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8 Simple and Easy Landscaping Ideas for People Who Hate Yard Work
Yards are meant for fun times — not chores. The point of having your own yard is to enjoy it, not be a slave to it. These easy landscaping ideas will give you more time for outdoor leisure instead of mowing and … Continue reading
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Tagged easy, grass, homeowner, landscape, maintenance, tips, value, work, yard
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Attic Cleaning: What You Can’t See Can Hurt You
Cleaning your attic removes allergens and respiratory irritants that can make your family sick. Attic cleaning probably isn’t your idea of a good time. But the dust, dander, and mold in that often-neglected room could be irritating your family’s lungs … Continue reading
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Tree Falls On Property Line: Who Pays? Who Picks Up the Pieces?
Who pays depends on numerous factors. When a neighbor’s tree falls over your property line, yell TIMBER, then call your insurance company. Home owners policies cover tree damage caused by perils like wind and winter storms. Most policies cover hauling … Continue reading
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7 Cleaning Tips for Keeping Your Home Spotless When Selling It
Drive off with the laundry. You don’t want buyers’ noses to detect your dirties. When your house is on the market, keeping it picture-perfect can be a wee bit stressful. But it is possible to keep your home show-ready while life … Continue reading
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Mold. Ugh. Here’s How to Kill It Forever
By the way, bleach doesn’t work. And don’t try to scrape it off, either. Ugh. Mold. It’s ugly. It’s tenacious. It’s the uninvited guest that keeps visiting — no matter how rude you are to it. But, unwittingly, you may be setting … Continue reading
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Tagged bathroom, clean, homeowner, kitchen, maintenance, mold, recaulk, remove, rid
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7 Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Home Cleaner Longer
Use humidity, a car product, and more ‘wow’ ideas to save cleaning time. When cleaning your home, why not do it in such a way that’ll keep your home cleaner with less effort? Here are 7 ways to keep your … Continue reading
Cleaning House: Secrets of a Truly Deep Clean
Deep clean your house and you’ll brighten rooms and help maintain your home’s value. Deep cleaning your house is that top-to-bottom, take-no-dust-bunny-prisoners, mother-in-law-quality cleaning that truly maintains the value of your home. Here are frequently overlooked areas that a little spit and polish … Continue reading
8 Spring Lawn Care Tasks You Need to Do Now
How to prepare your yard for spring so you can enjoy it more and work on it less. Temps might still be a long way from shorts and T-shirts, but if your soil is warming up, it’s time to tackle … Continue reading
Do’s and Don’ts of Flooring
What to consider — from durability to style — for what’s under foot. So many flooring choices, so little time to research which looks good, feels good, and lasts. No worries. We’ve sorted it out for you with a handy … Continue reading
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