Home Improvement
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High ROI outdoor living componentsApr 14, 2026 7:39 pm - Homeowners looking to get great returns on outdoor living investments can consider prized improvements that transform exterior living spaces.
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Buyer takes issue with seller’s disclosure statementApr 14, 2026 5:13 pm - A seller said a home had no issues, but the home inspector found many. The buyer canceled the sale. Should the homeowner reimburse the buyer for the inspection fee?
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11 easy ways to declutter while you’re spring cleaning
Apr 14, 2026 4:27 pm - Here are 11 decluttering jobs to consider adding to your to-do list this spring. These are fairly low-lift and don’t require a lot of decision-making.
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Free Home Show returns to the Schaumburg Convention Center April 18-19Apr 08, 2026 9:22 am - The Schaumburg Home Show returns one weekend only to the Schaumburg Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19, with free admission and free parking.
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Preserve your pile: Carpet maintenance tipsApr 07, 2026 12:25 pm - Reducing dirt tracked inside, vacuuming frequently and arranging for periodic professional deep-cleaning will help prolong the longevity of residential carpeting.
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Broker denies agents avoid ‘deal killers’Apr 06, 2026 5:42 pm - As a real estate broker, I’m troubled about some of your articles’ suggestions that Realtors label good inspectors as "deal killers." This charge seems unfair and in poor taste.
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Modern windows and doors bring sleek design to area homesApr 03, 2026 5:00 am - Chicago area home and condominium owners, as well as commercial property owners, who want windows and doors with a very sleek, clean and modern look now have a new choice.
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7 tasks for your April home-maintenance checklist
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Asbestos ceiling was not disclosedMar 31, 2026 8:40 pm - Q: The house we’re buying was built in 1974. Our home inspector did a thorough job, but he missed one thing. He never mentioned possible asbestos in the textured ceilings. Shouldn’t he have said something about this?
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This weekend, toss your sponge — and maybe these other household items