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Addressing Mold Issues in Your Home
It’s pretty common to have mold somewhere in your house. Sometimes, the problem is simple enough to tackle with regular cleaning products from the supermarket. However, there may be times when you need to call in the pros for help. Either way, it’s crucial to combat the situation ASAP, as mold growth can lead to serious illnesses. Here's what you need to know and do to protect your family and your home.
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How to Pressure Wash Your Windows
You’d be surprised how much difference having clean windows can make with your home. But window washing actually isn’t an easy task, especially if you have multiple floors. Here is how to pressure wash windows to achieve sparkling results.
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How to Get Rid of Frogs in Your Yard
Frogs can be an adorable addition to your yard or garden—or they can be a headache. As a homeowner, you’ll have to decide if you want to keep frogs away or not. Here are some tips on what to do if frogs are hopping around your property.
7 Best Curb Appeal Ideas That Will Sell Your Home
If your house looks rundown or just plain old unremarkable on the outside, chances are, buyers won’t want to stop and look inside. Here are our tried and true tips to dramatically improve curb appeal so you can confidently sell your home.
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Understanding Vapor and Moisture Barriers for the Home
Moisture is one of the home’s worst enemies. It can lurk in almost any area, especially in bathrooms, kitchens, crawl spaces, attics, walls, and basements. Vapor and moisture barriers are a way to control moisture and keep mold and corrosion at bay.
How Do Home Improvements Impact Your Taxes?
If you’ve recently made updates to your house, you may be wondering if you’re eligible for a tax break. Depending on the type of changes or renovations you’ve implemented, you might get a little extra help from the government on your home upgrade.
24 Essential Tasks to Include on Your Winter Cleaning Checklist
You’ve heard of spring cleaning. But did you know that winter cleaning is just as important? To minimize clutter, keep pests out, and maintain fresh air in your home all season long, you’ll want to make sure to cross each of these areas off your winter cleaning checklist.
Tips for Getting Your House Ready for the Holidays
Are you hosting the family gathering this year? Here are a few ways to whip your house into shape so you won’t have to worry about mishaps arising while guests are visiting.
How to Prepare For a Home Inspection
When selling your home, you’re not required to get a home inspection. But as the seller, you can preemptively address issues head-on to avoid hiccups in the sales process. Here are some key areas to focus on fixing before the inspector arrives.
How to Eliminate Dryer Odors
You know it’s not time yet to replace your dryer, but there’s a stench coming from it that makes you want to buy another one. No need to spring for a brand-new appliance. We’ll show you how to remove the smell from a dryer for next to nothing.