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Did home inspector miss furnace problems?

By Barry Stone
Jul 21, 2026 6:15 am - I recently bought a house. The gas company says the furnace has code violations and is not safe to use. I don’t understand how my home inspector missed these problems.
Smart cooling strategy: Why empty-nesters should consider portable AC units

By James Dulley
Jul 15, 2026 1:53 pm - We are empty-nesters now. Is it wise to move a portable air conditioner among rooms instead of running our central air as much to cool the entire house?
13 ways to get thrift store smell out of clothes, furniture and more

By Jolie Kerr
Jul 14, 2026 7:50 pm - Thrifted purchases, from clothing and accessories to such household goods as furniture and decorative pieces, often come with a problem - that distinct odor that permeates thrift stores and the things sold within.
How to clean the worst summer messes, from sand to sunscreen stains

By Jolie Kerr
Jul 14, 2026 3:32 pm - Summer is a time to have fun in the sun, to slow down a bit and enjoy some ice cream. Summer is also a mess.
How to protect your roses from black spot disease

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Jul 14, 2026 1:19 pm - Roses don’t always grow without challenges. Wilting, infestations and infections are not uncommon. And none are more dreaded than the often-deadly black spot disease.
Home inspector missed two problems

By Barry Stone
Jul 14, 2026 6:15 am - Our home inspector seemed to do a pretty good job when we were buying our home, but after moving in, we found two problems that he missed.
Can HOA board hire treasurer’s wife as paid bookkeeper?

By Matthew Moodhe
Jul 14, 2026 6:00 am - Our HOA board hired the treasurer’s wife to be the association bookkeeper. Is this a conflict of interest?
Pottawatomie Garden Club awards scholarships to two St. Charles District 303 students

By Christie Slack, Pottawatomie Garden Club
Jul 14, 2026 12:07 am - The Pottawatomie Garden Club awarded scholarships to two St. Charles Unit District 303 students pursuing environmental or botanical sciences studies
Pruning tips for trees, shrubs and espaliers

By Tim Johnson, Chicago Botanic Garden
Jul 10, 2026 11:53 am - Pruning is at the top of the to-do list in your July garden.
Illinois laws govern community flag displays

By Matthew Moodhe
Jul 08, 2026 3:52 pm - Our association has adopted very strict rules regarding the display of flags by owners. Are there any Illinois laws on this issue?

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