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Posted on 04/14/2024
How to Maintain Your Wood-Burning Fireplace
For many, the fireplace is the focal point of the home. Whether you use it for heat or just for ambiance, a wood burning fireplace is an important feature that requires regular maintenance to function and keep everybody safe. Here are some tips for general maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace: Clean the Interior One of the simplest ways...
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Posted on 04/07/2024
Umbrella Plant & Other Toxic Indoor Trees Pet Owners Should Know
Unfortunately, many popular houseplants are toxic to pets. Many of the small tree varieties commonly grown as houseplants, like the umbrella plant, can make both humans and animals sick if ingested. Here is a basic guide to popular indoor trees pet owners should avoid: Umbrella Plant Umbrella plants are named for their whorl-pattern leaves creating a dense canopy...
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Posted on 03/31/2024
How mortgage works: A guide to the basics
Getting a mortgage is a major part of the homebuying...
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Posted on 03/24/2024
Storm door basics: How & why to get one for your home
Have you ever heard a tree branch slam into your front...
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Posted on 03/17/2024
Key reasons why a home appraisal is a necessity for home sellers
A home appraisal helps a property seller determine how...
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Posted on 03/10/2024
5 Building codes you should know
Engineers and architects adhere to building codes when...
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Posted on 03/03/2024
Sheltering at Home: How to Prepare for Extreme Weather
Sometimes when severe weather happens, the safest thing to do is remain indoors. However, for certain weather events with strong winds like tornadoes and hurricanes, there are some parts of your home that are safer than others. Here is a basic guide for how to shelter in your home to stay safe from extreme weather: Where to Shelter...
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Posted on 02/25/2024
4 Timeless fireplace designs for your home
When interior designers or architects design fireplaces,...
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Posted on 02/18/2024
Can You DIY Mid-Mod? Four Ideas to Try Out
Affectionately known as Mid-Mod, this mid-century interior design movement is heavily influenced by the angular, funky style of the middle of the 20th century. It takes the best of what the late 1950s and early 1960s had to offer and gives it a contemporary twist. Here are four DIY Mid-Mod home decor projects to try: DIY hairpin leg...
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Posted on 02/11/2024
Is there renters insurance for pets? Here's what pet owners should know
Animal lovers renting property might wonder whether they...
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Posted on 02/04/2024
How to Safely Enjoy Your Fireplace
A functional fireplace is an extremely sought-after feature in any home. Regardless of the climate, a fireplace can provide a special coziness and warmth for everyone to enjoy. However, it's important to practice fireplace safety habits and keep up with maintenance. Here are some basic tips for safely enjoying your fireplace at home: Minimize Soot Buildup Chimney sweeping...
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Posted on 01/28/2024
Adding a roof for your deck: What to consider
When planning upgrades for their outdoor space, many...
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