Home Improvement
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Contractor won’t repair uneven floorAug 17, 2026 12:58 pm - Contractor had the chance to even up flooring on an addition. His failure to do so warrants a strongly worded letter from a construction defect attorney.
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Home inspector didn’t disclose leaky roofAug 11, 2026 6:15 am - When we bought our home three years ago, no one disclosed the defective flat roof over our living room, not even our home inspector. Do we have any recourse against the inspector or the sellers for not disclosing this defect?
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Why a Barrington entrepreneur left the corporate world to help seniorsAug 10, 2026 5:24 pm - Chris Czachor spent more than 20 years in corporate marketing.Now the Barrington resident has stepped away from the corporate world and is flexing his entrepreneurial muscles by helping seniors aging in place stay in their homes.
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‘Thanking them for their service’: Bartlett veteran receives new roof as part of Owens Corning programAug 06, 2026 5:25 am - An 82-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran received a new roof last week courtesy of a partnership between a roofing manufacturer, a contractor and a nonprofit housing organization aimed at helping veterans.
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Should sellers disclose nearby landfill?Aug 03, 2026 9:07 am - A homeowner wants to know whether they need to disclose a landfill near their property to prospective buyers.
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Base Power launches backyard battery backup system for ComEd customers
Jul 30, 2026 6:42 am - As energy prices continue to rise and power outages become more frequent amid extreme weather events, ComEd customers have a new option to help navigate both problems. A giant backyard battery.
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Buyer fears defects in bank-owned propertyJul 24, 2026 10:45 am - A buyer purchasing a foreclosed home from a bank has concerns about a plumbing leak, holes in the drywall and missing fixtures.
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Why an insulated attic is a good atticJul 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.
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You’re probably not washing these household fabrics often enough
Jul 21, 2026 4:27 pm - Most of us aren’t washing common household fabrics as frequently as we should.
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How cracked walkways threaten homes and residentsJul 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.
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