Home Improvement
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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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Battery bank or generator? How to choose the best backup power for your home during an outage
Jul 21, 2026 2:03 pm - From portable battery banks and generators to whole-house systems, there are many backup power choices to consider as extreme weather ramps up and outages happen more often and last longer.
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Did home inspector miss furnace problems?Jul 21, 2026 6:15 am - I recently bought a house. The gas company says the furnace has code violations and is not safe to use. I don’t understand how my home inspector missed these problems.