The Casa Blog

A clean and fresh-smelling carpet in a nicely decorated living room.

Interiors

How to Get Rid of Carpet Smells A Complete DIY Guide

A smelly carpet can make an entire room feel unclean. This guide will help you diagnose the source of the odor—whether it's from moisture, pets, or general grime—and provide step-by-step instructions to eliminate it for good.

A vacuum cleaner with a burning smell problem

Appliances

How to Fix a Smoking Vacuum Cleaner and Burning Smell

A smoking vacuum or a burning smell is a serious warning sign. This guide walks you through the essential safety steps and troubleshooting, from simple fixes like a full bag or tangled brush roll to knowing when it's time to call a pro.

Comparison of mouse, rat, and bat droppings to help with identification

Pest Control

How To Safely Clean Up Mouse And Rat Droppings

Finding rodent droppings is a sure sign of an unwanted guest. This guide will walk you through how to safely identify, clean, and dispose of mouse or rat droppings while taking crucial steps to prevent them from coming back.

Exteriors

How to Clean Mold and Mildew From Your House Siding

Discovering mold or mildew on your home's siding can be alarming, but it's a common issue that's often fixable yourself. This guide will walk you through how to safely assess the growth, clean it effectively based on your siding type, and prevent it from coming back.

A swimming pool with green water due to an algae bloom

Outdoors

How to Get Rid of Pool and Spa Algae Fast

Discovering algae in your pool or spa is frustrating. This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying the severity of the bloom, treating it effectively with step-by-step instructions for both light and heavy infestations, and preventing it from ever coming back.

A thick ice dam with icicles formed on the edge of a residential roof

Exteriors

How to Safely Remove Roof Ice Buildup and Ice Dams

A heavy blanket of snow can look beautiful, but it often hides a serious threat to your home: ice dams. This guide explains what causes roof ice buildup, how to safely remove it yourself, and the crucial steps to prevent it from coming back.

A person blotting a fresh red wine stain on a beige carpet.

Interiors

How to Remove Almost Any Carpet Stain

Don't panic over that spilled wine or muddy footprint. This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying your carpet type and stain, then provides step-by-step instructions for removing oil, ink, and water-based stains from both natural and synthetic fibers.

Interiors

How to Remove Pet Hair from Furniture Like a Pro

We love our furry friends, but not the hair they leave behind. This guide walks you through the best methods for removing pet hair from any type of furniture, whether it's fabric, microfiber, or leather. Say goodbye to fur-covered couches for good!

Interiors

How to Remove Soot Stains From Your Fireplace

Soot stains can make your beautiful fireplace look old and dirty. This comprehensive guide walks you through how to safely and effectively clean soot from wood, gas, and electric fireplaces, as well as from brick, stone, and painted surrounds.