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2021
*original article by Miriam Odegard on ActiveRainIs Your House Haunted?You’ve bought a new house – new to you, anyway. It’s a big rambling country estate with many rooms and three floors. Your dream house! You and your family move in and it’s paradise – for three days. But then, unexplained thing...
10/29/2021
Is It Time to Cut Down Your Tree?Autumn is a good time to do a number of things around the house. You’ve likely already started preparing for winter, trimming back some of your plants, and doing other maintenance tasks that are perfectly suited for brisk fall days. There may be at least one big ...
10/28/2021
Year-Round Savings With Ceiling FansIn general, people tend to think about air conditioners as a way to keep a home cool and heating units as a way to keep it warm. There’s nothing wrong with this line of thinking, of course. If you’re only relying on heaters and air conditioners to maintain the...
10/27/2021
A-door-able Updates!It goes without saying that your doors are an important part of your home. They provide security, help to control the temperature, and even play a big part in the overall look of your home. Your front door is one of the first things that people notice when coming to your home...
10/26/2021
Could Your Mailbox Use a Facelift?Your mailbox likely isn’t a feature of your home that you think about very often, but it can actually have a big impact on how people view your home. This is especially true if your mailbox is rusty, damaged, or otherwise has obviously seen better days. Giving y...
10/25/2021
Installing a Freestanding Stove? Safety First!A woodburning stove can be a great addition to your home. Not only do they provide non-electric sources of heat during the winter, but many people enjoy the dry heat provided by woodburning stoves and similar heaters and they aren’t limited to the ol...
10/22/2021
House Hacks to Keep Cold Air at Bay As summer slowly shifts to autumn, cooler days and chilly nights are just around the corner. While this can be a relief after the summer heat, it won’t be as much of a relief when your heating costs start stacking up. Fortunately, it’s possible to prepare in ...
10/20/2021
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How to Spice Up Your Cook Place Using Cherry Kitchen CabinetsWood is one of the most preferred materials in the kitchen. Many homeowners prefer using wood because of the numerous benefits that they get from them.On top of the list of the best cabinetry types are cherry kitchen cabinets. Cherry i...
10/19/2021
How to Clean Stubborn Stains and Molds on Your WallMold on your interior walls is not just unsightly; it may also pose a health risk to your family. Depending on the amount and location, its presence may indicate a more significant problem in your home, such as water penetration. You can't wait ...
10/18/2021
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4 Things to Look for in a New Backyard When Wanting to GardenWhat is it about a new home that makes us want to get out and do a little gardening? Whether you want to plant a few flowers or get a garden growing in the backyard, there is something about a new home that makes us crave a little dirt...
10/14/2021
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