Real Estate
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New Arlington Heights row houses include premium featuresDec 03, 2009 10:00 pm - Whether you board the train or drive to work, Arlington Reserve offers a commuter-friendly location with quick access to I-90 and the Metra station. The maintenance-fre...
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Inspect latches, areas around a door to prevent air leaksDec 03, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. Both my front and back doors are the original ones and are drafty. One is wood and one is steel. I would like to improve their efficiency without having to replace th...
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After a thorough inspection, keep pests outside, where they belongDec 03, 2009 10:00 pm - If your home is warm and cozy, then everyone wants to come inside, including the pests. But most of us draw the line at squirrels, mice and bugs! Here are some great way...
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Learn how hard holiday candy is made at Winfield's Klline Creek FarmNov 28, 2009 10:00 pm - Freebie 'Candy for the Holidays' Learn how bright, colorful hard candies are made from scratch at Kline Creek Farm's "Candy for the Holidays" program. See the ...
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Replacement windows can be installed without harming sidingNov 28, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. Our house is 25 years old, and the original windows are very drafty, making the house hard to heat in the winter. I want to put in new windows to improve this, but I ...
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Real estate agents deserve commission for their workNov 28, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. We are planning to list our home for sale with a real estate agent who we have known for several years; she has shown us homes from time to time. On my own time, I re...
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Area communities offer up homes to get you in the holiday spiritNov 27, 2009 10:00 pm - Oh what fun it is to look at homes all decked out for the holidays. Get in the spirit and join the fun as several area house walks showcase homes in a variety of styles ...
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American Indians shared more than turkey with PilgrimsNov 26, 2009 10:00 pm - The first Pilgrims built their township at Plymouth Rock on land that was given to them by a local tribe. Q. When the first Pilgrims came to America, how did they divide...
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Rebuilding wood is tricky, but these tips can help make it less soNov 26, 2009 10:00 pm - Wood is used for many parts of our homes, and it probably always will be. But what do you do when the wood rots? It's best to keep it sealed and protected, but sometimes...
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Efficient stoves heat well burning corn or wood pelletsNov 26, 2009 10:00 pm - Q. I am tired of hauling wood indoors for my fireplace. I saw pellet and corn stoves at my home center store and they sell the pellets there. Are they convenient to use ...