Home Improvement
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Every home needs a mudroomApr 30, 2016 7:22 am - Given the volatile weather this spring, we all need to be prepared for all conditions, all of the time. Boots, umbrellas, coats and hats pile up the minute you and your ...
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Choose best asphalt filler based on shape, depth of cracksApr 24, 2016 4:00 am - Q. Can you give me the name of the commercial grade asphalt crack sealer that you have recommended previously? Also, how large a crack can it fill? A. There are several ...
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Modular construction is an increasingly popular way to growApr 17, 2016 7:00 am - When Richard and Terry Jeng bought their tiny bungalow in South Arlington, Virginia, in 2001, they kept their clothes in the attic since the closets in their first-floor...
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Homeowner's aging copper pipe needs to be replaced promptlyApr 17, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I would be interested in your take on a strange plumbing issue. My home is 21 years old, and there have never been any problems with any of the copper piping in my ho...
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Your front door reflects personalityApr 16, 2016 7:03 am - Your front door is like your calling card to the world. Its color reflects your personality and gives a hint of your style. So the quickest and most economical way to ma...
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Homeowner strikes out with shady, inept contractorsApr 10, 2016 4:00 am - Q. In October and November of 2009, I had my aluminum windows replaced with vinyl windows, the aluminum siding replaced with vinyl and the roof replaced (complete tear-o...
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Be aware of home inspection red flagsApr 08, 2016 2:00 am - Home inspections are helpful for home buyers who hope their dream home has no major flaws. A house is like a car: It needs ongoing maintenance, and some parts have a lim...
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Pink-tinged ice likely a result of iron in waterApr 03, 2016 1:00 am - Q. I enjoy your column in the Daily Herald. I am hoping you can help with our unusual problem. We bought a new refrigerator (Maytag), and for the first time we have an i...
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These designer dustpans might sweep you off your feetApr 02, 2016 7:00 am - Is there any tool more utilitarian than a dustpan? Living in a small apartment, I use the plain plastic one under my kitchen sink as much as any other cleaning tool. But...
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Tricks for tackling the most challenging household choresApr 02, 2016 1:00 am - When it comes to household chores, we're all guilty of playing favorites. Even Becky Rapinchuk, who has made a career of sharing housekeeping tips on her blog Clean Mama...