Four Tips for Handling Fruit Flies in Your Apartment

January 11, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re like most people, then you don’t find fruit flies particularly pleasant. That’s why, if you see them in your apartment, you might feel the urge to get rid of them before they become a bigger issue. Fruit flies can be especially bothersome since they multiply rapidly, which can mean approximately 500 eggs near…

Do You Need to Remove Snow from Your Balcony?

January 6, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

You probably know that it’s important to shovel snow from sidewalks and driveways, but you might be unaware that shoveling snow from your apartment’s balcony can also be helpful. In fact, depending on your lease and what type of balcony you have, you might need to remove snow from it to prevent balcony damage. Below,…

How to Safely Shovel Snow

December 7, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it’s your responsibility to shovel snow near your apartment, there are some safety tips you should keep in mind. Although you may want to shovel quickly so you don’t spend a ton of time laboring to create a clear, safe path from your front door to the outside world, it’s essential to work gradually…

DIY Guide on How to Unclog Drains

September 23, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Unclogging a toilet is easy, but what about sinks and showers? Sometimes you’ll want a landlord or plumber’s help, but you can also do it yourself with a few inexpensive tricks. Here’s a DIY guide on how to unclog your drains. Check the garbage disposal One of the most common causes of a blocked kitchen…

Sustainable Living: Should You Hang-Dry Your Clothes Instead of Using Your Dryer?

September 8, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Sustainable Apartment Life series, we look at how tenants and homeowners are changing their apartments to be more sustainable. If you want to be environmentally friendly and take steps to adopt an energy-efficient lifestyle, hang-drying your clothes could be an excellent way to start. But is doing so right for you, or will…

Pros and Cons: Living Alone vs. With Roommates

September 3, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. If you’re ready to move into an apartment, choosing whether to live alone or with roommates is an important decision to consider based on your personality and finances. Find some clarity on this…

Sustainable Apartment Life: How to Replace Paper Towels with Reusable Cloths

August 27, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Sustainable Apartment Life series, we look at how tenants and homeowners are changing to their apartments to be more sustainable. If you want to be environmentally friendly and take steps to adopt a zero-waste lifestyle, using reusable napkins, dishcloths, and cleaning rags instead of paper towels is a good way to start. You…

Three Key COVID-19 Roommate Tips

July 20, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Although people are going to beaches and, in some states, bars and clubs now that summer has arrived, the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over. In fact, cases have now become more prevalent among younger people than older people. If you live with roommates, the spread of COVID-19 among younger people might have you worrying…

How to Clean Your Sink and Toilet

July 16, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Everyone loves a clean bathroom, but not everyone loves actually cleaning their bathroom. Not that a thorough cleaning has to be difficult or laborious – if you start your bathroom cleaning routine with your sink and toilet, you can quickly complete the first steps toward achieving the clean bathroom you’re seeking. How to clean your…

How to Clean a Shower

July 9, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Showers can get gross quickly. They easily gather grime, not to mention mold, which can make them feel exactly the opposite of hygienic. Worse yet, achieving a clean shower can often feel like one of the most challenging parts of cleaning your bathroom. That said, with just a few simple bathroom cleaning tools and solutions…