Home Improvement
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Main carpet's high pile creates problem for smaller rugsJul 31, 2016 6:00 am - Q. I have wall-to-wall carpet with scatter rugs on top. My problem is even though I have tried carpet tape and pads to keep them from moving, the rugs do not stay in pla...
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Geneva Home Works has the variety homeowners wantJul 30, 2016 1:00 am - Real people don't usually want to live in a model home. They don't want their rooms to look as if they bought an entire set of furniture that matches. They want their h...
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Many products clean pine sap from bricksJul 24, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I enjoy your column in our local paper. Here's the problem I need help with: We have a large pine tree in our backyard. It hangs over our brick patio, and subsequentl...
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How to pick the perfect front doorJul 23, 2016 7:00 am - Your front door serves several purposes. It lets in sunlight and guests, and keeps out the cold. It's the backdrop for your holiday wreath and your first line of home de...
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Bring light, technology and storage into your kitchenJul 22, 2016 6:00 am - Many homeowners view the kitchen as the center of the home, and they are willing to spend extra time and money selecting amenities and appliances that reflect their pers...
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Six Do's and Don'ts of filing a home insurance claimJul 17, 2016 6:00 am - Your home exterior's No. 1 enemy: Mother Nature. From summer storms to freezing winters, extreme weather can hit during any season and wreak havoc on your home's windows...
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Five top 'money-back' upgradesJul 17, 2016 5:00 am - When it comes to the bottom line, all home remodeling jobs are not created equal. Before investing in home improvement, take note of the five top cost-effective exterio...
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Roofing options offer style, durabilityJul 16, 2016 7:14 am - A roof is a roof is a roof? Or is it? While homeowners often may not think about what's above their heads until it needs to be replaced, the expense and investment of ...
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Roof's leak issues may warrant a day in courtJul 10, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I look forward to reading your column in The Daily Herald every Sunday, as I have found it to be very interesting and informative. In October 2006, I had the existing...
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Energy-controlled window film can work wellJul 03, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I need to block the sun's heat and fading rays coming in my windows. They are just single-pane, but are in good condition. Is it hard to install a heat-control window...