Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Common questions and answers about carpetingApr 08, 2025 2:18 pm - Carpeting can help make a home feel more cozy and welcoming. Homeowners can work with a local carpeting retailer to find a carpet that meets their needs and fits their budget.
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Warrenville celebrates Arbor Day April with free tree giveawayApr 04, 2025 6:36 pm - Warrenville is hosting an autism-friendly Arbor Day event on April 26 with a tree planting ceremony, environmental fair, free trees, prizes, and refreshments.
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Wide selection of windows and doors, including high-end windows made in USApr 04, 2025 6:30 am - American Thermal Window in Chicago and Sahara Window and Doors in Niles offer custom patio doors, a wide selection of windows, exterior doors and custom glass.
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Finish pruning up your trees and shrubs this weekApr 02, 2025 1:56 pm - If you haven’t done it yet, it’s time to finish up the pruning of shrubs and trees, as it’s best to do it before spring growth starts. An expert offers some tips, and explains why you shouldn’t just hack it off at the trunk.
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Roof inspection in the rainApr 02, 2025 12:28 am - Because of rainy conditions at inspection, a flat roof was “inspected” from the ground with binoculars. After closing was discovered to have a leak. Who is responsible?
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Unit-to-unit water damage presents tangled insurance webMar 27, 2025 12:29 am - Water damage in condos can be complicated, especially when leaks occur between units. The association insurance may cover some damage while other damage may be left to the unit owners to sort out with their insurance companies. Because of the complexities involved, an association board should consult its legal counsel when such damage occurs.
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Losing sleep over nuisance neighborMar 25, 2025 11:49 pm - Longtime renters are being tormented by the loud music at all hours from a new neighbor. The quiet renters are losing sleep. The landlady hasn’t helped. How can an exhausted lessee get some help?
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Cuttings prepped now will be ready for spring plantingMar 25, 2025 11:20 pm - If you kept a coleus as a houseplant over winter, you can still start cuttings for transplanting to the garden.
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Soak up these luxurious bathroom featuresMar 25, 2025 10:09 pm - When considering bathroom renovations, homeowners may want to include some unique features that can add style and function, not to mention some much-deserved luxury.
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A ‘Wild Mile’ in St. Charles? River Corridor Foundation floating a new idea for boardwalks, gardensMar 21, 2025 5:00 am - The River Corridor Foundation of St. Charles continues to look ahead, proposing a floating garden plan, near the Pottawatomie Park area.