Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Questions about asbestos and moldNov 25, 2025 1:11 pm - We just purchased a 1920s colonial style home and are now renovating it. In the basement, we removed the carpet and discovered tiles that we fear may contain asbestos.
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Daily tasks to keep your kitchen cleanNov 19, 2025 5:00 am - Kitchens require frequent cleaning. A handful of daily cleaning tasks can help keep people safe and healthy.
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Why window units could be a better way to heat apartmentsNov 18, 2025 5:43 pm - Compact heat pumps that slot into windows could be a planet-friendly way to efficiently heat and cool apartment buildings without breaking the bank, experts say.
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13 simple steps to get your home guest-ready for the holidaysNov 18, 2025 4:59 pm - Experts share 13 tips to get your home guest-ready for the holidays.
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Should commercial properties be inspected?Nov 17, 2025 1:22 pm - I've made a purchase offer on a four-unit commercial property. Do investors typically hire home inspectors for this kind of property?
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Should home inspectors disclose mold?Nov 07, 2025 8:24 pm - Mold and other environmental hazards fall outside the scope of a traditional home inspection. However, that doesn’t mean the home inspector can ignore visible signs of mold.
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6 paint colors that make basements feel like real roomsNov 05, 2025 10:23 am - Decorators face plenty of uphill battles, but one of the trickiest spaces to work with is actually downhill: the basement.
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Products are changing what we think ‘clean’ smells likeNov 05, 2025 6:30 am - Move over lemon, pine and lavender, there’s a new set of scents taking over the cleaning aisle.
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The pros and cons of ‘as-built’ permits for home sellersNov 04, 2025 2:59 pm - I have a property that was totally renovated without permits. I'm going to list the property for sale and want to know if an as-built permit is a good idea.
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7 small swaps to live with fewer toxic chemicalsOct 28, 2025 5:16 pm - Experts share seven strategies for keeping yourself safe from toxic chemicals.