Home and Garden
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Why do cracks in my driveway keep reappearing, and how do I fix them?Apr 17, 2024 1:05 am - How can homeowners seal their driveway to prevent cracks from appearing?
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Don’t get mowed over by lawn and garden scammersApr 19, 2024 7:02 am - Gardening and lawn care services are a multibillion dollar industry for homeowners in the United States. The Better Business Bureau says to watch out for those who try to capitalize on your lawn and garden needs.
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Cut utility bills with DIY solar water heaterApr 17, 2024 7:30 pm - A simple batch solar water heater system warms water passively before it enters a powered water heater.
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8 ways to personalize your rental — and get your deposit backApr 17, 2024 6:41 pm - Making cosmetic upgrades, even if you’re renting, can help you feel excited about your living space.
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Check for winter burn on evergreensApr 16, 2024 10:13 pm - Spring means adding color to your garden — and don’t forget to check for winter damage to evergreens.
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‘Still too trusting’: Officials warn of surge in driveway paving scamsApr 16, 2024 6:49 am - Suburban officials and the Better Business Bureau are warning of a surge in scammers swindling thousands of dollars from homeowners and leaving behind shoddy or nonexiste...
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Amid erratic weather, local garden centers keep springing forwardApr 11, 2024 6:00 pm - Snow in April. Unseasonably warm 70-degree days in March. Springtime weather in the Chicago area is inconsistent and uncertain, but local garden centers and nurseries tak...
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Continue garden cleanup, pruning before planting seasonApr 09, 2024 9:40 pm - Gardens are blooming early this year, making it all the more important to get that pruning and debris cleanup done before planting season begins.
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How to care for a potted lily and other gift plantsApr 05, 2024 8:31 am - Gift plants often are discarded after the blooms fade, but they can thrive for years if you treat them right.
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U.S. home insurance premiums may hit a record this year, report warns
Apr 05, 2024 9:58 am - U.S. home insurance rates are expected to reach a record high this year, with the biggest increases occurring in states prone to severe weather events, according to a new...