Home and Garden
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Home inspector overlooked polybutylene pipeJul 22, 2025 1:17 pm - A home inspector missed a dangerous plumbing issue that could cost homeowners thousands. Are inspectors liable?
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Bringing the outdoors in: Tips for creating a floral displayJul 22, 2025 1:05 pm - This is a good time to cut some of your outdoor flowers for an indoor display.
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Home & garden calendar, July 20-26Jul 15, 2025 4:00 pm - Upcoming gardening events, workshops, and shows in the Chicago area, covering topics like native plants, monarch butterflies, bonsai, and more.
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Why homeowners are suddenly rushing to install rooftop solar
Jul 15, 2025 1:29 pm - A new law slashes solar tax credits. Analysts predict a 40-50% drop in installations, cratering solar companies and jobs.
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The wood around our French doors is rotting. How do we fix it?
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Need a room refresh? Try one of these dynamic trim colors.
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Forget the calendar: This method reveals the ideal time to tackle garden pests
Jul 15, 2025 11:47 am - Sick of guessing when to harvest or treat pests? Let degree days precisely predict plant and insect maturity down to the day.
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How to maximize dahlia blooms and keep grass greenJul 15, 2025 10:49 am - Tim Johnson shares tricks for keeping your lawn green all summer and maximizing dahlia blooms.
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Builder refuses to repair faulty doorsJul 15, 2025 10:49 am - Home inspector Barry Stone offers advice to a homeowner whose builder refuses to repair a set of poorly fitted French doors.
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Does HOA have right to trim overhanging branches from neighboring property?Jul 15, 2025 10:49 am - A townhouse owner wants to know whether the association can trim encroaching trees/bushes from a neighbor's property after giving written notice.