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Tag Archives: maintenance
You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money
Save your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage. You can’t swing a tool belt without hitting a website or TV network offering tips on taking care of your digs. Save money by watering your lawn at … Continue reading
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12 Simple Home Repair Jobs to Lift You Out of Winter’s Funk
Like that annoying squeaky floor board. Easy as tossing a ball to fix! Accomplishments — even little ones — go a long way toward a sunny outlook. Fortunately, there are plenty of easy, quick home repair chores you can do when you’re … Continue reading
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Winter Prep Now for No Regrets Later
A winter-ready yard will be easier on you — and your wallet. It’s easy to get so wrapped up in leaf peeping and other outdoorsy fun that you cut back on pre-winter home maintenance. But doing basic tasks now could … Continue reading
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Should You Rake Leaves or Just Leave Them?
Is raking up your leaves and taking them to the dump really the best course of action? Every year as autumn rolls in and temperatures and leaves start to fall, homeowners are left with the same question: What do I do … Continue reading
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6 Tasks That Every Smart Homeowner Does in October
Why now’s the perfect time to replace appliances. The temps are starting to drop, and the smell of wood smoke is in the air. That’s when veteran homeowners know it’s time to do these six things if they want to avoid … Continue reading
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13 Home Trends to Watch for 2022
While buyers are still seeking homes that offer safe, enjoyable shelter, new wish list items are emerging that give houses better design and function. Home design trends that are expected to loom large in 2022 are an evolution of what … Continue reading
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December Home Maintenance
Quick-and-easy tasks that’ll brighten up your interior. December. The year’s coming to an end. Time to do four small tasks for a bright (and money-saving) new year.#1 Clean Light Bulbs and Fixtures Two great reasons to clean your light bulbs: … Continue reading
November Home Maintenance
With the holidays coming at you fast and furious, you want to be sure your home is cozy, but with that fresh-as-spring feel — as opposed to that musty-damp-winter feel. Here’s how to make that happen (along with a few … Continue reading
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