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Marvelous ideas for your mudroom

What is a mudroom anyway? For some, it’s an automatic dumping ground for hats, umbrellas, and boots at the end of a long day.

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New homeowner? Watch for warning signs from these home systems

The first few weeks of home ownership can be stressful. As you familiarize yourself with the various systems in the house, you may become aware of problems that weren’t obvious when the purchase of… Read More

How to close your pool for the season

Fall is inching toward us. It’s time to start preparations, and one of the biggest things to tackle is your large outdoor equipment, like your in-ground pool. Our tips below will show you how to… Read More

What does a water softener do?

Your water supply may contain minerals like magnesium and calcium, which can enter your home and wreak havoc over time. Water softeners can reduce the effects of these minerals, potentially extending… Read More

How to save water on your lawn and garden

We all want a luscious lawn and flourishing garden — but not the high water bill that comes with it. Here are some environmentally-conscious ways to help your green space and wallet thrive, even… Read More

A Dusting Conundrum: Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans—can’t live without them, don’t want to clean them. They should just spin off the dust anyway… right? It's sad to say, but ceiling fans are not self-cleaning, so they tend to get… Read More

10 Things You Should Never Flush Down Your Toilet

Your home’s plumbing system is one of life’s most essential modern-day conveniences, but when it’s used incorrectly, it can cause major malfunctions that are expensive to fix. If you want to keep… Read More

What Is a Home Warranty and Do You Need One?

If you’re reading an article about home warranties, there’s a good chance you either own a home and are considering getting a home warranty, or your home came with one and you want to learn more… Read More

FREEZE! Or Better Yet, Keep Your Ice Machine Working

Ah, ice. If you’re lucky, you no longer have to fill trays with water, carry them to the freezer (without spilling) and wait for them to harden. You have a built-in icemaker working day and night to… Read More
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