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Why an insulated attic is a good attic

Metro Creative Connection
Jul 22, 2026 6:27 pm - Attic insulation may not be as glamorous as a room remodel, but it is an important component of a safe, comfortable and energy-efficient home.
New law requires HOAs to adopt, follow collection policy

By Matthew Moodhe
Jul 22, 2026 5:49 pm - Illinois Senate Bill 3527 requires condo and community associations to adopt written collection policies before pursuing legal action. It is expected to go into effect Jan. 1, 2027.
You’re probably not washing these household fabrics often enough

By Jolie Kerr
Jul 21, 2026 4:27 pm - Most of us aren’t washing common household fabrics as frequently as we should.
How cracked walkways threaten homes and residents

Metro Creative Connection
Jul 21, 2026 3:38 pm - A stunning walkway can set the tone for a space, while a cracked walkway can pose a threat to a home, its residents and any guests who visit to enjoy some R&R in an outdoor living space.
Battery bank or generator? How to choose the best backup power for your home during an outage

By ALEXA ST. JOHN
Jul 21, 2026 2:03 pm - From portable battery banks and generators to whole-house systems, there are many backup power choices to consider as extreme weather ramps up and outages happen more often and last longer.
A gardener’s guide to 5 orchids that mimic animals, insects and even a naked man

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Jul 21, 2026 1:12 pm - Like most gardeners, I occasionally stumble upon fruits and flowers that resemble something else. But a naked man was not on my botanical bingo card.
Home & garden calendar, July 21-Aug. 1

Daily Herald report
Jul 21, 2026 1:12 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like Blanding’s turtle research projects, green initiatives and more. Also listings on garden shows, nature walks, and workshops.
Summer lawn watering, vegetable harvesting and flower care

By Tim Johnson, Chicago Botanic Garden
Jul 21, 2026 9:54 am - Established bluegrass lawns need an inch of water a week to continue to actively grow and stay green throughout the summer.
Did home inspector miss furnace problems?

By Barry Stone
Jul 21, 2026 6:15 am - I recently bought a house. The gas company says the furnace has code violations and is not safe to use. I don’t understand how my home inspector missed these problems.
Smart cooling strategy: Why empty-nesters should consider portable AC units

By James Dulley
Jul 15, 2026 1:53 pm - We are empty-nesters now. Is it wise to move a portable air conditioner among rooms instead of running our central air as much to cool the entire house?

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