Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Do new homes really need a home inspection?Jun 03, 2025 11:36 pm - For new-build homes, buyers shouldn’t rely on just the builder’s warranty and are advised to get a proper home inspection to uncover any defects before the warranty expires.
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Pottawatomie Garden Club beautifies downtown St. CharlesJun 03, 2025 10:15 am - Despite the rain, Pottawatomie Garden Club members planted flowers from Heinz Brothers around the municipal building and bridges in downtown St. Charles as part of its beautification mission.
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Wheaton Garden Club awards scholarships, donations for 100th anniversaryJun 02, 2025 8:00 pm - Wheaton Garden Club celebrates 100 years by donating to local groups and awarding three students scholarships to study biology and sustainable design.
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How to handle owners using guest parking spacesMay 29, 2025 3:04 pm - Condo owners are using guest parking spaces and it’s causing problems for the board. How can the board address this, short of having the cars towed?
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A blooming delight: Discover nature’s artistry in Lisle’s Garden GaitMay 28, 2025 9:57 pm - Lisle’s Garden Gait walk highlights private yards with hydrangeas, wildlife habitats, hand-carved sculptures, renovated landscapes, and a stunning 5,000 gallon koi pond with bridge and waterfall.
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Find the trunk flare when planting new treesMay 28, 2025 4:23 pm - Did you know that the top of the root ball is not an accurate guide for determining the planting depth for your new tree? Instead you must find, sometimes buried in the root ball, the flare of the trunk to plant at ground level so the flare is exposed.
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When are home inspectors liableMay 28, 2025 4:10 pm - A common saying in the home inspection business holds that there are two kinds of home inspectors: those who have been sued and those who will be. The fact is, most home inspectors will be sued at some time during their careers. There are, however, specific circumstances that determine whether a home inspector is truly liable.
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Local tomato grower to speak on heirloom varietiesMay 27, 2025 9:35 pm - Tomato expert Bob Zeni, known as the Chicago Tomato Man, will give a free June 3 presentation on heirloom tomatoes, offering growing tips and taking questions.
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Association boards should perform legal audit annuallyMay 22, 2025 7:35 pm - Each year, a condominium or homeowner association board should conduct a legal audit of its corporate procedures and activities. It’s a process that the board can do on its own for the most, or with minimal assistance of third parties, and it can be very revealing.
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Garden Walk 2025 offers self-guided tours in McHenry CountyMay 21, 2025 2:36 pm - Tour eight gardens and get tips from Master Gardeners at Garden Walk 2025, set for July 12 in McHenry County.