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Sep

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Before And After Tips When Dealing With A Disaster

Weather patterns across the United States seem to be getting more and more erratic. From tornadoes and earthquakes to flash floods and wild fires, there are many natural disasters that can quickly consume your home without warning. Because you never know when disaster might strike, it’s best to be prepared. Disaster insurance is the only precaution you can put in place to ensure compensation for your belongings and get your life back to normal as soon as possible. Below are the tips to take before misfortune strikes. Create An Inventory Most insurance agencies prefer if you include photographs of every…

10

Sep

By Lori Blank

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5 Cool Ideas For Green Home Remodeling

Every home seems to have a never-ending remodeling list. As you consider tackling your next project, it usually pays off if you also think about helping the environment. Green remodeling can last longer, utilize recycled materials and typically end up saving you money in the long run. Below are several environment-friendly ideas that will have your neighbors green with envy. 1. Rain Gardens Rain gardens are a shallow depressions in your yard planted with native shrubs and flowers. When there is a large rainfall, all the water rushes along roadways picking up dirt and pollutants along their way to drainage…

06

Sep

By Lori Blank

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How To Create The Perfect Garage Workshop

Most men, and even handy women, dream of a perfectly organized work space where their tools are orderly and they can tackle that list of home DIY projects. However, renovations can get put on hold because there's not a designated place to work. Tools are usually scattered throughout closets and the kitchen table serves as a workbench. You can create a space for all of your improvement projects by turning a section of your garage into a construction-friendly, wonderfully organized haven for your tools and home makeover endeavors. Below are easy steps to building the perfect garage workshop. Make Sure…

30

Aug

By Lori Blank

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7 Simple Steps To Finish Your Basement This Holiday Weekend

Not only does the Labor Day weekend signal a little time off work, but it also indicates a close to the summer season, which means it's time to get ready for colder weather. So get in the spirit of the long weekend and put the labor of love into your home by creating a cozy hideaway that your family can retreat to once the outdoors become too chilly. One of the best places to create this snug space is to mimic hibernating animals and go under ground — to the basement. Whether your lowest level needs a facelift or is…

23

Aug

By Lori Blank

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Preventing And Clearing Clogs In Your Home

You're brushing your teeth and you turn on the faucet. It's not draining and starts to back up. Here's the dilemma; do you spit and let it sit or run to the kitchen? One thing is for sure; having a clogged drain can be a major annoyance. Clogs not only frustrate a homeowner but they can be hard on your plumbing. The added pressure they create puts stress on your pipes and can shorten their lifespan. So end the issue by following the guidelines below. You'll learn how to prevent clogging and clear the ones you already have. No Food Down…

16

Aug

By Lori Blank

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Tips For Helping Your Kids Adjust To A New School

August means it's time to get your children ready for school once more. Picking out backpacks, going clothes shopping and finding all the right school supplies can be hectic enough. However, when you've moved and your children have to start all over in a new district, there's even more to worry about! Summer fun can make the sunny months fly by. It's easy to forget that with the beginning of school comes excitement and anxiety for your little ones — especially if they're starting out somewhere new. So help them get adjusted with the back-to-a-new-school strategies below. Explain Why You'll…

15

Aug

By Lori Blank

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Clever Ways To Pay For A Renovation Of Your Home

So you want to renovate your home, but you don't have the cash at the moment for the project and you don't qualify for a home equity line of credit? What can you do to get the money you need to upgrade your property? Here are a few creative solutions to the problem, so that you can find the money you need to fund your renovations. Take In A Renter If you have a spare bedroom or a basement suite, you can rent out your home for a while to help you save money toward the renovations. Taking in a…

09

Aug

By Lori Blank

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Quick Tips To Beat The Heat And Save On Your Electric Bill

Summer always brings with it a hard choice: Do you turn down the thermostat to stay cool and resign yourself to high power bills? Or, do you sweat it out to save some dough? If you've been struggling with this dilemma, don't fret. With a programmable thermostat, you can beat the heat and save money, too. They are easy to install and can save you over $100 a year. The key is that they have different temperature settings for certain times of the day. The latest models can be self-installed, are easy to program and can be controlled over the…

02

Aug

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5 Important Summer Deck Inspection Tips

Summer seems to be slipping away quickly. And, while you've hosted many barbecues on your back deck, you might not have had time to properly take care of it. August is the perfect month to conduct a deck inspection and make any repairs before the time comes to prepare it for winter. Below are tips on some issues to watch for and how to fix them. Inspect The Deck It's important to do a thorough inspection of your deck every summer. You don't want to step through a rotted board or have a railing break away from under you. Be sure…