New Century, Kan. – September 18, 2026 -- As homeowners winterize furnaces, gutters and vehicles, Morgan's Repellent is urging property owners to add rodent prevention to the fall checklist, warning that most standard homeowners insurance policies do not cover rodent damage.

Tulsa – September 18, 2026 -- Tulsa-area homeowners facing triple-digit September heat followed by sudden cold fronts can cut utility bills using smart thermostats, according to Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, a home services company based in Glenpool, Oklahoma.

Somerset, Ky. – – September 18, 2026 -- Homeowners planning a renovation often ask for a price per square foot, but a new HelloNation article argues that number rarely tells the full story. The piece features insights from Construction Expert Jon-Brent Bernard of Secure Structure in Somerset, Kentucky, on why remodeling budgets vary so widely even for similar-looking projects.

Elizabethtown – September 18, 2026 -- Patrick Clark of Clark Jewelers in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, says jewelry owners can protect their rings, necklaces, and bracelets without expensive products or complicated routines, just consistent daily habits.

Avon, Ohio – September 18, 2026 -- A new national survey finds that 63% of homeowners rate their storm preparedness a 7 out of 10 or higher, yet most still reach for the wrong repair tools once damage actually occurs. The T-Rex® Tape Storm Readiness Report, based on a September 2026 poll of 1,000 homeowners conducted by T-Rex® Brand, found 48% have tested batteries for emergency devices and 45% have trimmed trees around their homes as part of storm prep.

Rapid City – September 18, 2026 -- Strider Bikes has launched the Strider Baby Balance Bike, a toy designed for infants aged 0 to 18 months that transitions from tummy-time play to early walking support.

The bike doubles as a sensory toy before babies can even sit up.

The design features raised letters, numbers and shapes on the wheels, giving babies tactile stimulation during tummy time. Once infants can sit independently, they can spin the wheels and twist the textured handlebars to explore how the toy moves.

Chapin, S.C. – September 18, 2026 -- A high summer energy bill rarely comes from one single problem, according to HVAC experts Rick Liberti and Jon McCartha of Mid-State Heating and Air LLC in Chapin, South Carolina. Their insights, featured in a new HelloNation article, break down the everyday household issues that push cooling costs higher during peak heat.

Sterling, Va. – September 18, 2026 -- Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air is urging Northern Virginia homeowners to complete a short list of fall maintenance tasks before freezing temperatures arrive, warning that delays can lead to costly winter emergencies like burst pipes and heating failures.

St. Louis – September 17, 2026 -- A fireplace update can change the entire feel of a living room for less than the cost of a kitchen or bathroom remodel, according to a new HelloNation article featuring insights from Fireplace Expert John Bubenik of The Color Craftsmen in St. Louis, Missouri.

Denison, Texas – September 17, 2026 -- Homeowners near Lake Texoma are being urged to inspect shingles, gutters, flashing, and attic spaces after severe storms to catch damage before it worsens, according to a HelloNation article featuring roofing expert Cody Slagle of Denison, Texas.

Shingles show the first signs of storm damage

Slagle notes that shingles are often the first area to reveal problems after heavy wind or hail. Cracked or lifted shingles can indicate the storm pushed them out of place, and scattered hail may mark several roof slopes at once.