Home Improvement
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Fox Lake flip wins ‘Ugliest House of the Year’ award from national company
Jan 22, 2025 4:07 pm - A pair of Antioch home flippers purchased a 100-year-old house in Fox Lake and renovated it, earning them an “Ugliest House of the Year”’ award from their company.
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A homeowner wonders why his air now seems stale after he made it airtight with caulking and weather stripping. What crucial step did he miss?Jan 16, 2025 1:07 am - Q: I have caulked and weatherstripped to make my house more airtight, but the air seems stale. What are some efficient methods to bring in more fresh outdoor air? A: Maki...
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‘Vintage goth’ furniture rehab business moving to bigger space in Crystal Lake
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5 lessons pro organizers have learned from clients
Dec 31, 2024 11:37 pm - Homeowners looking for the perfect look often turn to professional interior designers or organizers for help. Here are some professionals who share some inspiration they’ve gottenn from their clients.
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Stay safe with these gas fireplace tipsDec 19, 2024 4:22 pm - Heartwarming scenes around a fireplace are even more enjoyable when safety has been prioritized. Individuals with gas fireplaces need to embrace fire safety as well. Here are some strategies to stay safe this season.
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Replacing old toilets will pay off in lower water billsDec 18, 2024 11:20 pm - Even though you can likely fix your old toilet with a repair kit, you would be better off in the long run installing a new water-saving model. The flushing of toilets typically accounts for 30% of the water usage for a family making it, by far, the greatest single water usage appliance.
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Getting the right air cleaner for allergies takes some researchDec 12, 2024 3:37 pm - My family has sinus allergies, so I want to use air cleaners in our bedrooms. The ads for each one make it sound like the best. How can choose the best one?
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You may be insulating your home wrong. Here’s what to know.Dec 05, 2024 12:09 am - Insulation is key to keeping your home toasty in the winter without driving up your utility bills. Improving insulation can help with sealing air leaks — and could save you up to 20% on your heating and cooling costs, according to the Energy Department. But the benefits depend on how properly the insulation is done.
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Tune up your heating system for maximum efficiencyNov 27, 2024 1:32 pm - What can you do when your utility bill are going up, even though your furnace is relatively new. Yearly upkeep by a professional will help.
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Home & garden calendar, Dec. 1-7Nov 25, 2024 7:30 pm - Holiday house tour, holiday displays and more.