Home Improvement
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Apps that make home-design projects easierDec 07, 2012 12:00 am - Mobile technology has broadened our horizons in so many ways. Applications on smartphones and tablets even have become useful to homeowners who are remodeling or redecor...
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Safety first when it comes to holiday lightsDec 06, 2012 11:00 am - Roughly 12,500 people are treated each for injuries sustained while putting up holiday lights and decorating Christmas trees. To help keep your holiday safe, here are so...
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LED lights v. regular holiday lightsDec 05, 2012 10:00 am - If you're interested in keeping down your electricity costs this year, you might try LED lights. LED lights use 90% less energy than traditional lights, which can add up...
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Family plumbing company thrives in Arlington HeightsDec 03, 2012 5:00 am - An interview with Tom, Kevin and Rob Ryan of Central Plumbing Company Inc. in Arlington Heights. Q: Describe your business, what do you do? A: Central Plumbing Company I...
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Termite evidence found 12 years after saleDec 03, 2012 3:10 am - Q. When I bought my home 12 years ago, the seller disclosed that she had no knowledge of any termites. Last week, I discovered evidence of termites, so I called a pest i...
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Bridge-style faucet makes splash in kitchenDec 02, 2012 4:02 am - Q. I’m going to install a new kitchen faucet and sink in the near future. I’m looking at the new bridge-type faucets. When did they come on the scene, how are they insta...
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There are several options when fixing a squeaky floorDec 01, 2012 4:00 am - Q. How do you repair squeaking floors? The house is 47 years old and just walking across the floors creates a squeak. But it’s only in certain areas, not the whole floor...
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Why are municipal building inspections not enough?Nov 30, 2012 4:33 am - Q. Your articles often recommend that home inspectors be hired to inspect new homes. If a newly constructed home has just been inspected and approved by the building dep...
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Consider multi-piece bath in lieu of walk-in showerNov 25, 2012 4:02 am - Q. My husband and I are retired, and we’re thinking of removing our only bathtub. In its place we want to install a walk-in shower. But friends have said that we may los...
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Safety precautions for wood-burning fireplacesNov 24, 2012 4:00 am - Q. I just purchased a home that has a wood-burning fireplace. I was told to have the chimney inspected before building a fire. I’ll probably only use the fireplace for a...