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Elyssa at WhirLocal5 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Restoration CompanyNov. 17th, 2022

5 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Restoration Company

If your home has been damaged by a fire, flood, or other disasters, it's important to hire a restoration company as soon as possible. However, before you do that, there are some things you should consider. 1. What Is Their Experience? When looking for a restoration company, one of the first things you should consider is their experience. How long have they been in business? What kind of disasters have they dealt with in the past? Do they have experience dealing with your specific type of …
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhat to Know About TMJ DisordersNov. 15th, 2022

What to Know About TMJ Disorders

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are a group of conditions that involve your jaw muscles and joints. TMJ disorders range in symptoms and severity, including jaw pain, earaches, headaches, or popping sensations when you open or close your mouth. Let’s go over the symptoms and potential causes of TMJ disorders, in addition to deciding when to see a doctor. What are TMJ Disorders? Your jaw has two temporomandibular joints that connect it to your skull—one on either side of you…
Elyssa at WhirLocalAdopt a Senior Pet Month: Benefits of Adopting Older PetsNov. 12th, 2022

Adopt a Senior Pet Month: Benefits of Adopting Older Pets

November is "Adopt a Senior Pet Month" and the perfect time to celebrate older adoptees. Senior pets often spend more time in shelters than their younger counterparts, but many potential adopters don't realize the advantages of adopting older animals. Let's go over a few benefits! Yes, Older Dogs Learn New Tricks Focus is one of the main issues when humans train dogs. From there, simple repetition is all it takes to get a few lessons across. The issue is getting a young dog or cat to …
Elyssa at WhirLocalBuilding Your Small Business Blog: Where to Find Great Topic IdeasNov. 10th, 2022

Building Your Small Business Blog: Where to Find Great Topic Ideas

You know that having a blog on your small business website is a smart idea. After all, it helps with SEO and positions you as an industry expert. However, coming up with blog topics can be incredibly challenging. While you will likely be able to generate a dozen or more topics off the top of your head, you’ll eventually hit a roadblock. Luckily, there are plenty of great resources available. These give you enough ideas for your blog posts for the foreseeable future. Do an Online Search …
Elyssa at WhirLocalCommon In-Season Vegetables to Eat This WinterNov. 8th, 2022

Common In-Season Vegetables to Eat This Winter

Getting your daily dose of vegetables is essential, but it's also important to consume in-season vegetables. Vegetables that are in season are not only flavorful and widely available, but they also offer great nutrition. 1. Brussel Sprouts Brussel sprouts are cruciferous vegetables that may protect against certain cancers like stomach, lung, kidney, and breast cancer. These delicious and crunchy vegetables may even help combat certain health issues like high blood pressure, high cholester…
Elyssa at WhirLocalSimple Ways to Increase Your Home's ValueNov. 5th, 2022

Simple Ways to Increase Your Home's Value

If you’re looking to sell your house in the future and want a strong return on your investment, you’re likely trying to figure out how to increase its value. There are a lot of factors that can go into increasing the value of a home, from something as big as a kitchen remodel or as small as repainting a room. Let’s go over a few simple tips for increasing your home’s value! 1. Have Your Home Inspected Getting your home inspected by a professional can help you become aware of any n…
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhat Google's Latest SEO Update Is All AboutNov. 3rd, 2022

What Google's Latest SEO Update Is All About

There are many who proclaim that SEO is dead and there is enough circumstantial evidence for them to back up this claim. The rise of video content, particularly short from video, has drastically changed the way people consume knowledge on the internet. So while people may have searched for something they had a question about on Google first, these days you might find them searching on YouTube or even TikTok first. There’s no denying that the way people consume knowledge on the internet has…
Elyssa at WhirLocalWays to Support a Loved One Living With Alzheimer'sNov. 1st, 2022

Ways to Support a Loved One Living With Alzheimer's

Few diseases are as heartbreaking as Alzheimer's. The disease's progressive nature slowly robs sufferers of their memories, often leaving them confused and frightened. Watching a loved one struggle with Alzheimer's can devastate family and friends. November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. Here are a few ways to support a loved one that has Alzheimer's disease. 1. Offer Practical Help Providing practical help includes offering to handle some of t…
Elyssa at WhirLocalCan Pets Be 100% Hypoallergenic?Oct. 29th, 2022

Can Pets Be 100% Hypoallergenic?

For people with pet allergies, the idea of finding a hypoallergenic pet can be encouraging. However, are “hypoallergenic animals” really hypoallergenic, and do they really make a difference for people with allergies? Let’s go into some of the basic information (and misinformation) about these animals. What Defines “Hypoallergenic” Pets? The term hypoallergenic is used to describe animals that are considered less likely to cause an allergic reaction in people, such as sneezin…
Elyssa at WhirLocalHow to Maintain Your Garbage DisposalOct. 27th, 2022

How to Maintain Your Garbage Disposal

Maintaining the health of your garbage disposal is important to keep it in good working order, and it reduces the costs associated with having to call in a professional for future repairs or replacements. Add these easy-to-remember steps to your kitchen-cleaning checklist to ensure that your garbage disposal smoothly functions for years to come. Clean It Regularly Frequently cleaning your garbage disposal quickly removes food and other waste that may cause sludge buildup and clogging issu…
Elyssa at WhirLocal7 Link Building Strategies for Small Businesses That Deliver ResultsOct. 25th, 2022

7 Link Building Strategies for Small Businesses That Deliver Results

How do you get more traffic and boost your website’s visibility in the search engines? Link building is a proven way to accomplish both! It will not only increase the chances that someone comes across a link to your website, but it also adds to your reputation factor in the search engines, giving you a boost in the search engine rankings. With that in mind, what link-building strategies should your small business use? Consider the following strategies, all of which can be done with v…
Elyssa at WhirLocal5 Benefits of Working With a Personal TrainerOct. 22nd, 2022

5 Benefits of Working With a Personal Trainer

When it comes to working out, many different options are available. Some people work out independently, while others prefer to join a gym or fitness class. And then some opt to work with a personal trainer. While it may seem like an extra expense, there are several benefits to working with a personal trainer. Below are five of the most notable benefits. 1. Expertise and Guidance One of the biggest benefits of working with a personal trainer is gaining access to their expertise and guidanc…
Elyssa at WhirLocalGetting Your HVAC System Ready for WinterOct. 20th, 2022

Getting Your HVAC System Ready for Winter

It’s starting to cool down outside, and it’s time to take a look at your heating and air conditioning (HVAC) system if you haven’t already. HVAC systems usually don’t get the attention they deserve until the first signs of cold weather start to hit, and it’s important to take care of them now so you can be prepared for colder days ahead. Let’s take a look at a few HVAC maintenance tips that will help you prep your system for winter. Change the Filter Believe it or not, the air…
Elyssa at WhirLocalOctober is National Eat Better Eat Together Month!Oct. 18th, 2022

October is National Eat Better Eat Together Month!

This October, it’s more important than ever to focus on healthy eating. That’s because October is National Eat Better Eat Together Month! This is the perfect opportunity for families and friends to meet together at the table and enjoy good food that is both healthy and delicious. Eating Together as a Family If you’re looking for ways to make the most of National Eat Better Eat Together Month, here are a few ideas: Make a point to slow down and eat together as a family at t…
Elyssa at WhirLocal6 Bedtime Routine Activities to Help You Fall AsleepOct. 15th, 2022

6 Bedtime Routine Activities to Help You Fall Asleep

At the end of a long day, you’re probably looking forward to some rest. While you might not consider winding down before bed to be crucial, it’s actually an important part of your sleep routine! Get ready for a good night’s sleep after your busy day with these six activities to help you relax before bed. Turn Off Screens The bright light from your phone, computer, and TV can have a negative impact on your sleep quality and keep you up at night. Try to limit your screen time in the l…
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhy You Should Focus on Local SEO in 2022Oct. 13th, 2022

Why You Should Focus on Local SEO in 2022

What comes to your mind when you think of SEO? For most, the answer is a combination of content marketing and keywords. To say that this is a narrow view of SEO, particularly in 2022, wouldn’t entirely be inaccurate. While it’s true that conventional SEO is still as important today as it was many, many years ago, there's another element that businesses should focus on, one that has significant potential to bring in a lot more customers. Interestingly, it has little to do with th…
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhy Exhaust Fans Should Vent OutsideOct. 11th, 2022

Why Exhaust Fans Should Vent Outside

When you turn on your stove top burner or open your oven door, gases and heat escape. Most of these are invisible, such as carbon dioxide and water vapor, but some you can see—like smoke from cooking oil. Whether you see them or not, they're all released into your kitchen, making it very unpleasant to be in there for long periods. That's why it's important to have an exhaust fan that vents outside. 1. Remove Moisture and Humidity From the Home Exhaust fans are critical for removing …
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhy Dermatology Should Be Part of Your Regular HealthcareOct. 7th, 2022

Why Dermatology Should Be Part of Your Regular Healthcare

There are many reasons why dermatology should be considered an important part of your healthcare. A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in the study and treatment of skin conditions, such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea. A dermatologist can also help diagnose skin cancer or other serious conditions that can occur on the skin. Here are five reasons why you should consider visiting a dermatologist. Acne Acne is a very common skin condition that can affect people of…
Elyssa at WhirLocalWhat are "Aging in Place" Services?Oct. 6th, 2022

What are "Aging in Place" Services?

Aging-in-place services are becoming more and more popular as a senior-care option. What are these services, and what do they entail? Here, we will discuss the basics of aging-in-place services and what they can do for you or your loved one. About "Aging in Place" Services Aging-in-place services help seniors stay in their homes for as long as possible. This can include anything from simple housekeeping and yard work to more complex needs like transportation and home modifications. …
Elyssa at WhirLocalTop 5 Online Marketing Strategies For Small BusinessesOct. 4th, 2022

Top 5 Online Marketing Strategies For Small Businesses

Marketing is essential for any business. You need to put your message in front of the desired audience in order to grow the business substantially. Marketing has evolved significantly over the past few decades. Online or digital marketing in particular has revolutionized the way businesses reach out to prospects, nurture leads, and close sales. At its core, online marketing is no different than placing an ad in a local newspaper or putting up a billboard. However, both of those options ma…
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