructions:

1. Place the water and vinegar in a bowl and microwave on high until the mixture comes to a rolling boil and the window steams up.
2. Allow the microwave to cool for a few minutes, then wipe the interior down with the sponge or cloth.