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AWG Home Warranty Division Review

When a major home system or appliance breaks down, it can be a pain to find a trusted contractor and get the necessary repairs done in a timely and affordable manner. A home warranty can provide the protection you need if a major item unexpectedly breaks down. Keep reading this AWG Home Warranty review to determine if this home protection plan is right for you.
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What is Hydroseeding?

Hydroseeding is a convenient, cost-effective way to plant grass seed, but like seeding and laying sod, it has its pros and cons.
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How Much Does a Home Warranty Cost?

Home warranties keep you from paying out-of-pocket when your home systems or appliances fail. Keep reading to learn how much a home warranty costs, what it covers, and how to find the best one for your home.
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Nations Home Warranty Review

Home insurance doesn’t cover normal wear and tear on the systems and appliances that you use every day, so many homeowners seek out a home warranty to cover repairs and replacements on these items. Home service contracts can save you thousands on home repairs, and since the warranty provider pre-screens the technicians it hires, you won’t have to go through the process of searching out a contractor you can trust. Keep reading to learn more about Nations Home Warranty.
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Presto-X Pest Control Review

If you’re searching for top pest control companies, Presto-X, a division of global brand Rentokil, may have the right plans at the right price for you.
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Best Termite Killers

There are many different types of termite killers out there, from liquid termiticides to bait stations and foams. In this article, we’ll share the pros and cons of the top termite killers on the market.
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Massey Services Pest Control Review

If you’re worried about a pest invasion, it’s time to call a professional pest control company. Read our in-depth review to see if Massey Services is right for you.
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J.C. Ehrlich Pest Control Review

If you need pest control services, find out if J.C. Ehrlich may be right for you.
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Pivotal Home Solutions Review

If one of your essential home systems or appliances has ever broken down, you know the inconvenience and financial burden it can create. A home warranty can provide peace of mind and help protect you if a major item malfunctions or fails. Keep reading this Pivotal Home Solutions review to learn about coverage, plans, and pricing, and whether this company is right for you.
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TruGreen Review

Use our TruGreen review to make an informed decision on whether this lawn care expert is right for you. Learn the provider’s plans, pricing, and availability.
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Cross Country Home Warranty Review

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments you can make. With all of the home appliances and systems that can break down or malfunction, protecting your investment should be a top priority. Cinch Home Services, formerly known as Cross Country Home Warranty, can give you peace of mind and the comprehensive protection you need for your home. Read our review to learn more.
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TotalProtect Home Warranty Review (2021)

In this TotalProtect Home Warranty review, we detail plans, pricing, and reviews, and help you determine if this company is right for you.
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Is There a USAA Home Warranty?

Because it can be challenging to pick the right home warranty, the This Old House Reviews Team did the work for you and reviewed multiple companies on price, coverage, plans, and other factors. Keep reading this review to learn about USAA home protection plans.
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Family Rock Hunting Activity | This Old House: Live

Our in-house rock enthusiast, Mason Mark McCullough, has the perfect activity for families while they are at home: go on a rock scavenger hunt! Download our printable guide and start rock hunting.
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How Do You Get Rid of Termites?

There are several DIY ways to get rid of and prevent termites, but none are as effective as calling in a professional pest control company.
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SquareTrade Appliance Warranty Review

Read our SquareTrade appliance warranty review to learn about plans and pricing and to see how an appliance warranty can give you peace of mind.
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ServicePlus Home Warranty Review

ServicePlus Home Warranty is one of the best in the home warranty industry. Read our review to learn more about their plans, pricing, and coverage.
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National Home Warranty Review

In this National Home Warranty review, our Reviews Team examines the company’s coverage, plan options, prices, and more.
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How To Build a Birdhouse

Building a birdhouse is a simple woodworking project you can do with young children on a weekend. Here's how to do it with scrap wood.
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S18 E21: Paver Patio, Shoe Rack

Mark helps a couple install a concrete paver patio; Jenn discusses the common elements she includes in outdoor kitchen designs; Tom and Kevin build a combination bench/shoe rack out of fir decking.
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S41 E21: Shingled Out

In this episode, Tom and Charlie Silva install rounded-top windows in the breakfast room, and an easy-install roof shingle goes down. Roger Cook and Kevin O’Connor go fishing while Tom adds a custom diamond detail with the siding. Radiant heat goes in somewhere unexpected: the ceiling.
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How to Install Concrete Pavers

This Old House mason, Mark McCullough, helps a couple install a concrete paver patio in their backyard.
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How To Design an Outdoor Kitchen

Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada discusses the common elements she includes in outdoor kitchen designs.
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How To Build a DIY Shoe Rack Bench

Learn how to build a shoe rack bench with help from This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor.

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