Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Asbestos ceiling was not disclosedMar 31, 2026 8:40 pm - Q: The house we’re buying was built in 1974. Our home inspector did a thorough job, but he missed one thing. He never mentioned possible asbestos in the textured ceilings. Shouldn’t he have said something about this?
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This weekend, toss your sponge — and maybe these other household itemsMar 24, 2026 6:52 pm - You’re not the only one under your roof that’s getting older. Your stuff is aging, too. We all have products that we continue to use, even though they’re well past their prime.
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Tips to take care of wood flooringMar 24, 2026 6:01 pm - Well-maintained wood floors add much to a home's interiors. Some simple maintenance can ensure wood floors remain durable and aesthetically appealing for decades.
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Sellers’ home inspector missed defectsMar 24, 2026 5:08 pm - Before we purchased our home, the sellers provided a home inspector’s report stating there were no major problems. However, we’ve discovered the sewer line may need replacement and a deck and retaining wall in the backyard are totally rotted.
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How rolling window shutters can help with storm safety, security, and energy savingsMar 18, 2026 4:30 pm - I have two large west-facing windows and I am considering installing rolling shutters for security and storm safety. Will they also save energy and what are my options?
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A rundown on kitchen countertopsMar 17, 2026 12:12 pm - Countertops affect the look and feel of kitchens and other interior and exterior spaces. Choosing materials comes down to cost, durability and maintenance.
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Hotel decorators spill their bedroom secretsMar 17, 2026 11:54 am - The best-designed hotel rooms often come down to the details. Blackout shades, well-placed light switches and other thoughtful features can make all the difference.
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Do you really need a water filter? Here's what experts sayMar 17, 2026 11:39 am - U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn’t mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building’s plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.
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The home trend that can help you get more mileage out of your dining roomMar 17, 2026 11:24 am - A hot new trend in repurposing living space is the dining library, which is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: a hybrid of an elegant formal dining room and a cozy reading space.
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No one disclosed old wiringMar 17, 2026 10:55 am - Our home was built in 1946 and has a serious electrical problem. The previous owner left the old knob-and-tube wiring as-is, and this was never disclosed by our home inspector or the seller.