Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Inspector misses roof defectsAug 19, 2024 9:57 pm - If a home inspector misses the mark on a roof inspection, they could be liable for part of a roof replacement, but don’t make a simple mistake that could get them off the hook.
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Take cuttings now to overwinter annualsAug 16, 2024 9:02 pm - Hate to say goodbye to your annuals? Then don’t. Take cuttings to overwinter them and have fresh plants for next spring.
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Board could ask owner to use a water detectorAug 15, 2024 7:59 pm - One owner has repeatedly allowed water leaks to damage other units. Can the board require the owner to install a water detector to prevent future problems?
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It’s not too early to think spring for bulb shoppingAug 13, 2024 10:58 pm - In the garden this month, look for bare spots in your lawn and perennials that might be overgrown. Also, start planning your spring bulb purchases.
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How to arrange furniture like a professional home stagerAug 13, 2024 9:29 pm - Professional home stagers share their expertise on how to arrange your home to make it a cozy, serene place to relax. It’s all about balance.
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Idea declined by building departmentAug 13, 2024 8:42 pm - No off-street parking has homeowners parking on front lawns. Are there downsides of installing brick paving on the lawn, without a building permit, to make it look better?
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Pests aren’t always to blame for problemsAug 07, 2024 1:32 am - Be sure to identify the insects on your plants before treating them with an insecticide to determine whether they really are a problem.
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Hackmatack Monarch Coalition hosts Monarch Fair for families Aug. 11Aug 07, 2024 12:41 am - Learn how to help pollinators at the ninth Monarch Fair, hosted by the Hackmatack Monarch Coalition, on Sunday, Aug. 11, in Crystal Lake.
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Water heater red-tagged after inspector OK’d itAug 06, 2024 11:55 pm - What recourse does a homeowner have if the inspector says the water heater is usable but the gas company red-tags it?
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9 tips from decor experts for a comfortable and functional dorm roomAug 06, 2024 11:04 pm - For many college students, dorm life is an introduction to independent living — their very first “home away from home.” And as exciting as this chapter is, it’s also a ch...