Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Avoiding cold showers can be trickyJan 30, 2024 4:00 pm - Q: Our family has an ongoing problem with shower temperature. Whenever someone takes a shower, everyone else must avoid using the plumbing. Flushing a toilet, turning...
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Warning signs of electrical problemsJan 16, 2024 7:34 pm - Homeowners know that owning a home provides a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Home ownership also can increase the chances individuals view their homes as a san...
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Buyer regrets not having home inspectionJan 16, 2024 4:37 pm - Q: We bought our first home during a sellers’ market, so we mistakenly agreed to an as-is purchase. Our real estate agent told us that a home inspection had already ...
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Five benefits to a Florida roomJan 19, 2024 6:57 am - Snowbirds heading south to escape cold winters is a phenomenon that has been popular for decades. Places like Florida often beckon vacationers and retirees who are eager ...
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Interior design updates for 2024Jan 02, 2024 8:20 pm - “Out with the old, in with the new” is a credo that doesn’t have to exclusively apply to the turn of the year. In fact, it often pays to keep early tabs on trends coming ...
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Inexpensive options for backup power for your houseJan 03, 2024 11:11 pm - Q: It's a hassle when the electricity goes off during a storm. I don't need to power the entire house. What reasonably priced options are available to keep the essent...
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When to bring in a professional organizerDec 24, 2023 11:46 pm - Skilled professional organizers have a unique talent and the expertise to create solutions for cluttered spaces and other overcrowded areas in a home. Although some may v...
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NARI of Greater Chicagoland announces officers and board of directors for 2024Dec 08, 2023 5:31 pm - Following its annual meeting, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) of Greater Chicagoland chapter announces its 2024 officers and board of director...
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East Dundee home receives special recognition in 2023 Chicago's Finest Painted Ladies CompetitionNov 30, 2023 3:10 pm - The "Chicago's Finest Painted Ladies & Her Court" competition, sponsored by the Chicago Paint & Coatings Association in Bloomindale, is pleased to announce those homes ...
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Two board factions causing chaos for management companyNov 24, 2023 6:00 am - By David Bendoff Q. The board of directors of our association is comprised of two factions. Each faction has a different agenda for the association. As a result, the ass...