Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Let me guess — you’re looking into the idea of solar energy for your home, but you’re wondering just how much it’s going to cost you to get your own solar panels. So what’s the truth? Is it going to put a huge gaping hole in you budget? Is it going to be just a…

It seems as though every spring, homeowners across the country are forced to confront the same age-old conundrum: how to keep their gutters from becoming clogged and malfunctioning. With the right gutter guards in place, dealing with clogged gutters can become a thing of the past—though finding the best gutter guards is the tricky part!…

Yikes, it’s wasp season, when these pesky creatures build their nests in our walls and eaves, wreaking havoc with their scary-looking stingers and unwelcome guests. We’ve all had encounters with them, and fortunately, now there’s an easy DIY solution that doesn’t involve chemical sprays, sticky traps, or other expensive store-bought treatments. In this post, we’ll…

Square shingles are one of the most popular ways to roof a house or other structure. Not only are they relatively affordable, but they also offer excellent protection against weather, debris and pests. That’s why it’s so important to know how much a square of shingles might cost so you can budget for your roofing…

If spider-catcher is your middle name and you seem to have the ability to hit them with a shoe right out of your dreams, you’re likely part of the ever-growing population of people who just can’t stand spiders. Unfortunately, spiders find their way into our homes, no matter how much we try to keep them…

Are you feeling overwhelmed and time-starved trying to assess where to purchase the best sod for your lawn or garden? Have you ever felt exasperated by all the misinformation or slight of hand out there when it comes to finding quality sod? We’ve all been there. That’s why we have written this comprehensive guide to…

When you’re looking for a quick and easy option for turf repair or to spice up your yard, spray-on grass seed can be a great choice. Often faster, less expensive, and less labor intensive than traditional turf installation, spray-on grass seed can get the job done in a snap! But before you start spraying, there…

We’ve all heard the phrase “sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!”, but how much do you really know about bed bugs? These pesky little critters can quickly make themselves at home in your bed, and when they do, you’ll want to get rid of them fast. But first, do you even know what…

People often assume that fixing a dishwasher with water in the bottom is a hopeless endeavor. After all, it’s a difficult technical issue, and the repair cost often prohibits attempting the fix yourself. Well, we’re here to tell you that doesn’t have to be the case! With the right tools and enough determination, it’s possible…

If you’ve ever experienced the incessant itching and swelling that comes with a flea bite, you know how incredibly annoying it can be! But before you can truly treat the flea bite, you need to accurately identify what type of flea you are dealing with. While there are various species of fleas, they all share…