Articles filed under Home Improvement
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How to make your own storm windows
Feb 6, 2021 6:00 AM - Q: My house has double-pane windows, but I still plan to make and add some storm windows myself. How should I build them and are indoor or outdoor storm windows more energy efficient?
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How to protect your house from dangerous cold coming tonight
Feb 4, 2021 10:35 AM - Forecasts call for frigid temperatures to grip the region starting tonight and over the next week. It's the kind of cold spell that will leave homeowners shuddering at the thought of frozen pipes. -
Fireplace love: How to update this cherished home focal point
Jan 24, 2021 7:00 AM - While the kitchen is often referred to as the "heart" of the home, the fireplace is referred to as the "hearth" of the home. In today's modern homes, a fireplace is not needed to heat the house or cook food, but it remains a very popular option in new-home construction and a very desirable feature in existing homes. -
Elgin program offers rehab grants for historic properties
Jan 21, 2021 5:30 AM - Applications are being accepted for the Elgin 2021 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program. -
Webinar for private well ownersJan 13, 2021 5:16 PM - A free online webinar is offered to private well owners to help them learn how well systems work, how to maintain wells, and how to ensure the water is safe.
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Questions to determine if it's best to renovate on your own
Jan 9, 2021 7:30 AM - No two homeowners are the same, but the following three questions can help homeowners determine if DIY is their best option. -
DIY strategies to deep-clean carpeting
Jan 9, 2021 7:00 AM - Learning how to deep clean carpets can help homeowners, as vacuuming is not enough to keep carpets in top form. -
Renovation trends that figure to be popular in the year ahead
Jan 3, 2021 7:00 AM - Here are some renovation trends that various experts suspect could emerge in 2021. -
Backup electrical protection options for use in power outages
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Many options to consider for new heating system
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